Literacy Coach – Grant-Funded Position
Listed on 2026-09-02
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Education / Teaching
Training Instructor / Specialist, Professional Development, Elementary School
Literacy Coach – Grant-Funded Position
Location:
Alice Terry Elementary School
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 K–5 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 ResponsibilitiesInstructional 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 K–3 READ Act Designation
Minimum of five years of highly effective elementary teaching experience
Preferred
Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, Reading, Literacy, or related field
Reading Specialist or Reading Teacher endorsement
Experience facilitating instructional coaching cycles, adult professional learning, or PLC…
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