Science of Reading SLIFE Curriculum

science of reading slife curriculum work

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job : 5926184
Final date to receive applications: sep 24, 2026 11:59 pm (eastern standard time)
posted: sep 14, 2026 4:00 am (utc)

starting date: immediately

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haverhill high school is seeking an ml slife teacher to participate in a professional learning opportunity focused on the science of reading (sor) and its application to multilingual learners, particularly students with limited or interrupted formal education (slife).

the teacher will participate in a science of reading course and serve as a teacher-leader in the integration of evidence-based literacy practices into the ml slife curriculum. The goal of this work is to strengthen literacy instruction for slife students by identifying, adapting, and implementing sor-aligned practices that are responsive to the unique linguistic, academic, and instructional needs of our students.

this position combines professional learning, collaboration, curriculum development, and classroom application.

• participate fully in the designated science of reading course and related professional learning activities.
• develop a strong understanding of evidence-based literacy practices, including foundational skills, phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, language comprehension, and reading comprehension.
• examine how science of reading principles can be appropriately adapted for multilingual learners and students with limited or interrupted formal education.
• reflect on current slife instructional practices and identify opportunities to strengthen alignment with research-based literacy practices.

• collaborate with ml and curriculum colleagues to identify opportunities to integrate sor-aligned practices into the existing slife curriculum.
• review current curriculum materials, units, lessons, and assessments through a science of reading lens.
• develop or revise instructional materials, lessons, routines, and assessments to incorporate evidence-based literacy practices.
• ensure that sor practices are integrated meaningfully into content and language instruction rather than treated as a separate intervention.
• consider the unique needs of slife students, including gaps in formal education, literacy development, academic language, and prior educational experiences, when adapting sor practices.

• pilot and implement selected sor-aligned strategies and instructional routines within the ml slife classroom.
• use student work and relevant data to evaluate the effectiveness of new instructional practices.
• adjust instruction and curriculum based on student outcomes and ongoing reflection.
• document successful practices, resources, and lessons learned that can be shared with other ml educators.

• work collaboratively with the ml department and other relevant instructional leaders to support the implementation of sor-aligned practices.
• share learning, resources, and effective strategies with colleagues through plcs, department meetings, or other professional learning opportunities.
• contribute to the development of a shared approach to literacy instruction for slife students across classrooms and grade levels.
• serve as a resource to colleagues as haverhill high school continues to strengthen literacy instruction for multilingual learners.

through this work, the teacher will:

• develop a deeper understanding of the science of reading and its application to multilingual learners.
• identify high-impact sor practices that are appropriate and responsive to slife…