Reading Specialist & Literacy Intervention Coach

LYONS USD 405; Lyons (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyons USD 405 Lyons School District is hiring a Licensed Reading Specialist to lead and support science-based literacy instruction district-wide. The role focuses on implementing Kansas Blueprint for Literacy and structured literacy across elementary schools, ensuring all students build foundational reading skills.

The specialist will analyze literacy data, develop ISLPs, monitor progress, and collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and staff to elevate literacy outcomes for every

Qualifications

• Current Kansas Teaching License with the Seal of Literacy.
• Current Kansas Reading Specialist License/Endorsement or eligibility.
• Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based literacy instruction.
• Strong knowledge of literacy assessment and progress monitoring.
• Ability to design and implement individualized literacy interventions.
• Commitment to confidentiality and equitable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support evidence-based literacy instruction and intervention across the district.
• Implement the Kansas Blueprint for Literacy, the Science of Reading, and structured literacy practices.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, interventionists, and families to ensure foundational reading skills.
• Use assessment data to identify literacy needs, monitor progress, and develop ISLPs.
• Provide coaching and professional learning to strengthen classroom literacy instruction.

Skills

Evidence-based literacy instruction

Data analysis

Progress monitoring

Collaboration

Coaching

Structured literacy

Education

Kansas Reading Specialist License/Endorsement

Kansas Teaching License with Seal of Literacy

Job description

Lyons USD 405 Lyons School District is hiring a Licensed Reading Specialist to lead and support science-based literacy instruction district-wide. The role focuses on implementing Kansas Blueprint for Literacy and structured literacy across elementary schools, ensuring all students build foundational reading skills.

The specialist will analyze literacy data, develop ISLPs, monitor progress, and collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and staff to elevate literacy outcomes for every