TOSA - K-5 Literacy Coach, Bilingual, Dual Language Instruction (DLI) (Temporary)

About the role

This is a temporary 1.00 FTE contract position for the 2026-2027 school year (178 contract days). The Literacy Coach will assist classroom teachers and educational assistants by providing direct support, coaching, and professional development for small group intensification, including Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with methods, materials, and instructional strategies proven to increase student achievement in literacy
• Support teachers and educational assistants with the implementation of literacy foundational skills and language comprehension
• Work in partnership with teachers to plan instruction and model best instructional practices through demonstrations or side-by-side coaching
• Demonstrate appropriate use of instructional technology and other educational tools to enhance and extend instruction
• Facilitate the development of district-wide resources
• Support individuals and collaborative teams in making data-based instructional decisions to increase student learning
• Make informal classroom observations offering insights for the enhancement of teaching-learning situations; provide reflective feedback for instructional support and improvement
• Provide building-level or district-level professional development
• Communicate effectively with administrators, teachers, and other school personnel to strengthen instructional programs
• Collaborate with district-level leadership to ensure rigorous, relevant curriculum and instructional practices that increase student learning and achievement
• Collaborate with other instructional coaches at all grade levels to strengthen vertical articulation and create a seamless K-12 instructional program
• Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment
• Participate in State and regional curriculum meetings and leadership opportunities

Qualifications

• State of Oregon Teaching License with Elementary Multiple Subjects endorsement
• Current First Aid Card
• Fully bilingual and biliterate in English/Spanish
• Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience at the elementary level

Skills

• Strong collaboration and facilitation skills
• Strong understanding of adult learning, andragogy, and pedagogy
• Demonstrated competency in using data with teams for instructional improvement
• Strong understanding of culturally and linguistically responsive and inclusive teaching practices
• Advanced training or certification in research-aligned literacy strategies and the science of reading and writing
• Interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills required to facilitate coaching and staff development effectively
• Demonstrated ability to design and facilitate high-quality professional development for teachers/school staff
• Demonstrated skills in analyzing and using data for instructional grouping and decision-making
• In-depth knowledge of Oregon Literacy Framework and Science of Reading
• In-depth knowledge of high-leverage strategies for emerging multilingual learners
• Demonstrated comfort, knowledge, skill, and ability using instructional technology
• Ability to communicate effectively in multiple formats (multimedia, face-to-face, etc.)
• Ability to form strong professional relationships with colleagues
• Ability to take initiative, be flexible, and work in a fast-paced environment while managing competing tasks and deadlines
• Effectively manages time, is organized, and prioritizes work to meet the needs of users
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to facilitate side-by-side coaching
• Demonstrated mastery-level knowledge of instructional practices related to literacy
• Knowledge of equity issues in current education reform
• Listens to others and remains receptive to new ideas
• Demonstrated knowledge to maintain confidentiality
• Establishes and maintains positive, effective working relationships with staff, students, and the community

Pay

• 2026-2027 Annual Salary Range: $25,068 – $49,650 (based on 195/196 day contract)
• Initial placement on the salary schedule is based on education and contracted licensed experience
• Eligible to receive a specialty stipend of $1,380 for the 2026-2027 School Year