Director of Literacy (6th–12th)

Thank you for your interest in joining Friendship Public Charter School! We are excited to review applications for anticipated vacancies for the 2026–2027 school year.

Our formal interview process will begin in January 2026 for all confirmed openings. Please note that some roles may be posted in advance of confirmation, and internal applicants will be considered first for any potential vacancies.

Friendship Public Charter School operates a network of high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools serving students from pre-K3 through 12th grade. Our mission is to provide a world-class education that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and character necessary for success in college, career, and life.

We are seeking dedicated, mission-aligned professionals to join our team for the 2026–2027 school year. If you are committed to accelerating student achievement, fostering joyful and rigorous learning, and preparing students for bright postsecondary futures, we encourage you to apply.

We look forward to learning more about you and your passion for serving students in Washington, DC.

The Director of Literacy (K–5) is a central office leadership role responsible for driving a coherent, evidence-based literacy strategy across all elementary campuses. This position ensures alignment across curriculum, instruction, professional learning, coaching, and data systems to improve teacher practice and student literacy outcomes. The Director of Literacy will lead network wide planning and implementation of structured literacy practices grounded in the science of reading and aligned to high quality instructional materials.

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Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Program Coherence

• Lead the development and execution of the 6 to 12 literacy strategy across the network
• Ensure alignment across curriculum, assessment, intervention, and professional learning systems
• Oversee implementation and fidelity of adopted literacy programs including SpringBoard, StudySync, and Language Live
• Promote disciplinary literacy across content areas, ensuring literacy practices are embedded in ELA, science, and social studies
  
  

Data Analysis and Continuous Improvement

• Analyze network and campus level literacy data including DC CAPE, MAP, PSAT, SAT, and internal assessments
• Identify schools and student subgroups requiring targeted support
• Lead data driven cycles to monitor progress, inform instruction, and adjust strategy
• Report regularly on literacy performance and progress to executive leadership
  
  

Coaching and Talent Development

• Collaborate with Academy Directors and ELA Instructional Specialists to align coaching and instructional support
• Use classroom observations and walk through data to identify trends and prioritize coaching and professional learning
• Design and lead differentiated professional development focused on adolescent literacy, comprehension, and writing across disciplines
• Build capacity of teachers and leaders to implement evidence-based literacy practices
  
  

Intervention and MTSS Alignment

• Guide implementation of Tier II and Tier III literacy interventions, including Language Live and other supports
• Ensure alignment between core instruction and intervention systems
• Support schools in using data to match students with appropriate interventions and monitor progress
  
  

Curriculum and Resource Management

• Oversee implementation of adopted literacy curricula and instructional materials
• Ensure fidelity to scope and sequence and instructional expectations
• Coordinate resource allocation and support based on school level needs
• Support management of literacy related budgets, including grant funded initiatives
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in education, literacy, or related field preferred
• Minimum 5 to 7 years of experience in secondary literacy instruction, coaching, or school leadership
• Strong knowledge of adolescent literacy and evidence based instructional practices
• Experience with high quality instructional materials and curriculum implementation
• Experience analyzing and using assessment data such as MAP, PSAT, SAT, or similar tools
• Demonstrated ability to lead adult learning and manage teams
• Experience working in urban schools and with diverse student populations preferred
  
  

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking and systems leadership
• Expertise in secondary literacy and disciplinary literacy
• Data driven decision making
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to drive change and ensure accountability across multiple campuses
  
  

FPCS’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, status as a special disabled veteran, or any other protected criteria as established by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. Employment decisions at FPCS are based solely upon relevant criteria, including an individual’s capabilities, qualifications, training, experience and suitability.