Reading Coach (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tusd1; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District is seeking a District Reading Coach to strengthen literacy instruction across schools in Tucson. You will coach teachers, model instruction, and lead data-driven improvement using the district literacy framework.

You will support intervention and Tier 1 instruction, coordinate professional learning, and analyze assessment data to guide instructional decisions. Some evening/weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Must hold AZ Teaching Certificate with Reading Specialist endorsement and SEI.
• Three+ years of successful teaching experience.
• Experience with evidence-based literacy aligned to Science of Reading.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional coaching to teachers and instructional teams.
• Model and co-plan lessons, observe, and give feedback.
• Analyze student data to inform instruction and plan targeted interventions.

Skills

Reading specialist endorsement

Coaching/mentoring

Data-informed instruction

Education

Master's degree in education

Job description

Now Hiring with Higher Pay! Thanks to community support, our posted rates now include increases funded through a community-approved override guaranteed through June 2031.

SUMMARY

The District Reading Coach provides instructional coaching and professional learning to strengthen literacy instruction across Tucson Unified School District. The coach supports teachers, interventionists, school leaders, and instructional teams in implementing the District Literacy Framework, Science of Reading-aligned evidence-based practices, high-quality Tier 1 instruction, intervention, and data-informed decision making.

The District Reading Coach builds educator capacity through classroom-based coaching, modeling, co-planning, observation, feedback, professional development, and analysis of student data. School assignments and levels of support will be determined based on district priorities, student achievement data, and identified instructional needs.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Appropriate Arizona Teaching Certificate WITH Reading Specialist, K-12 endorsement
• Structured English Immersion (SEI) requirement.
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Minimum three (3) years of successful teaching experience.
• Demonstrated experience implementing evidence-based reading instruction aligned with the Science of Reading, including structured literacy practices in phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, oral language, comprehension, and knowledge building.
• Experience using assessment data to inform instruction and intervention.
• Experience with instructional coaching, mentoring, professional learning, or teacher leadership.
• Availability to work flexible hours as needed, to include evenings and weekends.

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE

• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in education, literacy, reading, curriculum and instruction, or related field.
• Five (5) or more years of successful teaching experience.
• Experience coaching teachers in the implementation of Science of Reading and structured literacy practices.
• Experience coaching or providing professional learning to adult learners.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.
• Knowledge of Tucson Unified School District curriculum, assessment systems, and instructional priorities.

COMMENTS

Effective: 2026-2027SCHOOL YEAR

LOCATION: District Office - 220 W 6th St

FTE : 1.0 -7.5 hours per day

Work Calendar: 10.5 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language.

Probationary Contracts will be issued for any contingent Certifications, Positions that are 0.6 FTE or less, and certified employees within their first three years with the District.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.