Impactful K-3 Literacy Coach - Part-Time Milwaukee

Archmil; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Archmil is seeking an Act 20 Early Literacy Coach to support K–3 educators and literacy professionals in Milwaukee, WI. This 10-month, 0.5 FTE role focuses on strengthening schoolwide early literacy systems through evidence-based coaching and professional learning.

The coach will lead DPI-aligned coaching activities, conduct literacy audits, and develop annual coaching plans while collaborating with district teams and administrators.

Qualifications

• Valid Wisconsin Teaching License.
• Holds or eligible to hold a Wisconsin Reading Specialist License (5017/317).
• Minimum 3 years successful K–3 teaching experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based early literacy instruction.
• Demonstrated thorough understanding and application of the Wisconsin Standards for English Language Arts (2020) and Wisconsin Essential Standards for English Language Arts, particularly within grades 5K–3.
• Experience using assessment data to inform instruction.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional coaching using DPI’s Act 20 Early Literacy Coaching Model.
• Lead continuous improvement cycles with general and specialized educators.
• Facilitate evidence-based small and large-group professional learning.
• Conduct a comprehensive K–3 literacy audit using DPI’s template.
• Develop and implement an annual coaching plan.
• Support MLSS implementation for early literacy.
• Coach educators on screening, diagnostics, and personal reading plans.
• Meet bi-weekly with administrators to review data and set priorities.
• Maintain confidentiality of students, teachers, and families.
• Maintain coaching logs, artifacts, and monthly reporting documentation.

Skills

Act 20 Early Literacy Coaching Model

K-3 Teaching Experience

Data-informed instruction

Communication & collaboration

Professional learning facilitation

Education

Wisconsin Teaching License

Wisconsin Reading Specialist License (5017/317)

Minimum 3 years K-3 teaching experience

Job description

Archmil is seeking an Act 20 Early Literacy Coach to support K–3 educators and literacy professionals in Milwaukee, WI. This 10-month, 0.5 FTE role focuses on strengthening schoolwide early literacy systems through evidence-based coaching and professional learning.

The coach will lead DPI-aligned coaching activities, conduct literacy audits, and develop annual coaching plans while collaborating with district teams and administrators.