Early Literacy Specialist
Listed on 2026-06-24
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration
Early Literacy Specialist
Jackson County Public Schools Central Office- BOE - Sylva, North Carolina. Open in Google Maps. This job is also posted in Jackson County Public Schools, and North Carolina School Jobs.
Job DetailsJob : 4036462
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: May 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $70,000 to $74,500 Per Year
Job DescriptionTERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Full Time;
Exempt Position; 40 hours per week; 12 month position
LOCATION: Graham County
REPORTS TO: Office of Early Learning Director
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in the education field to which assigned from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of five years of specifically related experience in public education with a demonstrated leadership experience;
- Master's degree in the education field to which assigned from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of three years of specifically related experience in public education with a demonstrated leadership experience;
- Successful completion of K-5 LETRS;
- Must live in or near the assigned district;
- Travel is required. Must obtain a valid NC Driver's License.
- Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws and policies related to the Excellent Public Schools Act and Early Education within the Preschool‑Grade 5 continuum;
- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence‑informed literacy professional development and practices aligned to the Science of Reading;
- Demonstrated knowledge of successfully delivering professional development virtually and in‑person;
- Demonstrated knowledge of formulating, planning, and managing multiple projects.
- Knowledge in data analysis processes relevant to early literacy with a specific focus on the statewide formal diagnostic reading assessment;
- Experience coaching adults in literacy and accurately communicating content.
Benefits Available.
Contact Information- Melissa Strickland, Communications Coordinator
- Email: melissa.strickland.gov
The Jackson County School System is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person in hiring, tenure, or promotion on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age or handicaps in any of its education or employment programs or activities. Assignments are made in accordance with the needs of the school system and are subject to change.
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