Title One Teacher- Reading/Literacy

Birch Agency; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Agency is seeking a passionate Literacy Coach to support teachers and students in Cleveland, OH. You will promote evidence-based literacy instruction, guide teachers through Science of Reading principles, and provide coaching and professional development to strengthen classroom practice.

In this role, you will analyze literacy data with staff, model effective reading and writing strategies, and collaborate with school leadership to shape strong literacy programming that improves student

Qualifications

• Must have completed Science of Reading training.
• At least one of: Master’s Degree in Literacy, Reading Endorsement on Ohio license 059902, or passing state literacy test.

Responsibilities

• Coach and support teachers in implementing evidence-based literacy instruction.
• Provide guidance on Science of Reading principles and instructional strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers to analyze student data and identify literacy needs.
• Model effective reading and writing instructional practices.
• Support differentiated and intervention-based literacy instruction.
• Provide professional development, resources, and instructional guidance to staff.
• Monitor literacy progress and help develop strategies to improve student outcomes.
• Collaborate with school leadership and instructional teams to strengthen literacy programming.

Skills

Science of Reading

Literacy coaching

Evidence-based literacy practices

Professional development

Education

Master’s Degree in Literacy

Reading Endorsement (Pre-K–12) Ohio license 059902

Passing score on the state literacy test

Job description

Job Position: Title One Teacher- Reading/Literacy

Location: Cleveland, OH 44105

About The Role

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Literacy Coach to support teachers and students in strengthening literacy instruction and improving student reading outcomes. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of evidence-based literacy practices and the Science of Reading, along with experience supporting educators through coaching, collaboration, and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Coach and support teachers in implementing evidence-based literacy instruction.
• Provide guidance on Science of Reading principles and instructional strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers to analyze student data and identify literacy needs.
• Model effective reading and writing instructional practices.
• Support differentiated and intervention-based literacy instruction.
• Provide professional development, resources, and instructional guidance to staff.
• Monitor literacy progress and help develop strategies to improve student outcomes.
• Collaborate with school leadership and instructional teams to strengthen literacy programming.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have completed Science of Reading training and meet at least one of the following:

• Master’s Degree in Literacy, OR
• Reading Endorsement (Pre-K–12) listed on an Ohio teaching license as 059902, OR
• Passing score on the state literacy test

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a literacy/reading coach, interventionist, teacher, or instructional specialist.
• Experience with evidence-based reading instruction and literacy intervention.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and professional development skills.
• Knowledge of student literacy assessment and data-driven instruction.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to directly impact student literacy outcomes.
• Collaborative and supportive educational environment.
• Opportunity to work alongside teachers and school leadership.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.