EARLY LITERACY SPECIALIST

Willingboro Township Public Schools; Willingboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

FSA

Disability Insurance

Pre-Tax Deductions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pension Enrollment

Sick/Personal/Vacation Days

Job summary

Willingboro Township Public Schools seeks a highly qualified Early Literacy Specialist to lead literacy instruction for PreK–3 students. You will coach teachers, model lessons, and support district literacy initiatives with a focus on evidence-based practices and structured literacy.

Responsibilities include analyzing data, coordinating interventions, and collaborating with families and staff to ensure inclusive, culturally responsive instruction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience, preferably in PreK–3.
• Demonstrated expertise in evidence-based early literacy instruction (aligned to the Science of Reading).
• Strong knowledge of foundational literacy skills, including phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• Experience analyzing student data and implementing targeted interventions.
• Experience working with diverse learners, including multilingual learners and students with disabilities.
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and coaching skills.
• Possession of a valid New Jersey driver's license (if required for travel between sites).
• Two letters of recommendation, including one from a current supervisor or principal.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, research-based literacy instruction to students in PreK–3, with a focus on Tier II and Tier III interventions.
• Implement structured literacy practices aligned with state mandates and district curriculum.
• Support the development of foundational literacy skills through explicit, systematic instruction.
• Use diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment data to design and adjust interventions.
• Maintain flexible student groupings based on ongoing progress monitoring.
• Serve as a literacy leader by coaching teachers on effective early literacy practices.
• Model lessons and co-teach to support implementation of high-quality instruction.
• Provide job-embedded professional development aligned to district and state literacy initiatives.
• Support teachers in differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
• Analyze student achievement data to identify trends, gaps, and targeted instructional needs.
• Support administration and interpretation of literacy screeners and assessments.
• Collaborate with school teams to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and intervention outcomes.
• Participate in I&RS/MTSS meetings and contribute to data-driven decision-making.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure alignment of literacy instruction.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and strategies to support literacy at home.
• Support the implementation and refinement of district early literacy curriculum and resources.
• Assist in developing instructional materials and literacy supports aligned to grade-level standards.
• Ensure literacy instruction reflects culturally responsive and inclusive practices.
• Demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Stay current with research and best practices in early literacy instruction.
• Perform other duties consistent with contractual terms and as assigned by administration.

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Master's degree in early literacy, literacy, reading, or another related field

New Jersey Standard Instructional Certificate in preschool through grade three or elementary school

New Jersey Early Literacy Specialist Endorsement (or eligibility required)

Master's degree in Literacy, Reading, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field (preferred)

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Willingboro Township Public Schools

1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

2. Or a Master's degree in early literacy, literacy, reading, or another related field

3. Valid New Jersey Standard Instructional Certificate in preschool through grade three or elementary school

4. New Jersey Early Literacy Specialist Endorsement (or eligibility required).

5. Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience, preferably in PreK�3.

6. Demonstrated expertise in evidence-based early literacy instruction (aligned to the Science of Reading).

7. Strong knowledge of foundational literacy skills, including phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.

8. Experience analyzing student data and implementing targeted interventions.

9. Experience working with diverse learners, including multilingual learners and students with disabilities.

10. Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and coaching skills.

11. Preferred: Master's degree in Literacy, Reading, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.

12. Possession of a valid New Jersey driver's license (if required for travel between sites).

13. Two letters of recommendation, including one from a current supervisor or principal.

REPORTS TO:

Director of Early Childhood (or designee)

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Instruction & Intervention

1. Provide direct, research-based literacy instruction to students in PreK�3, with a focus on Tier II and Tier III interventions.

2. Implement structured literacy practices aligned with state mandates and district curriculum.

3. Support the development of foundational literacy skills through explicit, systematic instruction.

4. Use diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment data to design and adjust interventions.

5. Maintain flexible student groupings based on ongoing progress monitoring.

Coaching & Professional Learning

1. Serve as a literacy leader by coaching teachers on effective early literacy practices.

2. Model lessons and co-teach to support implementation of high-quality instruction.

3. Provide job-embedded professional development aligned to district and state literacy initiatives.

4. Support teachers in differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all learners.

Data & Assessment

1. Analyze student achievement data to identify trends, gaps, and targeted instructional needs.

2. Support administration and interpretation of literacy screeners and assessments.

3. Collaborate with school teams to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.

4. Maintain accurate records of student performance and intervention outcomes.

1. Participate in I&RS/MTSS meetings and contribute to data-driven decision-making.

2. Collaborate with classroom teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure alignment of literacy instruction.

3. Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and strategies to support literacy at home.

1. Support the implementation and refinement of district early literacy curriculum and resources.

2. Assist in developing instructional materials and literacy supports aligned to grade-level standards.

3. Ensure literacy instruction reflects culturally responsive and inclusive practices.

Professional Responsibilities

1. Demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

2. Stay current with research and best practices in early literacy instruction.

3. Perform other duties consistent with contractual terms and as assigned by administration.

EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with New Jersey state law and Board of Education policy on evaluation of certified staff.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

WEA Staff, Ten (10) month position.

SALARY RANGE

$61,602.00 - $101,511.00

Benefits Package Includes

Medical, Prescription, and dental insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Optional disability insurance (Aflac, Prudential, Hartford)
Pre-Tax deduction options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Medical/Rx waiver options
NJ Pension System Enrollment
Voluntary 304(b) Plan
AccumulatingSick Days, Personal Days, and/or Vacation Days

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