Literacy Coach

Description Of Duties

Under direct supervision of the Director of Teaching and Learning

Under direct supervision of the Director of Teaching and Learning

The Literacy Coach Will

• Create positive relationships with teachers and administrators
• Model effective instructional strategies for teachers by working weekly with students in whole, and small groups, or individually
• Facilitate study groups
• Train teachers in data analysis and collection to differentiate instruction
• Coaching and mentoring colleagues
• Work with teachers to ensure that research-based reading programs are implemented with fidelity
• Work with all teachers (including content area and elective areas) on increasing student achievement
• Help lead and support reading leadership teams
• Develop the school's annual Reading Plan submission to the state department
• Meet monthly with administration to discuss progress (review data), issues, and concerns based on goals
• Help prepare and present board presentations
• Serve as job-embedded, stable resources for PLO's that adhere to professional learning standards
• Continue to participate in job-embedded professional development (based on the needs of coaches)
• Keep thorough and accurate records and documentation and surveys related to job functions

• Ability to multitask, manage large projects, and adhere to deadlines
• Ability to keep up‑to‑date with current events and technologies in the business and postsecondary sectors
• Self‑motivated
• Ability to maintain curricular and industry knowledge
• Ability to facilitate meetings and professional development opportunities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge using a variety of assessment tools
• Knowledge of researched‑based instructional strategies that engage all students
• Willingness and ability to assume a leadership position

• Certification in the subject area (South Carolina or reciprocity state)
• Power School Experience
• Experience in project‑based learning is preferred
• Experience with iReady is preferred
• Willingness to work with other navigators to promote interdisciplinary studies
• Ability to learn new technology tools quickly (e.g., database and web‑based tools)
• Ability to support and guide parents as well as students
• Knowledge of effective and innovative instructional and student evaluation techniques
• Ability to develop effective relationships with pupils, parents, navigators, staff and the community
• Outstanding references from current and former supervisors
• Satisfactory SLED (SC Law Enforcement Division) report

• Benefits Packet, Retirement: 403B

Salary: $55,000 - $65,000