Literacy Coach, Dyslexia Specialist

Literacy Coach, Dyslexia Specialist

Compensation: $68,000

Benefits:

• Generous Benefits Allowance:
  Up to $21,934.08 annually, tailored to family size, for purchasing benefits.
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans:
  Choose from a variety of insurance plans with no pre‑existing conditions, exclusions, or limitations.
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
  Manage healthcare expenses and/or dependent care with ease.
• Full Participation in TRS:
  Employer coverage of 7.5% of annual salary for Teacher’s Retirement System participation.
• Generous Leave Policy:
  Full‑time employees receive 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in their first year.
• Paid Holidays:
  Benefit from 11 paid holidays per year.
• Employee Discounts:
  Access discounts with various companies and vendors.
• Longevity Bonus:
  Earn a bonus after completing two years of service, with bonuses continuing annually thereafter.
• Compensatory Time: FLSA exempt and non‑exempt employees receive compensatory time.
• Employee Assistance Program:
  Access support and resources through our Employee Assistance Program.

The Dyslexia Specialist serves within the literacy team, ensuring all initiatives align with statutory requirements and OSDE policies while proactively adapting to evolving educational regulations. In this role, the specialist provides visionary direction, guiding the design and implementation of literacy projects that elevate reading instruction and inspire team excellence. They establish rigorous monitoring and evaluation systems, using data‑driven insights to assess project impact and drive continuous improvement.

The specialist also champions professional development, coordinating meaningful learning opportunities that strengthen educators’ skills and promote current best practices in reading instruction. Through strong collaboration and partnership‑building, they cultivate productive relationships with educators, administrators, district leaders, and community organizations to support reading sufficiency across the state. Additionally, the Dyslexia Specialist ensures transparent and effective reporting and communication, regularly updating leadership and stakeholders on progress, milestones, challenges, and successes to maintain engagement and accountability.

Please note: this role is 90% field with required travel to assigned coaching schools with occasional travel for statewide professional development and to the State Department of Education for team meetings.

• bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Literacy, or a related field [official transcripts required upon hire].
• five (5) years of successful literacy instruction experience (primarily elementary/early childhood) OR
• Master’s degree in education and three (3) years of successful literacy instruction experience.
• Valid Oklahoma teaching certificate.
• Completion of 30+ hours of literacy training based on the science of reading (e.g., LETRS, AIM Pathways, IMSE).
• Pass the Oklahoma Foundations of Reading test within 6 months of hire date.

• Master’s degree in literacy, education, or National Board Certification [official transcripts required upon hire].
• Additional endorsements or certifications such as certified structured literacy dyslexia specialist, CALP, CALT, or KPEERI.
• Experience with literacy data analysis, structured literacy interventions, and multi‑tiered system of supports (MTSS).
• Familiarity with the Strong Readers Act.
• Proficient in utilizing online platforms for effective communication and data management.
• Previously retired educator with evidence of being a highly effective elementary school teacher based on student reading scores on the statewide English Language Arts assessment or teacher evaluations.
• History of providing professional development, mentorship, or coaching to other professionals.

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Successful completion of a pre‑employment background check.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license from a U.S. state or territory to perform necessary job‑related travel.

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