K-3 Literacy Coach — Data-Driven, Science-of-Reading Mentor

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District seeks a K-3 Literacy Coach to support teachers in scientifically based reading instruction, focusing on core literacy, data-driven planning, and coaching across Oyama Elementary School - La Cholla & 36th Area, Van Buskirk Elementary School - Park & Ajo Area, and Lynn/Urquides Elementary School - Ajo & Mission Area.

The position requires Arizona Reading Endorsement or K-5 Literacy Endorsement, + Master’s in Education, and several years of literacy experience; travel

Qualifications

• Arizona Teaching Certificate with Reading Endorsement or K-5 Literacy Endorsement.
• Master’s Degree in Education or related field with three years of successful reading teaching.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field with five years of successful reading teaching.
• Three years of literacy experience at State/District/School level.
• Proof of immunization or immunity to measles and rubella; sometimes combined MMR.
• Ability to obtain K-8 or K-12 Reading Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in implementing scientifically based reading instruction focusing on core literacy.
• Use data to identify school needs, prioritize and schedule technical literacy support.
• Provide professional development and coaching to teachers and school personnel.
• Collaborate with district/charter staff, school literacy coaches, principals, and teachers.

Skills

Reading instruction

Data analysis

Adult learning

Professional development

Literacy coaching

Move On When Reading

Education

Master's Degree in Education

Reading Endorsement or K-5 Literacy Endorsement

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP)

Immunization proof (MMR) before start

Job description

Tucson Unified School District seeks a K-3 Literacy Coach to support teachers in scientifically based reading instruction, focusing on core literacy, data-driven planning, and coaching across Oyama Elementary School - La Cholla & 36th Area, Van Buskirk Elementary School - Park & Ajo Area, and Lynn/Urquides Elementary School - Ajo & Mission Area.

The position requires Arizona Reading Endorsement or K-5 Literacy Endorsement, + Master’s in Education, and several years of literacy experience; travel