What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reading/Literacy School Based Coaching POOL, Middle School position at Pinellas County Schools?
# of Jobs 10
Hours per Day 7.5
Work Hours School Hours
Temporary Position No
Calendar Days 10-month (198 days)
Salary
For Salary Schedule, clickHERE. Please see teachers' salary schedule.
Pay Grade -
Pay Grade -
Minimum Educational Requirements Bachelor's - Please see job description for specific requirements.
Contract Type Full-Time
Reports to PRINCIPAL
Contact Person's Name Carrie Greetham
Contact Person's Email greethamc@pcsb.org
Job Description.
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Additional Job Information
This posting is intended to build a pool of qualified candidates for a Site-Based Middle School Literacy Coach role. While there may not be an immediate vacancy, applicants in the pool may be contacted and considered for openings as they arise during the school year.
Job Summary
The Middle School Literacy Coach supports teachers and students in improving reading, writing, and overall literacy achievement across all content areas. This role focuses on strengthening instructional practices, modeling effective strategies, and using data to drive literacy growth. The Literacy Coach collaborates with teachers, administrators, and support staff to create a schoolwide culture of literacy.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with teachers to plan, model, and co-teach effective literacy instruction across subjects
Provide job-embedded professional development focused on reading, writing, vocabulary, and comprehension strategies
Support the implementation of literacy standards and curriculum
Analyze student data to identify needs, monitor progress, and guide instructional decisions
Coach teachers through observation, feedback, and reflective conversations
Assist in developing and implementing interventions for struggling readers and writers
Promote disciplinary literacy practices in subjects such as science, social studies, and math
Facilitate professional learning communities (PLCs) focused on literacy goals
Curate and recommend instructional resources and materials
Support schoolwide literacy initiatives and programs
Model best practices in differentiated instruction and engagement strategies
Qualifications
Bachelor?s degree in Education (Master?s degree in Literacy, Reading, or related field preferred)
Valid teaching certification & reading endorsement
Minimum of 3?5 years of successful classroom teaching experience, preferably at the middle school level
Strong knowledge of adolescent literacy development and instructional strategies
Experience with data analysis and progress monitoring
Excellent communication, collaboration, and coaching skills
Skills And Competencies
Deep understanding of reading and writing instruction across content areas
Ability to build positive relationships with staff and students
Strong facilitation and presentation skills
Knowledge of evidence-based literacy practices and interventions
Ability to support diverse learners, including English Language Learners and students with disabilities
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Working Conditions
School-based setting with frequent classroom visits
Regular collaboration with teachers and school leadership
Occasional after-school professional development sessions or meetings
Impact
The Literacy Coach plays a critical role in improving student achievement by strengthening instructional practices, fostering a culture of literacy, and ensuring all students have access to high-quality reading and writing instruction.
Hours per Day 7.5
Work Hours School Hours
Temporary Position No
Calendar Days 10-month (198 days)
Salary
For Salary Schedule, clickHERE. Please see teachers' salary schedule.
Pay Grade -
Pay Grade -
Minimum Educational Requirements Bachelor's - Please see job description for specific requirements.
Contract Type Full-Time
Reports to PRINCIPAL
Contact Person's Name Carrie Greetham
Contact Person's Email greethamc@pcsb.org
Job Description.
ClickHERE. View Attachment
Additional Job Information
This posting is intended to build a pool of qualified candidates for a Site-Based Middle School Literacy Coach role. While there may not be an immediate vacancy, applicants in the pool may be contacted and considered for openings as they arise during the school year.
Job Summary
The Middle School Literacy Coach supports teachers and students in improving reading, writing, and overall literacy achievement across all content areas. This role focuses on strengthening instructional practices, modeling effective strategies, and using data to drive literacy growth. The Literacy Coach collaborates with teachers, administrators, and support staff to create a schoolwide culture of literacy.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with teachers to plan, model, and co-teach effective literacy instruction across subjects
Provide job-embedded professional development focused on reading, writing, vocabulary, and comprehension strategies
Support the implementation of literacy standards and curriculum
Analyze student data to identify needs, monitor progress, and guide instructional decisions
Coach teachers through observation, feedback, and reflective conversations
Assist in developing and implementing interventions for struggling readers and writers
Promote disciplinary literacy practices in subjects such as science, social studies, and math
Facilitate professional learning communities (PLCs) focused on literacy goals
Curate and recommend instructional resources and materials
Support schoolwide literacy initiatives and programs
Model best practices in differentiated instruction and engagement strategies
Qualifications
Bachelor?s degree in Education (Master?s degree in Literacy, Reading, or related field preferred)
Valid teaching certification & reading endorsement
Minimum of 3?5 years of successful classroom teaching experience, preferably at the middle school level
Strong knowledge of adolescent literacy development and instructional strategies
Experience with data analysis and progress monitoring
Excellent communication, collaboration, and coaching skills
Skills And Competencies
Deep understanding of reading and writing instruction across content areas
Ability to build positive relationships with staff and students
Strong facilitation and presentation skills
Knowledge of evidence-based literacy practices and interventions
Ability to support diverse learners, including English Language Learners and students with disabilities
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Working Conditions
School-based setting with frequent classroom visits
Regular collaboration with teachers and school leadership
Occasional after-school professional development sessions or meetings
Impact
The Literacy Coach plays a critical role in improving student achievement by strengthening instructional practices, fostering a culture of literacy, and ensuring all students have access to high-quality reading and writing instruction.