Literacy Specialist

Grand Rapids, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Summary:

The DK-6 Literacy Specialist is responsible for providing expert guidance and support in literacy instruction for students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. This role involves collaborating with teachers administrators and families to ensure the development of essential reading writing speaking and listening skills in young learners. The DK-6 Literacy Specialist designs and delivers targeted interventions assesses student progress and provides professional development to educators to enhance literacy instruction across the curriculum.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Education Literacy or related field (Masters degree preferred).
Valid teaching license/certification.
Extensive experience in literacy instruction at the elementary level.
Knowledge of literacy assessment tools and data analysis methods.
Strong understanding of literacy development and instructional strategies.
Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers administrators and families.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience providing professional development and coaching to educators.
Commitment to equity and culturally responsive teaching practices.
Ability to adapt instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters degree in Education Literacy or related field.
Certification as a Reading Specialist or Literacy Coach.
Experience working with diverse student populations including English language learners and students with disabilities.
Knowledge of educational technology tools for literacy instruction.
Experience developing and implementing school-wide literacy initiatives.
Membership in professional organizations related to literacy education.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct assessments to identify students literacy strengths and areas for growth.
Develop and implement differentiated literacy instruction plans based on student needs and learning styles.
Provide individual or small-group interventions to support struggling readers and writers.
Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate literacy skills into content areas.
Select and adapt instructional materials and resources to meet the diverse needs of students.
Monitor and analyze student progress data to inform instructional decision-making.
Provide ongoing professional development and coaching to teachers on effective literacy instructional strategies.
Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers to share student progress and provide resources for literacy support at home.
Stay current on research and best practices in literacy instruction including but not limited to the K-12 State of Michigan Literacy and Dyslexia Law.
Advocate for policies and practices that promote literacy achievement for all students.

This job description outlines the responsibilities and qualifications for a DK-6 Literacy Specialist emphasizing the importance of expertise in literacy instruction and collaboration with stakeholders to support student success.

Terms:

This position follows the terms and benefits outlined in the Northview Education Association Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
Evaluated by the Building Principal.
Posted Until Filled

Required Experience:

Job Summary:The DK-6 Literacy Specialist is responsible for providing expert guidance and support in literacy instruction for students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. This role involves collaborating with teachers administrators and families to ensure the development of essential reading ...