Lower Division Literacy Coach & Interventionist

The Park School - Brookline, MA; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Park School in Brookline, MA invites applications for a Literacy Specialist for a 10‑month term from January 2027 through June 2027. The role involves providing small group literacy support, analyzing assessment data, and collaborating with Lower Division teachers to strengthen literacy outcomes.

You will communicate with families, participate in professional development, and help differentiate reading instruction to meet diverse learners’ needs while upholding school values of equity and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or Literacy required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years teaching experience in elementary grades.
• Experience with UFLI Fundations program.
• Training in structured multisensory instructional methods (e.g., Orton-Gillingham).
• Proficiency with Google tools and related applications used by the school.

Responsibilities

• Provide small group literacy intervention to Lower Division students, using data to set goals and monitor progress.
• Analyze assessment data with Lower Division teachers to improve classroom instruction.
• Meet with grade-level teams to develop and implement literacy curriculum and share best practices.
• Communicate regularly with parents, orally and in writing.
• Attend parent-teacher conferences for students and grade-level conferences as needed.
• Manage and administer assessment procedures in collaboration with the Literacy Team and Lower Division Head.
• Pursue ongoing professional development aligned with literacy goals and school priorities.
• Differentiate reading instruction for students in collaboration with the Director of Academic Support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Literacy instruction knowledge

Data analysis

Multicultural experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or Literacy

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Veracross

SchoolPass

Atlas

Job description

The Park School in Brookline, MA invites applications for a Literacy Specialist for a 10‑month term from January 2027 through June 2027. The role involves providing small group literacy support, analyzing assessment data, and collaborating with Lower Division teachers to strengthen literacy outcomes.

You will communicate with families, participate in professional development, and help differentiate reading instruction to meet diverse learners’ needs while upholding school values of equity and