Elementary Reading Academies Cohort Leader, 2026 - 2027 School Year

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 60,876 - 74,404; Full time

Job summary

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD is looking for an experienced educator to lead the implementation of Reading Academies for elementary grades. Candidates must have at least a Bachelor's degree and a valid Texas teaching certification, along with a minimum of four years' teaching experience in reading/language arts.

The position offers a salary of $67,640 based on experience and includes responsibilities such as training delivery, curriculum development, and coaching staff on best practices in literacy.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years of successful experience as an elementary reading/language arts teacher.
• Experience in K – 3 reading/language arts preferred.
• Successful completion of the Reading Academy Cohort Leader screener.

Responsibilities

• Attend trainings on Reading Academies implementation.
• Plan and deliver Reading Academy content as prescribed.
• Design and implement on-site coaching around literacy practices.

Skills

Curriculum development

Data management

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Valid Texas teaching certification

Job description

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized, accredited college or university;
• Valid Texas teaching certification in elementary education, reading specialization preferred;
• Minimum of four (4) years of successful experience as an elementary reading/language arts teacher;
• Preference is given to applicants with experience in K – 3 reading/language arts;
• Demonstrated:
• Commitment to life‑long learning that supports high‑quality first‑time instruction, including the use of technology;
• Ability to develop and write curriculum;
• Ability to lead professional learning;
• Ability to manage data;
• Demonstrated skills in leading, motivating, and cooperating with other teachers, campus administrators, and district personnel;
• Successful completion of the Reading Academy Cohort Leader screener (refer to the TEA website);
• Ability to attend the Cohort Leader Trainings as needed.

Terms Of Employment

Probationary/Term Contract: 197 days

Salary

$67,640/IA-3 Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year.

Essential Functions

• Attend all trainings regarding the implementation of the Reading Academies.
• Effectively plan and deliver Reading Academy content as prescribed by TEA, including the evaluation of artifacts.
• Coordinate and implement both hands‑on and digital, interactive Reading Academy sessions, including the Science of Teaching Reading.
• Design and implement on‑site, job‑embedded coaching around best practices in literacy using Reading Academy and district resources.
• Provide high quality, hands‑on staff development, including on evenings and weekends as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers and advise campus staff on the implementation of the Reading Academies.
• Support campus staff with the alignment of curriculum, instruction, and assessment through data analysis, planning, modeling lessons, training, and consulting.
• Assist in the development of curriculum and assessment products, including the district benchmarks, grade level specific curriculum, and other literacy‑based resources, to support the implementation of the reading/language arts TEKS.
• Assist in the selection and implementation of literacy resources and staff development materials.
• Attend and assist with the facilitation of Instructional Specialist meetings and other literacy‑related events.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction.

Working Conditions

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.