Structured Literacy Lead for Teacher Education

SJC San Juan College

Farmington (MN)

On-site

USD 56,000 - 76,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Pension plan

Tuition waiver

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Library services

Job summary

San Juan College seeks a Literacy Coordinator to lead the Teacher Education Department in aligning programs with the science of reading and HB156 requirements. This exempt, fixed-term position focuses on structured literacy across ALP, Teacher Residency, and licensure pathways, reporting to the Senior Director of Teacher Education.

The role involves developing professional development for instructors, coordinating with NMPED and LEAs, and ensuring compliance with state rules.

Qualifications

Master's or doctoral degree in education, literacy, reading, or a closely related field.
Minimum five years of classroom teaching, reading specialist, or literacy coach experience.
Expertise in structured literacy, science of reading, and evidence‑based instruction.

Responsibilities

Lead HB156 implementation within the Teacher Education Department.
Align coursework and clinical experiences with structured literacy competencies.
Oversee 100-hour structured literacy observation placements with LETRS-trained mentors.
Provide PD and coaching on literacy pedagogy and reading frameworks.
Coordinate with NMPED, ECECD, and LEAs on literacy placements and initiatives.
Monitor candidate performance and prepare compliance reports.
Drive continuous improvement and annual program reviews for HB156.