TOSA/Literacy Coach (K-4) - 105363

The following vacancy exists in Goshen Community Schools for the 2026-27 school year:

Goshen Community Schools

TOSA/Literacy Coach (k-4)

POSITION PURPOSE: The TOSA/Literacy Coach is a dual-role leadership position designed to increase the effectiveness of K-4 instruction through the Science of Reading and Cognitive Science. This individual serves as a critical bridge between administrative operations and classroom excellence, providing student-centered coaching, leading Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), and supporting school-wide Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS). The TOSA/Literacy Coach primary role is to analyze student data and create an academic achievement plan for the school.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Instructional Leadership & Literacy Expertise

• Science of Reading & Learning: Lead the adoption of evidence-based literacy practices aligned with the Science of Reading and the broader Science of Learning/Cognitive Science to meet the needs of all students.
• Student-Centered Coaching: Conduct mini and full coaching cycles that target student outcomes, including co-planning, modeling lessons, and team teaching with career teachers.
• Professional Development: Plan, facilitate, and oversee team meetings and PLC sessions focused on high-quality instructional practices and the use of formative assessment data.
• Data-Driven Instruction: Analyze classroom and school-wide student data to drive instructional decisions, set achievement goals, and monitor student learning outcomes weekly.

Administrative & School Support

• Assistant to the Principal: Assume responsibility for building operations during the principal's absence and represent the principal in IEP meetings when they are unavailable.
• MTSS & Behavior Support: Implement and monitor school-wide behavioral expectations; create student behavior contracts and address safety and welfare issues in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Supervision: Supervise classified employees by assigning and directing work, evaluating performance, and resolving issues.
• Instructional Expertise: Deep understanding of Cognitive Science principles and the ability to support instructional rigor.
• System Alignment: Collaborate with the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) to develop and implement school improvement plans and ensure alignment with Indiana State Standards.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Indiana Teacher’s License in the appropriate subject area and/or grade level(s)
• Must possess the Literacy Endorsement from the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE)
• Valid Indiana Administrative License (or current enrollment in an administrative license program) preferred.
• Successful classroom instruction and management

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Teaching Background: Minimum of five years of teaching experience with evidence of outstanding student achievement.
• Leadership: Excellent communication skills and a proven understanding of how to facilitate professional growth in adults.
• Differentiated Support: Ability to utilize EL, Special Education, and High Ability strategies when planning and implementing quality instruction.

WORK CALENDAR: School year – 184 days 10 additional days; 40 hours per week

SALARY: Teaching Contract – 184 days 10 additional days

APPLICATION PROCESS: For openings, please contact the following principals:

Model Elementary – Krista Toyer, Principal - ktroyer@goshenschools.org

Parkside Elementary – Julea Molnar-Ciesielski, Principal - jciesielski@goshenschools.org

Prairie View Elementary – Sonya Imus, Principal - simus@goshenschools.org

Waterford Elementary – Christina Peña , Principal - cmpena@goshenschools.org

West Goshen Elementary –Carrie Garber, Principal - cgarber@goshenschools.org

The Goshen Community School's Board of School Trustees is an equal opportunity employer. Selection of the applicant will be made without reference to race, color, creed, sex, age, handicap, or national origin.

THE CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS IS: Until Filled