Instructional Coach

Literacy Instructional Coach Palmetto, FL | Charter “A” Rated School

A highly regarded “A” rated charter school in Palmetto, Florida is seeking a dedicated and experienced Literacy Instructional Coach to support teachers and school leaders in strengthening literacy instruction and improving student achievement.

This position is ideal for an experienced educator with a strong background in Science of Reading, evidence-based literacy practices, data-driven instruction, and teacher coaching.

• Provide instructional coaching and support to teachers, with approximately 80% of the role focused on teacher coaching and professional development.
• Model effective literacy instructional strategies through whole-group and small-group instruction.
• Support teachers in implementing Science of Reading principles and evidence-based reading strategies with fidelity.
• Coach teachers on foundational reading skills, including phonics, decoding, and encoding.
• Assist teachers with collecting, analyzing, and using student assessment data to guide instruction.
• Identify instructional needs and provide non-evaluative, constructive feedback to teachers.
• Facilitate grade-level collaborative planning sessions and professional learning opportunities.
• Support literacy leadership teams and school-wide literacy initiatives.
• Partner with school administrators to develop and implement strategies designed to improve reading achievement.
• Work with district literacy specialists to support literacy initiatives and approved instructional resources.
• Promote literacy across content areas and contribute to school-wide professional learning.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a high level of professionalism when working with educators and students.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education required.
• Valid Florida Teaching Certificate required.
• Reading certification or endorsement required, or currently in process with a commitment to complete within one year.
• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience.
• Minimum 3 years of highly effective instructional practice ratings.
• Experience with literacy instruction, including the six components of reading, evidence-based strategies, assessment, data analysis, and differentiated instruction.
• Experience conducting professional learning activities, preferably in literacy, and/or experience in an instructional leadership role.
• ESOL certification or endorsement preferred.
• Appropriate grade-level teaching experience preferred.

• Strong knowledge of the Science of Reading and evidence-based instructional practices.
• Ability to model systematic and explicit literacy instruction.
• Strong understanding of reading assessments and using data to drive instructional decisions.
• Excellent coaching, communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and motivate educators to achieve high standards.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Professional, dependable, self-directed, and committed to continuous professional growth.
• Ability to work effectively with teachers, administrators, specialists, and other stakeholders.
• Strong commitment to improving student literacy achievement.