Network Early Literacy Coach

Join Us in Transforming Early Literacy

U Prep is seeking a passionate, skilled, and mission-driven Network Early Literacy Coach to support all four U Prep elementary schools in building strong, equitable literacy outcomes for every child. This will allow us to be in compliance with new 

This is a high-impact leadership role for an educator who believes deeply in the Science of Reading and is excited to support teachers through coaching, collaboration, and professional learning. The selected candidate will play a critical role in implementing UFLI Foundations and a new district-wide literacy assessment system—ensuring every classroom delivers high-quality, evidence-based instruction.

Primary Responsibilities

Coach & Develop Teachers

• Provide individualized, job-embedded coaching to K–3 teachers
• Model strong literacy instruction and support teachers in refining their practice
• Lead coaching cycles focused on real-time feedback and student impact

Lead Literacy Implementation

• Guide the rollout and ongoing success of UFLI Foundations
• Support teachers with lesson planning, routines, and instructional delivery
• Ensure consistency and fidelity of literacy instruction across all schools

Use Data to Drive Instruction

• Support implementation of a new literacy assessment tool
• Help teachers and leaders analyze data and plan targeted instruction
• Facilitate data conversations that lead to measurable student growth

Design & Deliver Professional Learning

• Plan and lead engaging, practical professional development sessions
• Build staff expertise in the Science of Reading and structured literacy practices
• Provide ongoing support to ensure strategies are implemented effectively

• Collaborate Across Schools

• Partner with principals and instructional leaders to align literacy priorities
• Support MTSS and intervention systems for early readers
• Contribute to a strong, coherent network literacy vision

Candidate Profile 

You are:

• Deeply knowledgeable about early literacy and the Science of Reading
• An excellent teacher with a track record of strong student outcomes
• Skilled at building relationships and coaching adult learners
• Data-driven and able to translate data into instructional action
• Organized, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred (Literacy, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field)
• Valid teaching certification
• Minimum 5 years of successful K–3 teaching experience
• Experience coaching teachers and/or leading professional development strongly preferred
• Familiarity with UFLI Foundations or similar structured literacy programs preferred

Work Environment

• Based at the home office with regular travel to four U Prep elementary campuses
• Opportunity to work closely with district and school leadership teams
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on student success
• Reports to Senior Director of Curriculum and Instruction
• Full Time - 10-month position

Detroit 90 90 is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind.  All employment decisions with Detroit 9090 are based on district needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.