2026-2027 SY - Structured Literacy Coach (5 Positions)

5 positions available. This position is funded through a grant and is subject to annual renewal. Continued employment is contingent upon available funding, and the position requires reapplication each year.

About the role

Provides instructional coaching and professional learning in Structured Literacy aligned with the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) literacy initiative and the science of reading. Supports student achievement by building teacher capacity, delivering targeted literacy interventions, and promoting evidence-based instructional practices.

Receives general direction from the Principal or designee and collaborates with the Curriculum and Instruction Department.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and support to teachers in implementing Structured Literacy practices.
• Deliver professional development, including literacy training.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide feedback cycles.
• Support alignment of curriculum, instruction, and assessments.
• Analyze student data to inform instruction and monitor growth.
• Collaborate with staff to implement school-wide literacy goals.
• Deliver targeted literacy interventions.
• Support multilingual learners and students with disabilities.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and collaboration.
• Maintain communication and records while ensuring confidentiality.
• Foster a culturally responsive learning environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Valid NM Teaching License (Level 2 or 3).
• Bachelor's degree in education and advanced coursework or professional development in the science of reading, multisensory language instruction.
• Reading Endorsement or Certification or eligibility for a reading endorsement or certification.
• Expertise in Structured Literacy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related education field (Educational Administration, Elementary Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Reading, etc.).
• Certified Academic Language Therapist.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform the job and access the environment for which you are hired.
• Sitting, standing, lifting, moving about the room or school, carrying (up to 20 pounds), reaching, squatting, kneeling, prolonged typing, physical ability to type on a keyboard terminal, and moving light furniture.

Equipment/Technology Handled

Must know how to properly operate or be willing to learn to operate all multimedia equipment including current technology.

Work Environment

• On-Site attendance is mandatory for this position.
• Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality.
• Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required.
• Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision.
• After-hour work may be required.

Pay

$85,607

Schedule

7.5 hours per day, 204-day contract.

Benefits

All GMCS schools are eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

All applicants must upload copies of official transcripts or evaluations of foreign transcripts from any and all accredited colleges/universities attended for review.