Elementary Reading Olympics Lead & Coach

Coatesville Area School District; Thorndale (PA); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Coatesville Area School District invites applications for a Reading Olympics Advisor, district-wide in Thorndale, PA. This part-time role coordinates Reading Olympics for elementary students, promotes literacy, teamwork, and engagement, and collaborates with staff and families to prepare students for the annual competition.

The advisor will organize practice sessions, oversee logistics, supervise students during events, and serve as a liaison with the Reading Olympics program while modeling

Qualifications

• Experience working with elementary-age students
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to supervise students in group settings
• Ability to collaborate with building staff, families, and administration
• Demonstrated commitment to literacy development and fostering a positive learning environment
• Bachelor’s degree in education, library science, English, or related field (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Recruit and encourage student participation in Reading Olympics for grades 3–5 (or district-designated grade levels)
• Develop a positive, inclusive reading community that motivates students of all reading levels
• Organize and lead regular Reading Olympics practice sessions before or after school
• Teach students teamwork strategies, book discussion skills, and competition expectations
• Coordinate book availability with the school library/media specialist
• Maintain communication with participating students, families, teachers, and administration
• Oversee registration for competitions and manage all required documentation
• Serve as the school liaison with the county/district Reading Olympics program
• Communicate to families about any event-day logistics in collaboration with the school
• Supervise students during practices and at the competition event
• Model and promote enthusiasm for reading, collaboration, and good sportsmanship
• Ensure student safety and adherence to district policies at all times

Skills

Elementary experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Student supervision

Collaboration with staff

Literacy advocacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, library science, English, or related field

Job description

Coatesville Area School District invites applications for a Reading Olympics Advisor, district-wide in Thorndale, PA. This part-time role coordinates Reading Olympics for elementary students, promotes literacy, teamwork, and engagement, and collaborates with staff and families to prepare students for the annual competition.

The advisor will organize practice sessions, oversee logistics, supervise students during events, and serve as a liaison with the Reading Olympics program while modeling