Literacy Coach

Qualifications:

• SC Certification in the area of Elementary or Early Childhood is required
• Master’s degree required
• Read to Succeed Literacy Teacher Endorsement required
• At least five years of successful classroom experience at the elementary level
• Outstanding leadership and teamwork skills
• Expertise in the area of best practices for literacy and reading intervention
• Experience working with adult learners 
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Expertise in technology
• Excellent oral and written communication skills    

Reports to:  Principal

Job Goal:  To serve as the literacy coach at the elementary level

Performance Responsibilities:

• Participates in state training to achieve the literacy coach/specialist endorsement
• Teaches the R2S courses required by the state reading plan
• Models effective instructional strategies for teachers
• Facilitates study groups in the area of literacy for the faculty 
• Trains teachers in data analysis and using data to differentiate literacy instruction
• Coaches and mentors colleagues in the area of literacy
• Works with teachers to ensure that scientifically-based literacy programs are implemented 
• Leads and supports literacy leadership teams
• Participates in student intervention team meetings
• Assists in the implementation of the district and school Reading Plans
• Provides model lessons as requested by other teachers or the principal
• Supports teachers in the implementation of ELA standards
• Facilitates professional learning opportunities as directed by the principal
• Participates in professional learning workshops and conferences
• Assists with the collection of data and the analysis of data for school improvement
• Completes reports and paperwork as required
• Collaborates with administrators, lead teachers and reading interventionists 
• Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as directed by the principal

Terms of Employment:  190 day contract with salary determined by placement on district teacher salary schedule and board approved annual supplement; exempt

Evaluation: Job performance evaluated annually in accordance with board policy