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Lamar County Schools

Literacy Coach 49%

Barnesville, GA · On-site

$48K - $62K/yr

Duties and Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Principal, the Literacy Coach will carry out the following duties: Coaching educators using nonevaluative, evidence-based practices, including ...

Ledyard School District

District Literacy Coach

Ledyard, CT · On-site

$49K - $64K/yr

As an Elementary Literacy Coach, you will have the opportunity to work collaboratively to deepen the knowledge, skill, and ability of teachers to refine their instructional practices. The successful ...

Brevard Public Schools

Literacy Coach Elementary

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$47K - $62K/yr

LITERACY COACH ELEMENTARY Subtitle/Areas: Applicants must be in the district • s literacy coach pool. Apply By: 05/27/2027 Date Available: 08/03/2026 Status: All Applicants Contract: 10 Month Hours ...

Brevard Public Schools

Literacy Coach Middle

Palm Bay, FL · On-site

$44K - $57K/yr

LITERACY COACH MIDDLE Subtitle/Areas: Applicants must be in the district • s literacy coach pool. Apply By: 05/01/2027 Date Available: 08/03/2026 Status: All Applicants Contract: 10 Month Hours/Day ...

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How much do literacy coaches jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for literacy coaches in the United States is $61,538.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,500.00 and $67,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a literacy coach do?

A literacy coach supports teachers and students by providing instruction strategies, professional development, and resources to improve reading and writing skills. They often analyze student data, model effective teaching practices, and may hold certifications in education or literacy. Their goal is to enhance literacy outcomes within schools or educational programs.

What is the difference between Literacy Coaches vs Reading Specialists?

AspectLiteracy CoachesReading Specialists
CredentialsTeaching certification, literacy endorsementsTeaching certification, literacy endorsements, often additional reading certifications
Work EnvironmentSupport teachers in classrooms, professional developmentDirect instruction with students, assessment, and intervention
Employer & IndustrySchools, districts, educational organizationsSchools, special education programs, districts

Literacy Coaches primarily support teachers through professional development and coaching, while Reading Specialists work directly with students to improve reading skills. Both roles require similar certifications and are found in educational settings, but their focus differs: one on teacher support, the other on student intervention.

How do you become a literacy coach?

To become a literacy coach, individuals typically need a bachelor's degree in education or a related field, along with teaching experience and a valid teaching certification. Many positions also require a master's degree in education or literacy, and some employers prefer candidates with specialized training in literacy instruction or coaching skills. Gaining experience as a classroom teacher and developing strong communication and leadership skills are important steps in qualifying for a literacy coach role.
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Infographic showing various Literacy Coaches job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,538 per year, or $29.6 per hour.

Literacy Coach 49%

Lamar County Schools

Barnesville, GA • On-site

$48K - $62K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Principal, the Literacy Coach will carry out the following duties:

Coaching educators using nonevaluative, evidence-based practices, including modeling instruction, analyzing instructional practice and data, providing actionable feedback, and delivering side-by-side classroom support; 

Collaborating with the school principal to create a strategic plan for literacy coaching; 

Spending no less than 70 percent of the school day in classrooms working directly with students and teachers; 

Prioritizing time for those teachers, activities, and roles that will have the greatest impact on student reading achievement, such as coaching and mentoring in classrooms; 

Analyzing student data, including screening, diagnostic, and progress monitoring data, to inform instruction, grouping, and intervention within a multi-tiered system of supports framework; 

Synthesizing student performance data and educator practice data to establish coaching goals and design targeted, needs-based support for educators; 

Supporting the implementation and monitoring of evidence-based literacy curricula and instructional materials with fidelity, ensuring alignment to the science of reading; 

Demonstrating competency through approved, periodic, practice-based assessment that verifies his or her ability to apply the science of reading, learning science, and instructional science to deliver explicit, systematic, evidence-based literacy instruction directly with students. 

Minimum Requirements

Valid Georgia teaching or service certificate at the Bachelor's level or higher.

Minimum of five years of successful classroom teaching or literacy intervention experience at assigned grade levels.

A knowledge of scientifically based ready research, special expertise in quality reading instruction and intervention, dyslexia specific interventions, and data analysis.

Be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, sit, climb and lift items of approximately 20 pounds throughout the workday.

Salary

In accordance with the approved salary scale

A standard evaluation instrument is used for each employee.



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