Middle School Literacy Coach & Leader

Young World Physical Education; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 120,843 - 147,697; Full time

Job summary

Day Middle School in Newton, MA is seeking a Literacy Specialist-Middle to lead literacy programs and support reading/writing across grade levels. The role reports to the Principal and Middle School Literacy Coordinator.

Responsibilities include coaching teachers, providing professional development, and supporting curriculum alignment with literacy best practices. Exempt; Externally funded Ongoing collaboration with staff and community.

Qualifications

• K-12 Reading Specialist License and valid Massachusetts teaching license.
• Master’s Degree in Education with concentration or coursework in Literacy/Reading.
• Three or more years of recent experience teaching at the upper elementary or middle school level.
• Current knowledge of research and effective practices in literacy development, literacy instruction, assessment, and professional development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and flexible, responsive work style.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for school and district-wide literacy programs.
• Provide professional development by training, coaching, and supporting teachers and paraprofessionals with literacy programs and instructional practices.
• Support Newton’s curriculum and professional development by modeling best practices, coaching teachers and encouraging reflective practice.
• Serve as a resource in reading and writing for paraprofessionals, teachers, administrators and the community.
• Work cooperatively with professionals across content areas in planning instruction for diverse learners.
• Provide and support literacy assessment and data analysis.
• Provide direct instruction and targeted intervention to struggling readers.

Education

K-12 Reading Specialist License and Massachusetts teaching license

Master’s Degree in Education with Literacy/Reading focus

Three or more years of upper elementary or middle school teaching

Current knowledge of literacy development and assessment

Excellent interpersonal skills and flexible work style

Job description

Day Middle School in Newton, MA is seeking a Literacy Specialist-Middle to lead literacy programs and support reading/writing across grade levels. The role reports to the Principal and Middle School Literacy Coordinator.

Responsibilities include coaching teachers, providing professional development, and supporting curriculum alignment with literacy best practices. Exempt; Externally funded Ongoing collaboration with staff and community.