How to become a reading specialist?

Question

I am working on becoming a school counselor. Will my certification be enough to become a reading specialist. I know you need "teaching experience" Will counseling count? Thanks a bunch.

Answer 1

You don't say where you are... but in California you normally need a "Reading Cerificate". It's 5 graduate classes about reading.

It depends on your admin. too, they can do a lot of things if they want to. You may make your desire for reading known and see what happens.

Answer 2

No, counseling won't count.  To become highly qualified to teach reading, you will need an MA in Reading and classroom experience.  To become a Reading Specialist, you will have to pursue an Ed. Specialist in Reading Degree.