K-12 Literacy Coach — Science-of-Reading Leader

Black Hills Special Services Cooperative; Belle Fourche (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational cooperative in South Dakota is seeking a K–12 Literacy Coach to enhance literacy across schools. The coach will implement a structured literacy framework, collaborate with teachers, and utilize literacy data to meet school district goals. Candidates should possess a valid teaching certificate and experience in literacy-focused teaching. This is a one-year position funded through a grant, requiring approximately 175 workdays between September 2026 and August 2027.

Qualifications

• Valid teaching certificate required.
• Literacy/reading or leadership credential preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the science of reading expected.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of the District Literacy Framework.
• Guide professional learning for staff.
• Analyze literacy data to align instruction.

Skills

Knowledge of science of reading

Literacy-focused teaching experience

Collaboration skills

Education

Valid teaching certificate

Literacy/reading or leadership credential

Job description

A local educational cooperative in South Dakota is seeking a K–12 Literacy Coach to enhance literacy across schools. The coach will implement a structured literacy framework, collaborate with teachers, and utilize literacy data to meet school district goals. Candidates should possess a valid teaching certificate and experience in literacy-focused teaching. This is a one-year position funded through a grant, requiring approximately 175 workdays between September 2026 and August 2027.