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At Harlem Children’s Zone, our mission is to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty and unlock new possibilities for our children, families, and communities. As the K-12 charter school within HCZ’s cradle-to-career pathway, Promise Academy delivers exceptional education alongside holistic support—empowering young minds, inspiring potential, and creating lasting change. By joining, you become part of a transformative movement dedicated to shaping brighter futures and driving extraordinary outcomes for those we serve. We’re seeking a Literacy Coach who shares our goal: to get all our scholars to and through college!

About the Role

You are a passionate educator committed to the success of every student. With a deep understanding of literacy instruction, you are skilled at using research-based reading strategies to support both students and teachers across Humanities content. You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with educators and educational leaders to enhance literacy outcomes. Data-driven and results-oriented, you use assessments to identify student needs and implement targeted interventions.

Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum and assessments to align instruction across the network
• Coach and train teachers in humanities curriculum, ensuring effective instructional practices
• Assess and analyze student humanities data to identify strengths and areas for growth, implementing appropriate instructional techniques
• Model best practices in literacy instruction to support teacher development
• Monitor and support teachers in analyzing data to track student progress
• Collaborate with teachers, education directors, and principals to review student performance and refine literacy strategies
• Deliver targeted literacy interventions to individual students and small groups using research-based strategies

Skills

• Collaborative Leadership: Work closely with teachers, education directors, and principals to align curriculum, review student outcomes, and refine literacy strategies across the network.
• Curriculum Leadership: Design and align curriculum and assessments across schools, ensuring coherence, rigor, and consistency in humanities instruction.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Regularly monitor instructional practices and student progress, using feedback and reflection to strengthen teaching and learning across classrooms.
• Detail-Oriented: Maintain a strong focus on the details of curriculum, assessment, and instructional implementation to ensure clarity, consistency, and high-quality execution.
• Clear Communicator: Communicate expectations, feedback, and instructional priorities clearly and consistently to support alignment, collaboration, and shared goals across teams.
• Strategic Prioritization: Demonstrate the ability to balance multiple priorities, manage multiple initiatives, and execute high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Valid New York State certification in Literacy, Reading, Social Studies (Grades 7-12) or TESOL
• Minimum of five years of literacy instruction
• Experience working with middle school or high school students
• Minimum of three years of experience teaching in an urban school setting
• Master’s degree in Literacy or Reading preferred
• Previous coaching or curriculum development experience preferred
• Background in the Science of Reading and structured literacy practices preferred

Schedule

Monday – Friday: 7:40am – 4:00pm

Benefits

• Annual and performance-based bonuses
• Deferred bonus program
• Generous paid time off, including sick and personal days
• No-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Up to $30,000 in student loan forgiveness
• 403(b) retirement plan

Pay

The Literacy Coach salary ranges from $125,000 – $135,000. Salaries are determined based on years of relevant experience, certification, and education level.