School Based State Literacy Coaches
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Job Location:
Annapolis, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college andcareer success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from ourdivisions we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs ofa diverse population students teachers principals and other educatorsthroughout Maryland.
GRADE
StateSalary: $47 - $53 per hour (or Equivalent to LEA salary)
LOCATION OF POSITION
Various Maryland County Public Schools - Please indicate on your application each county in which you are willing to work.
*SelectedStaff will be eligible for travel reimbursement in accordance with State of Maryland policies.*
Main Purpose of Job
These School-Based Literacy Coach positions will serve a criticalrole in improving K-3 reading achievement by providing non-evaluative job-embeddedinstructional coaching grounded in the Science of Reading using high-quality instructional materials (HQIM). TheLiteracyCoaches will be responsible for supporting theimplementation of evidence-based practices and the internalization of HQIM.
The Literacy Coaches support the implementation of MarylandsComprehensive PreK-3 Policy by promoting coherent literacy instruction acrossgrade levels strengthening Tier I reading instruction and help teachers tointernalize units and lessons aligned to evidence-based literacy practices. Finallythese positions will advance the Maryland State Department of EducationStrategic Plan Objective 3 by leading improvements in early literacyproficiency through recurring coaching cycles targeted feedback data-driven instructional decision making andprofessional learning aligned to state literacy priorities.
POSITION DUTIES
- Lead teachers through individual literacy coaching cycles.
- Provides non-evaluative job-embedded coaching to strengthen reading instruction aligned to the Science of Reading and Marylands Comprehensive PreK-3 Policy (i.e. writing SRIPs delivering screeners etc.).
- Supports teachers in delivering systematic explicit foundational skills instruction including phonemic awareness phonics fluency vocabulary and comprehension.
- Models structured literacy practices through co-teaching lesson modeling and elbow coaching and conducts observations focused on reading instruction and provide targeted literacy specific feedback.
- Guides and supports teachers in implementing high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) for reading and in administering and interpreting early literacy screeners and diagnostics to select appropriate interventions.
- Delivers professional learning aligned to the Science of Reading structured literacy and HQIM implementation.
- Provides training for teachers on using literacy assessment data to make instructional decisions within an MTSS literacy framework and facilitates professional learning on evidence-based interventions structured literacy instruction academic routines and procedures text complexity and metacognition.
- Builds teacher capacity to deliver coherent literacy instruction across grade-levels aligned to Marylands Comprehensive PreK-3 policy the Ready to Read Act and COMAR 13A.03.08 Students At-Risk for Reading Difficulty.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:AMasters degree or the equivalent of 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureatecourse work from an accredited college or university.
Experience:Four years of administrative or teaching experience in oraffiliated with Literacy Reading and/orrelated programs in prekindergarten through 12 settings.
Notes:
- Candidates may substitute two additional years of experience directly related to the position option for the required education.
- Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to the position option for one year of the required experience.
- The required field of education and experience are unique for each option and are established by MSDE in accordance with Education Article Section 2-104 of the Annotated Code of specific education and experience qualifications for each position are on record in the Human Resource Management Branch of the Division of Business Services.
- Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Education Program classifications or Education Program specialty codes in the Education field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferencewill be given to applicantswho possess the following preferredqualification(s).Include clear and specific information on yourapplication regardingyour qualifications.
- Active teacher certification in any state with experience as a classroom teacher.
- Experience supervising and/or coaching professional education staff.
- Experience with the Science of Reading Structured Literacy associated HQIM and PreK-3 learning theory and various approaches to instructional coaching.
- Experience working with K-3 reading achievement and Marylands Comprehensive PreK-3 Policy
- Experience implementing curriculum and evidence-based instructional practices in English Language Arts and literacy.
- Experience with high impact coaching methods and developing and facilitating professional learning focused on research-based practices and evidence-based interventions including professional learning cycles and the MSDE coaching model.
- Experience delivering data-driven literacy instruction that meets the needs of diverse learners.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must consent to State andFBI (CJIS) background check as a routine procedure for all employees.
Thisposition requires travel throughout the State of Maryland and throughoutdesignated Counties to support teachers within individual school(s) and overseethe effective implementation of Literacy initiatives
SELECTION PROCESS
Pleasemake sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to showthat you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All informationconcerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified Better Qualified orQualified. The resulting list of qualified candidates will be in effect for atleast one year.
BENEFITS
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS(only if hired asMSDE Contract)
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Benefits will be provided by theselected applicants current employing Local School System.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Applicantsmust complete the MD State Government online application for employment submit their professional resume -AND-submit evidence of the successful completion of a Science of Reading training.The application and resume must clearly demonstrate that the applicantsatisfies the minimum qualifications for the position. Applications must becomplete to be considered including all related job duties even if those arealso listed on an attached resume. Additional required materials may be uploadedwith the online applicationEB1submitted to the fax number or mailed to the address listed.
If you areunable to apply online paper applications can be obtained from the link belowand be faxed to or mailed to MSDE Office of Human Resources 200W. Baltimore Street Baltimore MD 21201. If there is a supplementalquestionnaire this must be completed and sent in with your paper will not be accepted.
Inquiriescan be made to TDD . Appropriate accommodations canbe made for individuals with disabilities. If you have difficulty with youruser account or have general questions about this online application systemplease contact the MD Department of Budget and Management Recruitment andExamination Division at . TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.
Proof ofeligibility to work is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform andControl Act. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements forthis position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.
As an equalopportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting retaining andpromoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity. Individualswith disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thankour Veterans for their service to our country.
All application materials must bereceived in our office by the Closing Date.
Appropriate accommodations forindividuals with disabilities are available upon request.
