EIR Learning Acceleration Field Specialist

Maricopa; Phoenix (AZ); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 125.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Tuition reimbursement

Work-life balance

Growth opportunities

Healthcare

Child care benefits

Paid time off (vacation, sick, Parenta

Wellness program

ASRS retirement plan

Descripción de la vacante

Maricopa County School Superintendent is seeking a Learning Acceleration Field Specialist to drive literacy acceleration across Grades 4-6 through coaching and professional learning. The role emphasizes student-centered coaching in classrooms and implementation of structured literacy and the Science of Reading.

The ideal candidate has a master’s in education, 3+ years in education program implementation, and a background in literacy improvement with adult learning experience and coaching

Formación

• Three years of experience in education program implementation and administration.
• Master’s Degree in Education required; equivalent combination may substitute.
• Experience with partnership-based coaching models is valued.
• Reading Endorsement or K-5 Literacy Endorsement preferred.
• Experience supporting adult learning and school-level instructional change as admin or SLT.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor implementation of student-centered coaching, literacy acceleration and Tier 1 literacy practices.
• Design and deliver professional learning aligned to Science of Reading and Structured Literacy.
• Develop training materials, resources and implementation tools.
• Manage performance and provide feedback to school instructional coaches.
• Support coaches and school leaders to strengthen teacher practice and improve Tier 1 literacy.

Conocimientos

Literacy instruction

Coaching models

Adult learning

Educación

Master's Degree in Education

Descripción del empleo

## EIR Learning Acceleration Field SpecialistApply: 4041 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR26470**Posting Date**10/14/26**Application Deadline**Open Until Filled**Pay Range**$85,000 - $124,500 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.**Job Type**Contractor with Benefits**Department**County School Superintendent**About the Position**The Learning Acceleration Field Specialist (LAFS) works alongside instructional coaches, teachers, and school leaders across multiple sites to strengthen Grades 4-6 literacy instruction. Working primarily through a Student-Centered Coaching model, the LAFS spends most of their time inside classrooms supporting coaches in effective coaching cycles through co-planning, co-teaching, and real-time student support within Tier 1 instruction. The LAFS also provides professional learning in the Science of Reading, Structured Literacy, and Learning Acceleration practices to educators. Candidates who thrive here are energized by being in schools, comfortable with complexity, and skilled at influencing change through relationships rather than authority. This work builds lasting capacity for effective literacy teaching and learning that shows up in student outcomes. **About Us**The Office of the Maricopa County School Superintendent is led by the elected Superintendent. The office provides statutory services related to school governing board elections, bond and override elections, appointments, school finance, and maintaining homeschool and private school records. The Superintendent also oversees the Maricopa County accommodation district, ensuring educational opportunities for at-risk students, including those in detention schools. We are an education service agency providing resources and services to schools and districts in Maricopa County, and beyond! **Proud to Offer*** Work with a greater purpose* Tuition reimbursement* Exceptional work-life balance* Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County* Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents* Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families* Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave* Extensive wellness program, including an incentive* Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1* Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ**We Require*** Three years of experience in education program implementation and administration, with sucessful teaching experience that includes literacy instruction* Master’s Degree in Education* An equivalent combination of education and related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis**We Also Value*** Experience with partnership-based coaching models* Reading Endorsement, K-5 Literacy Endorsement* Experience supporting adult learning and school-level instructional change as an administrator or member of a school or district leadership team **Job Contributions*** Monitor implementation of student-centered coaching, literacy learning acceleration, Tier 1 precision learning, and interpret the impact on student progress·* Design and deliver professional learning aligned to the Science of Reading, Structured Literacy, and student-centered coaching practices·* Develop training materials, resources, and implementation tools· Manage performance and provide feedback to school instructional coaches·* Support instructional coaches and school leaders in strengthening teacher practice and improving Tier 1 literacy instruction* Participate in ongoing professional learning and maintain current knowledge of evidence-based literacy research and coaching practices·* Collaborate with school leadership teams to monitor progress and provide feedback to support continuous improvement* Collect and evaluate data to assist in needs assessment and progress monitoring* Influence school-wide literacy acceleration plan implementation **Working Conditions*** Position is fast-paced and may occasionally be considered stressful working extensively in school and classroom settings with considerable interactions with school leaders, coaches, teachers, staff, and students, including standing, talking, hearing, walking, sitting, and using hands, arms/fingers to input data, handle, feel, or reach; employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. such as boxes, supplies, etc.* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception* Noise levels in the work environment are moderate to loud and can vary in temperature* Through interaction with the public and other county, school, and district employees, the employee may encounter different scents* Traveling to assigned school sites and the Maricopa County School Superintendent’s Office is a requirement of this position* Valid Arizona teaching or principal certificate* Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to attain one **Selection Procedure*** Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications* Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile* Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.