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Aspire Public Schools

Literacy Coach

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$55K - $72K/yr

JOB SUMMARY The Literacy Coach serves as a resource to improve reading achievement and disrupt ... Works closely with the principal to identify needed resources (i.e. consultants, curriculum ...

Darien Public Schools

Literacy Coaches

Darien, CT · On-site

$5.2K/mo

LITERACY COACHES - 5 Positions A literacy coach is an instructional leader who improves student ... Reading and Language Arts Consultant, K-12 (#097); Remedial Reading and Remedial Language Arts, 112 ...

Children's Home Network

Literacy Specialist

Tampa, FL · On-site

Involves a broad range of training and development activities, assessment skills, and consultation ... about child's reading deficiencies in order to help implement a plan for literacy support. 3. ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for reading literacy consultant in the United States is $89,999.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $95,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Reading Literacy Consultant is an education specialist who helps schools, teachers, and organizations improve reading and literacy instruction. They assess current literacy programs, recommend effective teaching strategies, and provide professional development for educators. Their goal is to enhance reading comprehension and literacy skills among students by implementing research-based practices. They may also work with curriculum development and intervention strategies for struggling readers.

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To thrive as a Reading Literacy Consultant, you need a strong background in literacy education, curriculum development, and instructional coaching, typically supported by a teaching degree, literacy specialist certification, or related experience. Familiarity with assessment tools, intervention programs, and digital literacy platforms is often required. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills help consultants support and motivate educators and students alike. These skills ensure consultants can effectively analyze needs, implement solutions, and foster literacy growth across diverse learning environments.

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Literacy Coach (Grades K-8) - Itinerant (Home Base Literacy Department)

New Haven Public Schools

New Haven, CT • On-site

$51K - $67K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Position Type:
Certified Teacher/Instructional Coach - Literacy
Date Posted:
8/4/2026
Location:
Itinerant
REPORTS TO: Supervisor of Elementary Reading and Language Arts
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Supervisor of Elementary Reading and Language Arts, the Literacy Coach ensures students receive high-quality literacy instruction by providing teachers in a school building guidance, leadership, expertise and professional development through modeling lessons, observations and feedback sessions, data analysis, and more to improve student achievement. The Literacy Coach serves as the literacy content expert and provides support on curriculum, instruction, and assessment working closely with the administration in a school. The Literacy Coach takes a hands-on approach to improving instruction and effectiveness by working at various levels (classroom, school, district-wide) to directly support instruction, intervention, and English Language Development for all students, including students with disabilities and multilingual learners.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
School Leadership
  • Facilitates Professional Development Communities
  • Meets regularly with Administrators to discuss literacy practices, goals, and outcomes
  • Oversees and supports ongoing literacy assessments across all literacy classrooms
  • Collects data, analyzes data, and keeps comprehensive records on student progress to facilitate progress monitoring
  • Assesses and communicates classroom needs for instructional materials, and focused student support, to allocate resources and determine professional development and coaching needs
  • Communicates with Literacy Team on schoolwide literacy progress
  • Designs, presents, and facilitates adult learning experiences through ongoing, embedded, targeted professional development

Instructional Support
  • Assists administrators, teachers, and appropriate staff in effectively implementing the CSDE Language Arts and NHPS Literacy Curriculum Frameworks
  • Works cooperatively with teachers (inclusive of Special Education and Bilingual) to support literacy development and curriculum implementation
  • Develops and leads professional development (in various formats) to staff for improving literacy instruction on the 7 Components of Reading
  • Models exemplary lessons for teachers and provides assessment strategies for literacy development
  • Develops and supports reading intervention plans for at-risk students in the SRBI/RTI process
  • Teaches one intervention group daily
  • Assists teachers in effectively using educational technology for literacy instruction
  • Provides professional development and classroom support on lesson design and best practices for literacy
  • Utilizes best practice and knowledge of appropriate content and curriculum alignment to assist teachers in closing the achievement gap
  • Assist school professionals in interpreting student achievement data and designing approaches to improve instruction and student learning outcomes

Departmental Support
  • Works to stay current in best literacy practices
  • Collaborates closely with other Elementary Reading Personnel in school and district
  • Participates in all literacy programs and curriculum development activities
  • Attends all required meetings and training
  • Completes all required paperwork on schedule; IRP, Data Tracker, etc.
  • Performs other duties as required by the Supervisor

Family Support
  • Confers with parents, teachers, administrators, and other appropriate staff on all matters related to student achievement in literacy
  • Assists parents in improving home-school connection in literacy

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Five years of successful teaching experience
  • Knowledge of research-based curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices
  • Knowledge of Common Core and Smarter Balanced Assessment
  • Experience using instructional technology to support teaching and learning, curriculum development, staff training, and program and student accountability
  • Outstanding organizational skills and close attention to detail; outstanding written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to change quickly, and meet deadlines
  • Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative
  • Strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one's work
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills as it relates to instructional practice
  • Commitment to the belief that all students can learn, to educational equity, and the vision and mission of New Haven Public Schools

CERTIFICATION / ENDORSEMENT REQUIREMENTS:
• Valid teaching certification
• Remedial Reading and Remedial Language Arts 1-12(102) required, Reading Consultant Language Arts (097) preferred, or Reading Consultant K-8 (096)
Compensation/Benefits/Opportunities:
Local 933, New Haven Federation of Teachers
New Haven teachers are offered a variety of leadership development opportunities including but not limited to curriculum facilitator, teacher facilitator and the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute. Additional benefits include community support, special federal/state loan forgiveness, and home buyer programs.
To view Medical Benefit information, click here: https://www.newhavenct.gov/government/departments-divisions/human-resources/medical-benefits
Salary: (contingent on degree and years of experience)
26-27 School Year: $53,220 - $108,047
EVALUATION: Evaluated annually by the Supervisor of Elementary Reading and Language Arts or Supervisor of Secondary English Language Arts
NOTE: The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not be construed as a complete listing of all duties or a contract. In all cases, these relationships, functions, and applications are subject to change by the Superintendent of Schools.

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