Middle School Literacy Coach

Position: Middle School Literacy Coach- one year only
400 Lake Street
• Ithaca, New York
• 14850

NOTICE OF VACANCY

Position Title: Middle School Literacy Coach (1.167 FTE - one-year only)

Brief Description: The Middle School Literacy Coach is a teacher leader responsible for building teacher capacity to deliver high-quality, evidence-based literacy instruction across all content areas. Grounded in the Science of Reading, this role supports educators in implementing rigorous, grade-level instruction that ensures all students-especially those historically underserved-have access to meaningful, text-rich learning experiences.

Location(s): Boynton Middle School

Anticipated Start Date: 9/1/2026

Posting Dates: 5/4/2026 - 5/18/2026

Reposting Dates: 5/22/2026 - Until Filled

Number of Vacancies: 1

FTE: 1.167

Application Requirements:

Resume/CV

Cover Letter

Proof of Certification (or pending certification)

Official Copy of transcripts: undergraduate and graduate

Three (3) Letters of Reference (highly preferred for external candidates)

MANDATORY Writing Sample (see prompt below)

The Ithaca City School District values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, people with disabilities, and those with lived experiences.

MANDATORY Writing Sample
A writing sample is required for the application to be completed.
Please upload your writing sample separately or with your cover letter.

The ICSD has a diverse student population representing a variety of races, gender identities, learning needs, socio-economic status, sexual orientations, languages, national origins, etc. Describe your teaching strategies and/or experiences for effectively educating students from diverse backgrounds. Please give specific examples of how you respond effectively to students who have a variety of identities, and/or respond effectively to students who are different from your own identity.

How do you ensure success for every student?

Tell us about any personal and professional experiences you have had that would help you help us to fulfill our district equity goals.

The Ithaca City School District is a 1:1 district in grades 3-12. Please provide examples of how you have used or your vision for using digital technology in instruction. Also, please provide evidence of how you stay current with students' digital world.

Required Qualifications:

• The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.
• Possession of a valid New York State teaching certification (Secondary ELA preferred; other content areas with a strong literacy background considered)

Desired Characteristics:

• Successful classroom teaching experience
• Deep knowledge of the Science of Reading and evidence-based literacy instruction
• Experience with instructional coaching, adult learning, or teacher leadership preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to educational equity and culturally responsive-sustaining practices
• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to sharing resources and expertise and pursuing innovative solutions in a collaborative environment

Internal Applicants: Apply online at itha

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External Applicants:
Apply online at ithac

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