K-5 Literacy Coach — Grant-Funded

JOB TITLE: 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 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…