District Literacy Leader, Equity & Data-Driven

Jefferson-County-Public-Schools,-K; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County Public Schools is seeking a Specialist Academic Literacy for the 2026-2027 school year. The role provides districtwide leadership to develop and implement literacy initiatives, collaborating with schools, families, higher education, and community partners to raise reading achievement for all students.

The position requires a Master’s degree with Kentucky certification, a supervisor/administration certificate, and five years of teaching experience, plus expertise in equity and

Qualifications

• Certificate in Administration and/or Supervision (Supervisor of Instruction and/or Principal Certification)
• Master's degree with a valid Kentucky teaching certificate
• Five (5) years of successful teaching experience
• Expertise in equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive education
• Ability to analyze student achievement data and translate findings into actionable instructional strategies.
• Ability to work successfully with others
• Ability to manage multiple districtwide initiatives simultaneously
• Effective communications skills

Responsibilities

• Provides districtwide leadership for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of literacy initiatives to increase reading achievement for all students.
• Leads and coordinates the district's literacy efforts by supporting high-quality instructional practices and fostering partnerships with schools and the community.
• Collaborates with district leaders, principals, teachers, families, higher education, businesses, and community organizations to improve literacy outcomes for every student.

Skills

Effective communications

Education

Master's degree with a valid Kentucky teaching certificate

Certificate in Administration and/or Supervision (Supervisor of Instruction and/or Principal Certification)

Job description

Jefferson County Public Schools is seeking a Specialist Academic Literacy for the 2026-2027 school year. The role provides districtwide leadership to develop and implement literacy initiatives, collaborating with schools, families, higher education, and community partners to raise reading achievement for all students.

The position requires a Master’s degree with Kentucky certification, a supervisor/administration certificate, and five years of teaching experience, plus expertise in equity and