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Position Overview

IMSA North is seeking an experienced educator who is passionate about literacy instruction and interested in developing into a Literacy Coach through the Indiana Literacy Cadre.

The successful candidate does not need previous experience as a literacy or instructional coach. We are looking for a strong educator who meets the required qualifications, demonstrates knowledge of effective literacy instruction, works well with other educators, and is eager to participate in the professional learning, training, and coaching necessary to grow into this leadership role.

The Literacy Coach will work alongside teachers and school leaders to strengthen literacy instruction, support implementation of practices grounded in the Science of Reading, analyze student data, and improve literacy outcomes for students.

The selected candidate must meet Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) requirements and is subject to final approval by IDOE.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must:

• Hold at least a bachelor's degree.
• Hold a valid Professional Indiana Teacher's License.
• Have obtained the Early Literacy Endorsement.
• Have a minimum of five years of teaching experience.
• Demonstrate knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices grounded in the Science of Reading.
• Demonstrate strong classroom instructional practices and a commitment to improving student literacy achievement.
• Be willing to develop their skills in literacy and instructional coaching through the Indiana Literacy Cadre.
• Be willing to participate in all required training, professional development, coaching, and Communities of Practice.
• Demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, organization, and relationship-building skills.

Key Responsibilities Develop as a Literacy Coach

• Participate fully in training and professional learning provided through the Indiana Literacy Cadre.
• Develop skills in observing instruction, providing feedback, modeling lessons, co-planning, and supporting teacher reflection.
• Participate in a monthly Community of Practice and other required professional learning.
• Work closely with school administration and Cadre partners to continuously develop coaching knowledge and skills.
• Apply new learning directly to coaching and instructional support within the school.

Support Teachers and Instruction

• Develop positive, collaborative relationships with teachers.
• Support teachers in implementing evidence-based literacy practices grounded in the Science of Reading.
• Assist teachers with planning and implementing effective literacy lessons.
• Model instructional practices and strategies when appropriate.
• Participate in classroom observations, coaching conversations, and instructional planning.
• Help teachers identify instructional strengths and areas for continued growth.
• Support teachers across grade levels based on identified student and instructional needs.

Curriculum and Science of Reading

• Support implementation of IMSA North's core literacy curriculum.
• Help ensure literacy instruction is aligned with the Science of Reading.
• Support instruction in phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and oral language.
• Help teachers identify and respond to student literacy needs.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, interventionists, special education staff, and multilingual learner staff to strengthen literacy instruction for all students.

Assessment and Student Data

• Support the administration and use of Acadience Reading K–6 three times per year.
• Help teachers analyze literacy assessment results and identify areas of student need.
• Participate in grade-level and schoolwide data meetings.
• Assist teachers in using data to plan instruction, interventions, and student supports.
• Monitor literacy progress and help identify instructional trends throughout the school year.

Professional Learning and Collaboration

• Work with school administration to complete the required literacy needs assessment.
• Help identify professional learning needs based on student data and classroom practices.
• Assist with developing and implementing the school's literacy professional development calendar.
• Participate in and eventually help facilitate PLCs, grade-level meetings, and professional learning opportunities.
• Collaborate regularly with administrators and instructional staff regarding literacy goals, progress, and areas requiring additional support.

Who We Are Looking For

This opportunity may be an excellent fit for an experienced classroom teacher who is ready for the next step in instructional leadership.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Is passionate about teaching children to read.
• Is respected as a strong classroom educator.
• Enjoys collaborating with and supporting other teachers.
• Is open to feedback and committed to their own professional growth.
• Is comfortable learning alongside others.
• Can build trusting relationships with teachers.
• Is interested in developing leadership skills without moving away from teaching and learning.
• Believes that strong instruction and effective coaching can improve outcomes for all students.

Previous literacy coaching experience is not required. IMSA North is seeking the right educator to participate in the Indiana Literacy Cadre and develop the knowledge and skills necessary to become an effective Literacy Coach.

Program Requirements

Because this position is connected to the Indiana Literacy Cadre and Science of Reading grant, the selected candidate will be expected to participate fully in all required coaching, professional learning, Communities of Practice, data collection, and program activities.

Final selection of the Literacy Coach is subject to approval by the Indiana Department of Education.