Elementary Literacy Coach, Reading Intervention Specialist

What You'll Do

• Coach and mentor teachers and TA's in implementing evidence-based literacy instruction aligned with the Science of Reading.
• Model lessons, co-teach, observe classroom instruction, and provide actionable feedback.
• Facilitate Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) focused on student achievement and literacy best practices.
• Analyze literacy assessment data to identify trends, monitor growth, and develop targeted instructional plans.
• Organize and train a team to provide targeted small-group reading intervention as a part of a school wide WIN program.
• Cookier Tier II and Tier III literacy interventions within the school's MTSS framework.
• Lead engaging professional development and support schoolwide implementation of effective literacy practices.
• Partner with administrators, teachers, interventionists, special education staff, and families to ensure student success.

Qualifications

• Current Utah Teaching License (or ability to obtain)
• Minimum of five years of successful elementary teaching experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of the Science of Reading and structured literacy practices
• Demonstrated success improving student reading achievement
• Excellent organizational, communication, leadership, collaboration, and coaching skills
• Passion for helping both students and educators grow

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience With CKLA (Core Knowledge Language Arts)
• 95 Percent Group literacy programs
• WIN (What I Need) intervention framework
• LETRS training or comparable Science of Reading professional learning
• MTSS and data-driven instructional decision making
• Instructional coaching or literacy leadership

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $80,000--$100,000, based on education and experience
• Employer-sponsored health insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid holidays and school breaks
• Ongoing professional development and instructional coaching opportunities
• Collaborative, supportive leadership team
• Meaningful opportunities for professional growth and leadership