Instructional Coach ​/ Literacy and Multilingual ​/ Doolittle Elementary School (Title 1

Instructional Coach / Literacy and Multilingual / Doolittle Elementary School (Title
1)

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Elementary
• Date Posted: 6/29/2026
• Location:
  
  Doolittle Elementary School
• Date Available:
  
  Available immediately

The Cheshire Public Schools seek a dynamic Elementary Curriculum and Instruction Specialist to serve as a leader. This specialist is a cornerstone of our instructional framework, supporting teachers through coaching and professional learning rooted in the district's definition of high-quality instruction, structured literacy, and best practices for multilingual learners (MLs). Working closely with the District Curriculum Office and school leadership, the specialist ensures that research-based strategies are translated into classroom excellence.

• Engage in comprehensive coaching cycles, including observation, feedback, modeling, and co‑teaching to improve classroom-level instruction.
• Provide direct support in the implementation of the structured literacy block and evidence-based reading strategies rooted in the Science of Reading.
• Assist teachers in aligning and differentiating literacy curricula to meet the unique needs of a diverse student population, including those within the language acquisition progression.
• Lead the development of student fundamentals in listening, speaking, reading, and writing English; serve as the primary resource for teachers on the language learning process.
• Coordinate and administer the CSDE LAS Links assessment; create and implement ML Student Success Plans to ensure equitable academic access.
• Guide the integration of Connecticut English Language Proficiency (CELP) standards into core academic instruction.

• Supervise literacy and ML assessment data at the school level, ensuring accurate collection and organization.
• Facilitate the analysis of student data to identify intervention needs, monitor progress, and inform curriculum modifications.
• Lead data-driven decision-making to identify instructional trends and ensure no student falls through the cracks.

• Design and lead workshops, study groups, and building-based meetings focused on literacy and ML instructional practices.
• Act as a bridge between the classroom and the district, collaborating with the building principal, Curriculum Office, and math/reading specialists.
• Assist in developing lesson plans and utilizing technology to facilitate learning across various learning styles.

• Current Connecticut Elementary Teaching Certificate (Required).
• Deep understanding of CELP Standards, Structured Literacy, and the language learning process.
• Proven track record across multiple grade levels and experience facilitating professional learning for adult learners is highly desirable.

• In accordance with Agreement Between Cheshire Board of Education and the Education Association of Cheshire.

This is a grant-funded role with an initial one‑year employment term. There is potential for extension based on continued funding availability and program needs.

This position will support the Title 1 school/s.