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How much do literacy director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for literacy director in Colorado is $72,670.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,065.00 and $94,133.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a literacy director?

A Literacy Director is responsible for overseeing literacy programs, curriculum development, and instructional strategies to improve reading and writing skills. They work with educators, schools, and community organizations to implement effective literacy initiatives. Their role includes training teachers, assessing literacy outcomes, and ensuring compliance with educational standards.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a literacy director?

As a Literacy Director, your daily tasks often include overseeing curriculum planning, supporting literacy coaches and teachers, analyzing student performance data, and ensuring programs comply with educational standards. You might coordinate professional development sessions, manage literacy intervention strategies, and collaborate closely with school administrators and community partners. Regular meetings, classroom observations, and reporting on program effectiveness are also common aspects of the role. This multifaceted position combines strategic planning with hands-on leadership to drive literacy achievement across the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the literacy director position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Literacy Director, you need expertise in literacy education, curriculum development, and program management, typically paired with a relevant degree and substantial teaching or administrative experience. Familiarity with assessment tools, data analysis platforms, and literacy intervention programs is essential. Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills are critical soft skills for guiding teams and engaging diverse stakeholders. These competencies enable effective implementation of literacy initiatives and foster measurable improvements in educational outcomes.

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Infographic showing various Literacy Director job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,670 per year, or $34.9 per hour.

Literacy Coach - Palmer Lake Elementary School

Lewis-Palmer School District 38

Palmer Lake, CO • On-site

$44K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Position Type:
Learning Services/District Literacy Coach
Date Posted:
6/24/2026
Location:
Palmer Lake Elementary School
Date Available:
26-27 School Year
Lewis-Palmer School District 38, located in Monument, CO, is looking for a Literacy Coach at Palmer Lake Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a grant funded position and the grant is estimated to last for 4 years. The Coach will be a member of the Education Services Department, and will provide high-quality instructional support, working closely with building administration and teachers. The Literacy Coach supports literacy instruction across grades K-3, with a particular emphasis on providing job-embedded professional learning aligned to Science Based Reading Research (SBRR). The Coach supports the district's professional learning model by demonstrating lessons, observing classroom instruction, and providing supportive one-on-one coaching to teachers. The Coach, together with administrators and reading teachers, special education teachers, and classroom teachers, looks at student work and designs standards-based high-quality instruction. The Coach assists educators in interpreting reading assessment data, implementing READ Plans and MTSS interventions, and differentiating literacy instruction to meet the needs of individual students and small groups.
Must have, or be eligible to obtain a Colorado teaching license with appropriate endorsement. Must have a minimum of 5 years of successful classroom teaching experience and a strong ability to analyze student data, facilitate adult learning, and support continuous instructional improvement. A Master's Degree in Reading/Literacy or Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field is preferred. Demonstrated expertise in Literacy instruction and instructional coaching with knowledge of evidence-based literacy practices, intervention programs, assessments systems, READ Act requirements, and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) is preferred.
Exact placement on the pay schedule will be determined by the Director of Human Resources upon contracting. As a guideline, we offer up to 18 years of previous contractual teaching experience for a placement of Step 19, per school board policy. This pay range is based on education and experience levels with a range of $44,550 - $75,279. The current teacher pay schedule can be found on our website.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and this position will remain open until filled. In order to be considered for this position, you must complete the online application. To learn more about the position please reference the attached job description.
All employees are eligible for participation in the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Account, PERA. Full-time employees, employed at least thirty hours per week, of Lewis-Palmer School District are eligible for health insurance plans that include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. The employees may choose from a selection of plans that include coverage additional options for individuals, employee plus spouse, employee plus children, and family plans. Paid leave is accrued in accordance with District policies and afforded to all persons in accordance with Colorado law.
Lewis-Palmer School District does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, family composition, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment or any programs or activities based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Harassment, if it rises to the level described in state law, is a prohibited form of discrimination. Compliance Coordinator: Alicia Welch Title IX Compliance Officer, 146 N. Jefferson Street PO Box 40, Monument, CO 80132, (719) 488-4700, or email ComplianceCoordinator@lewispalmer.org
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  • Literacy Coach-- Early Literacy Grant (1).docx

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