Literacy Coach - Grant-Funded Position

Position Type:

Licensed:
Grades K-5

Date Posted:

5/29/2026

Location:

Alice Terry Elementary School/Englewood, CO

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JOB TITLE:

Literacy Coach - Grant Funded Position

LOCATION:

Alice Terry Elementary

WORK YEAR: 187 days

WORK STATUS:
Licensed, Full Time - Exempt

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal

POSITION SUMMARY

The overall purpose of this position is to support high-quality literacy instruction in grades K5 through instructional coaching, professional learning, data analysis, and collaboration with teachers and school leadership. The Literacy Coach supports implementation of evidence-based literacy practices aligned to the Colorado READ Act, scientifically based reading research (SBRR), and district instructional priorities. A strong candidate will demonstrate expertise in literacy instruction, instructional coaching, and the use of student data to improve literacy outcomes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional Coaching and Teacher Support

* Provide job-embedded coaching cycles including co-planning, modeling, observation, feedback, reflection, and instructional follow-up.

* Support teachers in implementing evidence-based literacy instruction aligned to scientifically based reading research and district instructional expectations.

* Facilitate teacher reflection and goal-setting through coaching conversations and collaborative planning.

* Support onboarding and induction of new and probationary teachers in district literacy systems, curriculum resources, instructional routines, and instructional expectations.

* Assist teachers in aligning instruction to district literacy look-fors, lesson delivery models, and instructional frameworks.

* Strong knowledge of scope and sequences to co-plan and support Tier I and Tier II instruction, helping teachers intentionally frontload content for SRD students while ensuring lesson alignment and pacing.

* Conduct classroom walkthroughs with administrators and district leaders to calibrate instructional expectations and monitor implementation progress.

Professional Learning and Collaboration

* Facilitate Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) focused on lesson preparation, student work analysis, progress monitoring, and data-informed instructional planning.

* Collaborate with principals, district literacy leaders, interventionists, special education staff, and literacy consultants to strengthen literacy systems and instructional coherence.

* Participate in School Leadership Team (SLT) meetings and continuous improvement planning related to literacy goals and student achievement.

* Participate in required Colorado Department of Education (CDE) READ Act trainings, grant meetings, and professional learning opportunities.

* Support implementation of district-approved literacy curriculum, instructional frameworks, MTSS systems, and evidence-based instructional routines.

Data Analysis and Continuous Improvement

* Support teachers in using i-Ready, DIBELS 8, Lexia Core5, and other literacy data sources to guide instruction, intervention planning, flexible grouping, and progress monitoring.

* Collaborate with teachers and administrators to identify instructional trends, student needs, and next instructional steps through ongoing data analysis.

* Provide timely written and verbal feedback aligned to district instructional priorities and literacy implementation goals.

* Assist with documentation and implementation of grant requirements, may assist with reporting expectations, and sustainability planning.

Leadership and Professional Responsibilities

* Build positive and collaborative relationships with staff, students, families, and district leaders.

* Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical practices in all aspects of the role.

* Support a culture of continuous improvement, high expectations, and equitable outcomes for all students.

* Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal consistent with the responsibilities of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

* Valid Colorado Teaching License

* CDE K3 READ Act Designation

* Minimum of five years of highly effective elementary teaching experience

Preferred

* Master's Degree in Curriculum and…