Early Literacy Specialist

Young World Physical Education; Sylva (NC); In loco; USD 70.000 - 74.500; Tempo pieno

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Young World Physical Education is seeking an Early Literacy Specialist to work in Sylva, North Carolina. The position requires a bachelor's or master's degree in education, along with a minimum of five years of relevant experience in public education.

Key responsibilities include delivering literacy professional development and managing related projects. A valid NC Driver's License is required as travel is necessary. Attractive benefits are also available.

Competenze

• Minimum of five years of experience in public education with leadership experience.
• Successful completion of K-5 LETRS.
• Valid NC Driver's License required.

Conoscenze

Knowledge of federal and state laws

Evidence-informed literacy practices

Project management

Coaching adults in literacy

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in education

Master's degree in education

Descrizione del lavoro

Early Literacy Specialist

Jackson County Public Schools Central Office- BOE - Sylva, North Carolina. Open in Google Maps. This job is also posted in Jackson County Public Schools, and North Carolina School Jobs.

Job Details

Job ID: 4036462

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: May 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $70,000 to $74,500 Per Year

Job Description

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Full Time; Exempt Position; 40 hours per week; 12 month position

LOCATION: Graham County

REPORTS TO: Office of Early Learning Director

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the education field to which assigned from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of five years of specifically related experience in public education with a demonstrated leadership experience;
• Master's degree in the education field to which assigned from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of three years of specifically related experience in public education with a demonstrated leadership experience;
• Successful completion of K-5 LETRS;
• Must live in or near the assigned district;
• Travel is required. Must obtain a valid NC Driver's License.

Knowledge

• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws and policies related to the Excellent Public Schools Act and Early Education within the Preschool‑Grade 5 continuum;
• Demonstrated knowledge of evidence‑informed literacy professional development and practices aligned to the Science of Reading;
• Demonstrated knowledge of successfully delivering professional development virtually and in‑person;
• Demonstrated knowledge of formulating, planning, and managing multiple projects.

Management Preferences

• Knowledge in data analysis processes relevant to early literacy with a specific focus on the statewide formal diagnostic reading assessment;
• Experience coaching adults in literacy and accurately communicating content.

Benefits

Benefits Available.

Contact Information

• Melissa Strickland, Communications Coordinator
• Email: [e-mail]

The Jackson County School System is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person in hiring, tenure, or promotion on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age or handicaps in any of its education or employment programs or activities. Assignments are made in accordance with the needs of the school system and are subject to change.