Literacy Specialist Teacher - Northborough

Literacy Specialist Teacher - Northborough

Starting Date: Aug 27, 2026

The Public Schools of Northborough‑Southborough hire a Literacy Specialist Teacher to manage school wide assessment administration, facilitate data analysis, deliver evidence‑based interventions to small groups, and provide on‑site instructional support and professional development to teachers in implementing Tier 1 curricula and Tier 2 evidence‑based interventions. The role provides leadership in continuous improvement of ELA teaching and learning and contributes to district wide ELA committee work.

• Master’s degree in education
• Valid DESE Reading license and SEI endorsement
• Minimum of 5 years of successful classroom ELA teaching experience and/or successful literacy intervention teaching experience
• Experience leading professional development or instructional coaching
• Strong knowledge of ELA standards and evidence‑based early literacy practices (as detailed in Mass Literacy)
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and facilitation skills

• Assess students to determine appropriate interventions within the district’s MTSS
• Provide literacy intervention to identified students, in small groups and one‑on‑one
• Support teachers across the district in implementing curriculum in foundational skills and language comprehension.
• Collaborate with teachers to plan, model, and co‑teach effective ELA lessons
• Facilitate professional learning communities focused on curriculum implementation, instructional strategies, and data analysis
• Support teachers in analyzing student work and formative and summative data to inform instructional decisions
• Engage with teachers in non‑evaluative, systematic coaching cycles to improve instructional practices
• Lead or support district and school‑wide literacy initiatives aligned with district, school and PRISM 1 goals
• Function on the district wide team of literacy specialist teachers
• Organize, develop, and deliver professional development aligned with district goals and teacher and student needs
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and community members, including participation in parent conferences as needed
• Organize, develop, and deliver community engagement events focused on literacy
• Stay current on research in literacy education, learning theory, adult learning, and instructional coaching
• Maintain an organized system and accessible location for the storage and circulation of reading and writing materials. Maintain a comprehensive inventory of ELA instructional materials and resources.
• Regular and on‑time attendance is required
• Other tasks as directed by the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning or designee

Work is generally performed in a school environment during the school day; after‑school meetings may also occur.

Physical Requirements: The teacher is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk and hear; regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel; occasionally required to lift/move objects up to 25 lb. Vision and hearing to a correctable level required. Must have sufficient mobility to navigate a large school building.

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Northborough‑Southborough Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or any other class protected by law. The district places a high value on recruiting a diverse staff. Any individual needing assistance in applying for an opening should contact the district human resources office.

Job : 5803632 |
Position Type: Full‑Time |
Salary: $65 000 to $90 000 per year |
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled |
Posted: Jun 25 2026