PreK–Kindergarten Literacy & Transitions Specialist

Carole Robertson Center for Learning; Chicago (IL); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 72.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Retirement Savings Plan (401(k))

Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave,H

Employee Assistance Program

Zusammenfassung

Carole Robertson Center for Learning seeks a School Readiness Specialist to strengthen literacy instruction and support transitions from Pre‑K to Kindergarten. You will work with educators, families, OST staff, and elementary partners to provide targeted literacy support and family engagement initiatives.

The role emphasizes coaching, data-driven improvement, and collaboration across Pre‑K, OST programs, and elementary schools.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Literacy, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Experience in Pre-K and/or Kindergarten classrooms.
• Knowledge of early literacy development and evidence-based instructional practices.
• Experience with coaching, co-teaching, or professional development facilitation.
• Strong data analysis, documentation, and communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Deliver targeted literacy instruction to Pre‑K and Kindergarten children.
• Co‑teach and model best practices with Pre‑K teachers and OST staff.
• Support implementation of literacy programs including Reading in Motion (RIM) and Heggerty.
• Provide curriculum support and technical assistance for kindergarten readiness goals.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Collaboration

Data analysis

Relationship building

Flexible/Adaptable

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Master’s degree preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Carole Robertson Center for Learning seeks a School Readiness Specialist to strengthen literacy instruction and support transitions from Pre‑K to Kindergarten. You will work with educators, families, OST staff, and elementary partners to provide targeted literacy support and family engagement initiatives.

The role emphasizes coaching, data-driven improvement, and collaboration across Pre‑K, OST programs, and elementary schools.