P270421 Elementary WV Impact Literacy Coach

Openings as of 28 May 2026

P270421 Elementary WV Impact Literacy Coach – Job

Position Type:
Elementary Teaching

Location:

Upshur County Schools, Buckhannon, West Virginia

Posting Date: 26 May 2026 | Closing Date: 02 June 2026

Immediate Supervisor:
Principal / Director of Federal Programs

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Employment Term:
Minimum 210 days annually, grant funded for 2026‑2027 and 2027‑2028 school years

Salary:
Commensurate with experience and education level, per WV Code 18A‑4‑2 and Upshur County Teacher Salary Schedule

Evaluation:
Performance evaluated by building principal / immediate supervisor, following WV State Code, Board Policy 5310, and UCBOE Policy 5010

Provide support for teachers in the implementation of evidence‑based literacy and/or numeracy practices and deliver instructional coaching, mentoring, modeling, and training to classroom teachers.

• Knowledge of K‑5 West Virginia College and Career Readiness Standards for ELA
• Maintain data collection and documentation of teacher support
• Follow duties set in consultation with WVDE
• Follow WVDE monitoring protocols for initiative implementation
• Facilitate meetings with teachers, principals, and Curriculum Director
• Provide instructional support to teachers
• Facilitate or participate in Professional Learning Communities
• Support teachers in implementing evidence‑based literacy practices
• Model and co‑teach high‑yield strategies
• Support collaborative planning with teachers
• Analyze instructional and student data with teachers
• Collaborate with principals to strengthen Tier I instruction
• Conduct classroom walkthroughs with constructive feedback
• Provide targeted professional development (grant‑based or school‑wide)
• Collaborate with other professional staff to enhance instruction
• Meet professional responsibilities
• Maintain professional work habits and adhere to the Teacher Code of Conduct
• Participate in professional development related to the position

Valid teaching certificate and licensing for the specified specializations and grade levels, pursuant to WV Code §18A‑3‑2, and a criminal background check per WV Code §18‑5‑15c and/or §18A‑3‑10. Meet the qualifications outlined in WV Code §18A‑3‑2a.

• LETRS trained or currently enrolled at the time of application (for Literacy Coach position)
• Knowledge of K‑5 WVCCR Standards
• Master's degree preferred
• Instructional Coaching experience preferred
• PAX Partner
• Knowledge of MTSS framework
• Minimum of five (5) successful years of K‑5 teaching experience required
• Fully certified K‑6 Elementary Teacher at the time of application
• Experience facilitating student‑centered coaching cycles
• Experience with school‑level data collection and accountability for grant reporting
• Experience in supporting adult learners
• Ability to attend mandatory position trainings in Charleston

• Application
• Current Transcripts (if applicable)
• Copy of West Virginia Certifications (if available/applicable)
• Resume including references
• Copies of past two (2) evaluations (if applicable)

As required by federal laws and regulations, the Upshur County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, handicapping condition, or national origin in employment or in its educational programs and activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Upshur County Board of Education, 102 Smithfield Street, Buckhannon, West Virginia 26201, phone no.

304‑472‑5480; or to the Section 504 Coordinator, Upshur County Board of Education, 102 Smithfield Street, Buckhannon, West Virginia, 26201, phone no. 304‑472‑5480; to the State Elimination of Sex Discrimination Project Coordinator, phone no. 304‑558‑7867; or to the U.S. Department of Education's Director of the Office for Civil Rights, phone no. (215) 596‑6795.