What are the responsibilities and job description for the SY 25-26 Title 1 Literacy Teacher position at Lynchburg City Schools?
(SY 25-26) Title 1 Literacy Teacher
GENERAL INFORMATION
Title: (SY 25-26) Title 1 Literacy Teacher
Department: R. S. Payne Elementary School
Salary Grade: Teacher Pay Scale
FLSA Status: Exempt
FLSA Status: Exempt
Site/Location: R. S. Payne Elementary School
Reports to: Building Administrator
Date: 04/17/2025
POSITION SUMMARY
- To collaborate with the literacy team and classroom teachers in efforts to support identified students with literacy intervention.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- The Literacy Teacher provides high-quality literacy instruction aligned with state standards and curriculum, using research-based reading and writing strategies to support learners in a flexible small group setting.
- They assess student progress, analyze data to inform instruction, and implement targeted interventions for struggling readers.
- They collaborate with classroom teachers, the Literacy Coach, administrators, and families to support literacy development, participate in professional learning, and integrate best practices and high-quality instructional materials for literacy to strengthen instruction.
- Additionally, they work closely with their school-level literacy team to promote division-level literacy initiatives as well as literacy activities and events for students and families.
LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES
Personal Competencies
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Ethical
- Equity Minded
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cultural Competence
- Safety
- Quality
Leadership Competencies
- Models Excellent Customer Service
- Thinks Strategically
- Shows Initiative
- Acts Decisively
- Communicates Effectively
- Works Collaboratively
- Resolves Conflict Proactively
Functional Competencies
- Technical Capabilities
- Computer Literacy
- Data Analysis and Management
- Fiscal Planning and Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Candidate must possess or be eligible for a Virginia teacher license with a Master's Degree, reading specialist endorsement highly recommended.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Candidate must possess leadership and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, parents, and staff.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
- None
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- None
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
JOB STATUS:
OPEN
SALARY
Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales.
DAYS:
200
START DATE:
2025-2026
revised:
3/7/2025
