Literacy Coach

Young World Physical Education

South Bend (IN)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading educational institution in South Bend is seeking a Literacy Coach to enhance classroom instruction through observation, feedback, and professional development. This full-time role requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Indiana Teacher's License, along with experience in literacy content and pedagogy. The Literacy Coach will collaborate with teachers, assist in instructional planning, and implement evidence-based practices to promote student literacy. Starting date and contract length to be determined. This position offers a dynamic educational environment and the opportunity to make a significant impact on student learning.

Qualifications

Minimum of five years of experience in literacy education.
Valid Indiana Teacher’s License required.
Ability to maintain effective relationships with students and staff.

Responsibilities

Increase quality and effectiveness of classroom instruction.
Assist in instructional planning for teachers.
Provide training on assessment administration.

Skills

Ability to analyze and interpret business documents

Effective presentation skills

Problem-solving abilities

Strong communication skills

Ability to implement Science of Reading practices

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Position Title: Literacy Coach

Basic Function: The Literacy Coach will increase the quality and effectiveness of classroom instruction through observation and feedback, lesson-modeling, co‑teaching, mentoring, and facilitating academic reflection. The coach will assist in implementing a plan for targeted support using evidence‑based literacy practices aligned with the Science of Reading to meet the needs of all students.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Participate in training provided by the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE).
Collaborate with local administrators and educators to:

Assist in instructional planning and expand teachers’ use of a variety of resources to provide high‑quality Science of Reading opportunities.
Create and monitor specific, measurable instructional goals.
Provide training on formative assessment administration based on the integration of the Science of Reading.
Ensure that student achievement data is routinely collected, reported, and used to drive instructional decisions at the school‑and‑classroom‑level, while offering feedback and reflection.
Implement intensive professional development on high‑quality instructional practices aligned with the Science of Reading, Structured Literacy, and Balanced Literacy in conjunction with IDOE.
Analyze data from a district, school, grade‑level, classroom, and individual student perspective.
Model continuous learning, maintain current progress, and serve as a thoughtful leader for student literacy in the school.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred, with a minimum of five years of experience. Expertise related to literacy content and pedagogy.
Valid Indiana Teacher’s License.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to solve practical problems and utilize a variety of concrete variables in situations containing only limited standardization.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in instructional programs related to Science of Reading and early literacy instructional practices.
Ability to plan and implement lessons based on Science of Reading instructional practices reflecting the needs and ability of all students.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents with skills in verbal and written communication.
Ability to perform duties in compliance and accordance with all IDOE requirements, district requirements and Board of Trustees policies.
Ability to work well with a variety of personnel in the organization, including building principals, teachers, and students.

Physical Demands

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other technologies and office equipment; sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time; kneeling; bending at the waist; lifting; pushing; pulling and carrying equipment, supplies and materials weighing up to 25 pounds; repetitive hand movement and fine coordination to use a computer keyboard; emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone; seeing to read; preparing and assuring the accuracy of documents.

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