ELA/Literacy Specialist HS

Global Concepts Charter School; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Concepts Charter School in Buffalo, NY seeks an ELA/Literacy Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year to lead literacy instruction and support teachers in addressing diverse learners’ needs. Certification in English Language Arts and Literacy for multiple grade levels is required, with salary commensurate with degree and experience.

The role emphasizes research-based language development, ongoing professional development for staff, and collaboration with administrators to implement

Qualifications

• Certification in English Language Arts 7-12 (5013)
• Literacy certification for grades 5-12 (7062)
• Experience assisting diverse learners and providing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit theoretical and research-based knowledge of language acquisition and child development.
• Assist teachers in recognizing and responding to the needs of diverse learners.
• Assist teachers in assessment approaches to inform and differentiate instruction.
• Research, teach, and model best practices for struggling readers and writers.
• Implement a balanced approach with direct teaching and literature-based reading/writing opportunities.
• Develop and use literacy strategies, implementation plans, and assessment tools with teachers and administrators.
• Assist with school-wide literacy initiatives.

Education

Certification: English Language Arts 7-12 (5013)

Literacy Grades 5-12 (7062)

Job description

The mission of the Global Concepts Charter School is to provide a top-quality educational program where students achieve high academic results; are geared towards higher education and career opportunities; become responsible, caring family and community members; are highly knowledgeable of the multicultural world they are part of; and possess the qualities and problem solving skills to collaborate peacefully in the community and worldwide.

We are currently seeking a ELA/Literacy Specialist for the 2026-2027 School Year.

Summary:

• Exhibit theoretical and research-based knowledge of language acquisition and child development.
• Assist teachers in recognizing and responding to the multiple needs of the diverse learners in our school.
• Assist teachers in utilizing a variety of on-going, instructionally based assessment approaches to inform and differentiate instruction.
• Research, teach, and model best practices used to address the needs of those students who struggle with reading and writing.
• Assist with implementing a balanced approach of direct teaching using authentic, literature based reading and writing opportunities.
• Work with teachers and administrators to develop and use appropriate literacy strategies, implementation plans, and assessment tools.
• Assist with school-wide literacy initiatives.
• Provide ongoing professional development to staff.
• Provide constructive feedback to teachers in their approach and instruction in reading and writing.
• Demonstrate instructional leadership and professionalism.

Certification:

Required Certification Type English Language Arts 7-12 {5013}, Literacy Grades 5-12 {7062}

Additional Job Information Salary based on Certification and Expericence
Bachelors $35,875-38,633
Masters $42,210-$55925

Contact Person's Name Lisa O'Brien

Contact Person's Title Human Resource Reruiter

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