Reading Coach Specialist for WORDS Project (Remote)

University of Nebraska – Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 46,800 - 57,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Scholarship programs

Retirement plan

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a full-time Reading Teacher Coach Specialist to support the WORDS project, delivering professional development and on-site coaching to rural Nebraska schools to strengthen reading outcomes. The role involves classroom observations, district training, travel across the state, and some remote work via virtual conferencing.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's in education or related field and several years in school settings;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, child development or related field plus at least three (3) years’ experience in a school district and/or working with educators and families on reading development.
• Must possess independent problem-solving skills and excellent communication and customer/client service skills.
• Must be detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Must have the ability to use word-processing, database, and presentation software; work independently and collaboratively in a team environment; and keep accurate records.
• Possess knowledge of Nebraska school systems.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an active member of the WORDS project
• Conduct reading observations and evaluate reading instruction in schools across the state
• Provide consultation, training, and on-site implementation support services to school districts
• Provide reading professional development opportunities for school district and ESU staff and community professionals
• Work in close collaboration with the Reading Teacher Coach Lead to ensure all WORDS activities align with broader WORDS project goals
• Work in close collaboration with WORDS Reading Teacher Coach Lead to tailor training and supports to individual school needs
• Maintain the WORDS Resource Library with current publications related to the field of continuous improvement.
• Stay informed of evidence-based instructional materials, strategies, interventions, assessments, and technology for improved reading outcomes for ALL students.
• Be aware of new research and best practices around reading within Multi-tiered Systems of Support
• Maintain a database of all contacts and training and supports provided
• Contribute to the enhancement of the WORDS Website
• Participate in ongoing professional learning opportunities at the state and national level.
• Travel to schools; some work can be done remotely and through virtual conferencing.

Skills

Independent problem-solving

Excellent communication

Customer service

Detail-oriented

Highly organized

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, child development or related field

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a full-time Reading Teacher Coach Specialist to support the WORDS project, delivering professional development and on-site coaching to rural Nebraska schools to strengthen reading outcomes. The role involves classroom observations, district training, travel across the state, and some remote work via virtual conferencing.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's in education or related field and several years in school settings;