[Hiring] Elementary Literacy Coach @Stride, Inc.

Role Description

The Elementary (K-2) Literacy Coach is a school-based reading/literacy coach who works directly with teachers to bring about improvements in the classrooms that impact student achievement in literacy. The work of the reading/literacy coach is shaped by evidence-based research, content knowledge, and knowledge of appropriate reading strategies to enhance learning.

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

Essential Functions:

• Model effective instructional strategies for teachers by working weekly with students in whole, and small groups, or individually;
• Facilitate study groups;
• Train teachers in data analysis and using data to differentiate instruction;
• Coaching and mentoring colleagues;
• Work with teachers to ensure that research-based reading programs are implemented with fidelity;
• Work with all teachers (including content area and elective areas) at the school they serve, and help prioritize time for those teachers, activities, and roles that will have the greatest impact on student achievement, namely coaching and mentoring in the classrooms;
• Help lead and support leadership teams.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree or higher and Elementary teaching certification
• Elementary teaching experience
• Master’s in reading or equivalent, LETRS training
• Ability to travel 20% of the time
• Ability to clear required background check

Benefits

Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.

Company Description

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace.

The mission of Highpoint Virtual Academy of Michigan (HVAM) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community.