Reading Teacher Coach Specialist- Part-time; Western Region NE

Reading Teacher Coach Specialist (Part‑Time)

Part‑time position (0.50 FTE) working on the Nebraska Workshops on Reading Development Strategies ( WORDS ) Project, a program funded by the Nebraska Department of Education and Institute of Education Sciences.

• Serve as an active member of the WORDS project.
• Conduct reading observations and evaluate reading instruction in schools across the state.
• Provide consultation, training, and on‑site implementation support services to school districts.
• Provide reading professional development opportunities for school district and ESU staff and community professionals.
• Work closely with the Reading Teacher Coach Lead to ensure all WORDS activities align with broader WORDS project goals.
• Work closely with WORDS Reading Teacher Coach Lead to tailor training and supports to individual school needs.
• Maintain the WORDS Resource Library with current publications related to the field of continuous improvement.
• Stay informed of evidence‑based instructional materials, strategies, interventions, assessments, and technology for improved reading outcomes for all students.
• Be aware of new research and best practices around reading within Multi‑tiered Systems of Support.
• Maintain a database of all contacts and training and supports provided.
• Contribute to the enhancement of the WORDS Website.
• Participate in ongoing professional learning opportunities at the state and national level.
• Work involves travel to schools, but some work can be done remotely and through virtual conferencing.

• Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, child development, or a related field plus at least three (3) years’ experience working in a school district and/or working with educators and families on reading development.
• Must possess independent problem‑solving skills and excellent communication and customer/client service skills.
• Must be detail‑oriented and highly organized.
• Must have the ability to use word‑processing, database, and presentation software; work independently and collaboratively in a team environment; and keep accurate records.
• Possess knowledge of Nebraska school systems.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred candidates will have 5-10 years of experience teaching reading in grades K‑3.

Pre‑placement driving record review required; valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements. Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre‑employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. Physical requirement:
No. Criminal history background check required:
Yes.

Type:
Part‑time (0.50 FTE) – Flexibly arranged with work from a home office as needed.

Location:

Chadron, NE and other western Nebraska schools as required. Status:
Open until filled (grants).

As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation.
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