Rockingham County Early Literacy Specialist (ELS)

Young World Physical Education; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, Office of Early Learning, seeks an Early Literacy Specialist to lead district-level LETRS implementation and professional development for K-5 literacy. The role involves coordination with district and school leaders, coaching assigned schools, and driving data-aligned literacy initiatives under state guidance.

Requirements include a relevant bachelor’s (master’s preferred) and proven leadership in public education, with travel to district

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education with 5+ years of leadership in public education.
• Master’s degree preferred with 3+ years of related public education leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support LETRS-related professional development district-wide.
• Collaborate with district and school leaders to implement evidence-informed literacy practices.
• Lead and coach schools in LETRS implementation and data-informed instruction.
• Attend virtual PD sessions and limited face-to-face trainings.
• Support statewide implementation and resource alignment for Preschool–Grade 5.

Skills

Leadership experience

Coaching adults in literacy

Data analysis

Professional development delivery

Project management

Science of Reading knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Master's degree in education

Job description

Rockingham County Early Literacy Specialist (ELS)

Yadkin County School District, Department of Public Instruction, Raleigh, North Carolina (Open in Google Maps)

Job Details

• Job ID: 5818958
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Description

The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction is seeking an Early Literacy Specialist for the Office of Early Learning. The position will be located in an assigned district space. Responsibilities include:

• Aligned Mission and Vision:
  • Coordinate, align, and support the application and professional development of the Excellent Public Schools Act.
  • Collaborate with the NCDPI Office of Early Learning to align Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS) and literacy PD and implementation at the district level.
  • Develop and support pacing LETRS implementation at the school level in alignment with district and state expectations.
• District Human Resources:
  • Support professional learning community teams in collaboration with district and school leaders to ensure implementation and transfer to instructional practice.
  • Support, collaborate, and coach identified focus schools as assigned.
  • Model effective coaching and facilitation techniques.
• Stakeholder Training/Professional Development:
  • Successfully completed and mastered K-5 LETRS professional development prior to employment.
  • Successfully complete and master Early Childhood LETRS professional development.
  • Successfully obtain LETRS state facilitator certification within two years of initial hiring date.
  • Prioritize and provide state, district, and school-level professional development, coaching, and feedback as determined in collaboration with leaders.
  • Attend monthly virtual professional learning support sessions led by NCDPI OEL.
  • Attend no more than four face‑to‑face state‑required professional development sessions to align communication of resources with district teams.
• Fiscal Resources:
  • Collaborate with district and school-level leaders to identify aligned curriculum, literacy promising practices, and prioritize support.
  • Support all aspects of statewide implementation to prioritize resources and support aligned, evidence‑informed practices in Preschool through Grade 5.
• Data and Outcomes:
  • Guide alignment of district and school-level data analysis and assessment implementation with state requirements.
  • Collaborate with leaders to plan for measuring the impact of reading instruction using school baseline data and data from approved early reading assessment systems.
  • Assist in identifying and planning aligned coaching support for assigned schools within the district.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Office of Early Learning Senior Director.
• Necessary Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in the education field to which assigned from an accredited institution, and a minimum of five years of specifically related experience in public education with demonstrated leadership experience.
  • Master's degree in the education field to which assigned from an accredited institution, and a minimum of three years of specifically related experience in public education with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Must live in or near the assigned district.
• Travel is required; must obtain a valid NC Driver’s License.
• Essential Knowledge/Skills:
  • Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws and policies related to the Excellent Public Schools Act and early education within the Preschool – Grade 5 continuum.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of evidence‑informed literacy professional development and practices aligned to the Science of Reading.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of delivering professional development virtually and in‑person.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of formulating, planning, and managing multiple projects.
  • Knowledge in data analysis processes relevant to early literacy, with a focus on statewide formal diagnostic reading assessment.
  • Experience coaching adults in literacy and accurately communicating content.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Cynthia Barber, Senior Director
• NC Department of Public Instruction
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]