Specialist, Instructional Reading-Elementary (2026-2027 School Year)

Young World Physical Education; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 62,750 - 75,602; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Houston, Texas is seeking a full-time Instructional Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year. This role is crucial in providing direct instruction to students in reading and mathematics, as well as coaching teachers in effective instructional strategies.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and a Texas teaching certificate, with three years of successful teaching experience preferred. This position offers a competitive starting salary based on the district's pay scale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field is required.
• Must hold a valid Standard Texas teaching certificate.
• Preferred: At least three years of successful teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic intervention and support to at-risk students.
• Analyze student data to identify trends and areas of improvement.
• Model, coach, and collaborate with teachers using effective instructional strategies.

Skills

Excellent motivational skills with teachers and students

Experience in coaching and modeling for teachers

Knowledge of core curriculum and instruction

Ability to evaluate student progress

Flexible and patient with teachers and students

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Standard Texas teaching certificate

Three years of successful teaching experience

Job description

Specialist, Instructional Reading‑Elementary (2026‑2027 School Year)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

Min: $62,750

Mid: $75,602

(Based on 2025‑2026 Pay Scale)

Job Title: Instructional Specialist‑Elementary (2026‑2027 School Year)

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: AI2, Eligible for Teacher Incentive Allotment Compensation

Reporting To: Campus Principal

Primary Purpose: The Instructional Specialist is responsible for providing direct instruction and instructional support to students with identified deficits in reading or mathematics. The Instructional Specialist will also provide content‑specific coaching to teachers as part of the continuous cycle of campus feedback and support.

All employees are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, and champion the needs of our students while driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Standard Texas teaching certificate

Preferred:

• Three years of successful teaching experience

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Excellent motivational skills with teachers and students
• Experience in coaching and modeling for teachers
• Knowledge of core curriculum and instruction
• Knowledge of district intervention programs
• Ability to evaluate student progress
• Ability to model and provide instructional implementation assistance
• Flexible and patient with teachers and students

Responsibilities and Duties

Instruction

• Provide academic intervention, support, and monitoring of at‑risk students.
• Plan and implement effective instruction.
• Analyze student data to identify trends and areas of improvement.
• Lead and actively participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to contribute to school‑wide instructional improvement efforts.
• Monitor the academic progress of identified students engaged in academic interventions.

Coaching

• Model, coach, and collaborate with teachers using effective instructional strategies.
• Attend and provide district‑level professional development to stay abreast of best practices.
• Support teachers in differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Maintain ongoing communication with classroom teachers and administrators regarding student progress.
• Participate and collaborate with the Instructional Leadership team on teaching and learning practices.

Working Conditions

The usual and customary methods of performing the job functions require physical mobility, standing, prolonged sitting, some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. Mental demands include the ability to solve problems, interpret a variety of data, apply knowledge of current educational research and theory, communicate effectively in oral and written form, and maintain emotional control under stress.

Special Funding

This position is funded by federal and/or state grants. Employment is expressly conditioned on the availability of full funding for the position; if funding becomes unavailable, the employment may be terminated, not renewed, or reassigned.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Job ID: 5765053

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)