Mwta Bulletin #47 Literacy Specialist District Wide

ANTICIPATED JOB POSTING 2026-2027

MWTA - BULLETIN #47 - LITERACY SPECIALIST - DISTRICT WIDE

Monroe-Woodbury Central School District is committed to academic achievement and success for all students in a safe partnership with families and our community the districts mission is to promote confidence inspire a passion for learning and to prepare students to become responsible global citizens.

The Monroe-Woodbury Central School District is seeking a dynamic Literacy Instructional Specialist to lead our K-5 ELA initiatives. This individual will serve as an expert in literacy development providing high-level support to general education teachers special education providers and Reading Academic Intervention Services (AIS) teachers.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have NYS Literacy certification Gr. K-5
• Science of reading credential preferred
• Orton Gillingham/Wilson certification preferred
• Must meet NYSED Fingerprinting requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrated instructional leadership including experience providing professional development and staff training in the Science of Reading
• Strong understanding of and ability to contribute to the MTSS framework including Tier 1 Tier 2 and Tier 3 instructional strategies
• Experience using data to inform instructional decisions and drive student outcomes
• Experience with curriculum development implementation and alignment
• The ideal candidate is deeply committed to the research behind the Science of Reading and possesses the ability to translate complex research into actionable high-impact classroom instruction.
• Provide ongoing professional development and in-class support. This includes modeling evidence-based lessons co-planning and assessments.
• Lead the implementation of research-based literacy practices rooted in the Science of Reading (phonemic awareness phonics fluency vocabulary and comprehension).
• Assist teachers in designing and implementing robust Tier 1 interventions and progress monitoring within the core classroom. Support staff in managing progress monitoring data to ensure intervention efficacy across all tiers.
• Facilitate collaborative data meetings focused on error analysis of student work and summative assessment data to diagnose literacy gaps and inform small-group instruction.
• Ensure all instruction aligns with the Next Generation ELA Learning Standards. Provide specialized support in the implementation and optimization of the HMH curriculum.
• Design and facilitate district-wide professional development ensuring that sessions are followed by meaningful sustained in-class support.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• A thorough understanding of the Science of Reading and how it applies to both foundational skills and advanced literacy.
• Proven ability to provide professional development and follow-up support that results in measurable changes in teacher practice.
• Skilled in analyzing various literacy assessments to drive instructional pivots and tiered support.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong supportive professional relationships with diverse staff members.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple school schedules and prioritize district-wide literacy goals.
• Knowledge of HMH literacy programs is preferred.

EFFECTIVE:September 01 2026