Descriptions written in italicized font indicate qualifications which may be helpful.
Purpose:
Running records give a good indication of the reading level of early readers, and of the types of errors made by readers of all levels. Ongoing running record taking can be powerful in informing instruction and helping identify level-appropriate independent reading books for children.
Comments:
Training required.
Literacy-related attributes:
Strong reading and writing skills, comprehends and follows oral and written directions, willing to participate in extensive literacy instruction training, has training/ experience in literacy instruction.
Hobbies/creative attributes:
None
Interpersonal relationships:
Works well with individual children, works well in classroom or community center setting, good listener, interacts
well with other adults, bilingual. Personal attributes: Patience.
Required availability and accessibility:
Once a week, 2 hours or less a day, able to work in a community center or at school; can work more than once a week..