Literacy Coach

School-based Literacy Coach supports both teacher growth and student achievement.

Reports To: Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years teaching experience in an elementary school

Holds a bachelors degree or higher and the R2S Literacy Coach or Literacy Specialist Endorsement; OR

Holds a bachelors degree or higher and is actively pursuing the R2S Literacy Coach or Literacy Specialist Endorsement; OR

Holds a masters degree or higher in Reading or a closely related field and is actively pursuing the R2S Literacy Coach or Literacy Specialist Endorsement

Deep knowledge of South Carolina Teaching Standards Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of evidence-based reading research (LETRS UFLI) quality reading instruction and a depth of literacy knowledge;
Knowledge of effective instructional strategies to support subgroup achievement
Knowledge of School Reading Plans
Experience in Title 1 setting and/or diverse school community with evidence of impact
Knowledge of Montessori philosophy
Has knowledge of and the ability to apply adult learning theory within professional learning experiences; effectively communicates facilitates and collaborate
Has experience coaching and supporting adults and/or mentor certified
Ability to work collaboratively with the principal and instructional leadership team to align literacy practices with schoolwide goals
Experience with MTSS and supporting intervention at multiple tiers
Demonstrated ability to analyze data to inform instruction
Has experience in increasing student achievement in reading;
Has ability to integrate reading strategies into other content areas

Satisfactory background report

Salary Range:Teacher Salary Schedule for the 2025-2026 school year.

Length of Contract:190 days in accordance with the Rock Hill Schools adopted calendar. For the 2025-2026 school year the contract days will be pro-rated based on the approved start date.

Start Date:Determined by Human Resources

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must submit official college transcripts three professional references and a copy of the appropriate credentials as part of the application process.

PRE-ONBOARDING REQUIREMENTS:
As a condition of employment and prior to onboarding the district will conduct a criminal history background check. The recommended candidate will be required to provide personal information necessary to complete the background check such as date of birth gender and race to remain in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The district reserves the right to modify job postings and/or job descriptions at any time to meet organizational needs.

EEOC STATEMENT:Rock Hill Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.