*Student-Centered Literacy Coach - BRCS, LCS

Government of Nova Scotia; Town of Berwick; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Nova Scotia seeks a Student-Centered Literacy Coach to support literacy planning and instruction in elementary schools. This regional position will involve coaching teachers, leading professional learning communities, and improving student outcomes through effective teaching practices.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years successful teaching experience preferred.
• Training as a mentor/coach required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with literacy initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support elementary schools through teacher coaching and small group intervention.
• Lead regional professional learning communities.
• Participate as active members on teaching support teams.

Skills

Team building

Interpersonal skills

Evidence-based practices

Data-informed instruction

Mentoring

Problem-solving

Commitment to diversity

Education

Valid Nova Scotia Teacher's License

Graduate Studies or Masters Degree in curriculum and instruction

Job description

Annapolis Valley Regional Center for Education

Student-Centered Literacy Coach - BRCS, LCS

1.00 Fte

Unfilled

First Available to Permanent, Assumed Permanent and Surplus Teachers of the AVRCE

Second Available to Term Recall Round 1 Contract Teachers of the AVRCE

Third Available to Term Recall Round 2 Contract Teachers of the AVRCE

Fourth Available to Employment Equity Applicants

Fifth Available to External Applicants

Terms and conditions of employment, including wages, are in accordance with the Nova Scotia Teachers' Provincial Agreement

Posting Closes Midnight, July 7th, 2025

Reporting to the Coordinator of Literacy and Assessment, the P–5 Student-Centered Literacy Coach is a regional position dedicated to supporting intentional, student-centered literacy planning, instruction, and assessment in elementary schools (Grades P–5) through both teacher coaching and small group intervention support. The coach will work in collaboration with classroom teachers to model, co-plan, co-teach, and reflect on effective literacy practices that promote inclusive and equitable learning environments.

This role focuses on improving student outcomes by guiding educators in the use of evidence-based teaching practices, assessment, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement through data-informed instruction to determine next steps at the Tier 1 and Tier 2 level.

In addition to school-level support, the coach will lead regional professional learning communities, collaborate with fellow coaches and provide leadership aligned with DEECD and regional literacy priorities. Coaches will also participate as active members on teaching support teams.

Teaching/Qualifications/Experience:

• Valid Nova Scotia Teacher's License Required;
• Five (5) years successful teaching experience preferred;
• Training as a mentor/coach;
• Graduate Studies or Masters Degree in curriculum and instruction and/or literary instruction preferred;
• Previous experience or equivalent experience in mentoring and coaching teachers at the regional level preferred;
• Previous experience or equivalent experience in literacy intervention preferred;
• Demonstrated knowledge of/and experience with regional and DEECD literacy and elementary education initiatives;
• Excellent team building and interpersonal skills;
• Successful experience teaching literacy at the elementary level, including knowledge and application of MTSS structures to support at the Tier 1 and 2 level, using evidence based practices;
• Demonstrated knowledge of high leverage teaching methodology such as incorporating smaller group instruction;
• Training and/or experiencing peer coaching, co-teaching and facilitating professional development;
• Gathering, analyzing and using assessment data to inform instruction and determine next steps;
• Commitment to continuous professional development;
• Well-developed decision-making and creative problem-solving;
• Demonstrate a commitment to respect for diversity inclusion culturally responsive pedagogy and social justice.

Applicant Responsibilities

Provide 3 professional/supervisory, work-related references, their email addresses and their phone numbers in your SuccessFactors application. References must be able to speak to an applicant’s teaching abilities.