Program Specialist, Literacy - Elementary
Summary
The Program Specialist for Literacy is responsible for assisting the Director of Literacy K-5 in planning for and training all Elementary Instructional Coaches, Curriculum Support Teachers, and teachers in the implementation of evidence-based instructional practices aligned to the Science of Reading to support the effective teaching of K-5 standards in all schools.
Essential Duties
- Assists schools in determining the level of implementation of literacy with a focus on foundational literacy skills and explicit reading instruction
- Assists administrators in supporting, training, and coaching teachers and staff in literacy practices aligned to the Science of Reading
- Designs and delivers training to administrators/teachers in providing feedback to students to improve instruction delivery
- Identifies resources and supports teachers with differentiation to meet all students’ needs in literacy
- Provides individual assistance to schools experiencing difficulties in the areas of phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension
- Works in collaboration with other departments and areas to maximize teacher effectiveness as it relates to the literacy instruction in schools
- Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator
Required Education
Certification/Licensure
Experience Qualifications
Minimum of three years successful classroom teaching experience required; Three years supervisory experience preferred; Prior experience with standards-based instruction, teaching of reading using evidence-based practices aligned to the Science of Reading, and professional staff development required; Experience working within a large, complex organization preferred
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Detailed knowledge and experience with standards-based instruction and assessment best practice
- Detailed knowledge of the Pillars of Reading and the Science of Reading
- Experience with curriculum development
- Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners across multiple disciplines and levels
- Demonstrated knowledge in differentiation and meeting the needs of varied learners
- Ability to plan and implement short and long-range goals and objectives
- Ability to work with collaborative teams
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent interpersonal skills needed to work effectively with administrators, staff, and community members
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
Working Conditions
- Normal office environment
- Will require travel between schools
Physical Demands
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. occasionally
- Routine physical activity associated with normal office environment
Nearest Major Market: Atlanta