K-3 Literacy Coach: Diagnose, Guide, Close Gaps

Alpha School; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha School is seeking a Literacy Specialist to coach K–3 students using app-based learning and targeted sequences. You will diagnose decoding gaps, lead small group sessions, and stay with students through daily routines from launch to closing on an on-site campus.

Responsibilities include driving weekly app goals, data-driven instruction, and collaboration with families and campus teams. A structured-literacy background and US work authorization are required.

Qualifications

• Three years of direct work with children ages 4-9.
• Two+ years teaching reading in K-3 in past five years.
• Completed structured-literacy training or a master’s in reading/literacy; teaching cert not required.

Responsibilities

• Coaching students through app-based core learning and diagnosing gaps.
• Leading short structured-literacy sessions for 2–4 students with a designed sequence.
• Maintaining daily goals and tracking weekly progress for families.

Skills

On-site work readiness

Experience with children 4-9

Reading/l literacy coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Structured-literacy training or master's in reading/literacy

Tools

Amira

Lexia

i-Ready

DRA

DIBELS

AIMSweb

Job description

Alpha School is seeking a Literacy Specialist to coach K–3 students using app-based learning and targeted sequences. You will diagnose decoding gaps, lead small group sessions, and stay with students through daily routines from launch to closing on an on-site campus.

Responsibilities include driving weekly app goals, data-driven instruction, and collaboration with families and campus teams. A structured-literacy background and US work authorization are required.