Literacy Coach

Groves Learning Organization (GLO) is a nonprofit based in St. Louis Park Minnesota with a fifty-one-year history
of supporting students facing language-based learning challenges through a K-12 school and learning
2016 we expanded our reach with Groves Literacy Partnerships (GLP) aiming to address statewide literacy
disparities and improve accessibility. Throughout all divisions GLO is committed to our mission to build confidence
success and purpose through transformative learning experiences and our shared vision to redefine the way our
nation is taught one student one teacher and one school at a time.

In support of the GLO mission and vision Groves Literacy Partnerships (GLP) is working to democratize evidence-
based reading instruction to help students reach their full potential. Groves Literacy Partnerships (GLP) is a school

partnership model grounded in the science of reading research. We partner with public schools (district and
charter) independent schools and educators to provide and empower evidence-based reading instruction through
professional development and the Groves Literacy Framework. With a relentless literacy focus GLP works toward
the goal of helping every student be at or above grade level in reading. GLP aims to fundamentally change how
literacy is taught experienced and measured.

The Groves Method model includes 1) evidence-based grades K-3 general education comprehensive literacy
instruction 2) grades 4-12 intermediate intervention curriculum 3) science of reading-focused professional
development 4) personalized educator coaching and 5) outcomes-based data analysis tools. These elements
support the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) ensuring instructional fidelity and student progress. Currently
GLP collaborates with over one hundred schools statewide including independent public charter and public district
schools. Our collective outcomes show positive results with approximately 12000 Minnesota students making
progress in narrowing reading disparities.

A Groves Literacy Partnerships Literacy Coach plays a pivotal role in providing essential training professional
development and coaching to educators and school leaders ensuring mastery of the science of reading and
effective instructional practices. To excel in this position a coach must possess strong coaching skills including
expertise in the science of reading; effective communication; a collaborative approach; and supportive feedback
skills. Utilizing data such as student performance data and classroom observations is integral to identifying areas
for improvement providing support and tracking progress over time. Adaptability fostering respectful and trusting
relationships leadership and a commitment to continuous learning are also critical to a coachs success in this role.
The coachs primary focus is on supporting educators in learning the science of reading methods and achieving
fidelity to the Groves literacy framework model. Additionally a coach collaborates with school administrators and
teachers to facilitate systemic change support growth and maximize student progress. Furthermore a coach
actively engages as a member of their Groves coaching community collaborating with colleagues providing
recommendations for product improvements collecting data to address research questions and documenting
progress in operational systems.

This position reports to the GLP Coach Enablement Leader.

1. Partnership Development and Relationship Management: Work with administrators and teachers at
partner schools to ensure fidelity of programs and maximize student progress. As determined per
partnership develop or maintain curriculum and professional development credentials. Respond to
customer inquiries with accuracy in a timely manner. Communicate to leaders and subject matter experts
customer relationship needs. Use GLPs systems to log customer needs.
2. Collaboration: Collaborate with the Coach Enablement Leader and the broader GLP team to communicate
progress and challenges at partner schools.
3. Compliance and Regulation: Ensure compliance to all relevant laws and regulations including but not
limited to data privacy regulations.
4. Quality Assurance: Ensure fidelity of implementation of the Groves literacy framework within partner
organizations. Support and maintain the fidelity of the literacy program being delivered.
5. Performance Monitoring: Maintain accurate records for each organization. Participate in gathering
research data and observations for the purpose of answering key research questions
6. Continuous Improvement and Process Optimization: Document progress and challenges at partner
schools in GLP systems identifying opportunities and risks. Actively participate in product and program
enhancement and fix recommendations and/or development efforts as time allows. Actively engage and
discover the regular releases of new tools and content available through the Groves Method Portal.
7. Communications: Communicate effectively with internal GLO and GLP team members and external
partners including faculty staff leadership administration community members school leaders educators
and students.
8. Training and Development: Participate in offered training and development. Propose a personalized
professional development plan bi-annually.
9. Project Management: Coordinate teacher training schedules and all training logistics at assigned schools.
Complete all assigned work on time and on budget.

Commitment to the mission and values of Groves Learning Organization.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity equity and inclusion through continuous development and
modeling inclusive behaviors.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels of the organization and across departments.
Effective team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Support and delivery of best practices as outlined in core responsibilities.
Deep knowledge of reading and spelling development in children.
Coaching and adult learning experience and expertise.
Commitment to personal professional development.
Demonstrated ability to use data to make decisions.
Professionalism proficiency and initiative in achieving goals and standards.
Demonstrated commitment to customer service.
Problem-solving abilities and capacity to implement effective solutions.
Understanding training and maintenance of confidentiality regulations.
Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to work independently and make decisions autonomously.
Effective communication skills for small group and large group adult settings (live and written) that foster
respectful and trusting relationships.

Supportive feedback skills.
Knowledge of Salesforce and Google Suite applications.
Effective and standardized data collection and documentation abilities.
Ability to work effectively in a virtual team environment.
Expert and eager learner in the Science of Reading.

Bachelors degree in related field required; advanced degree preferred.
At least 10 years of experience as both a classroom educator and a mentor/leader. Experience as a lead
teacher or administrator in grades K-3 preferred.
Experience in mentoring/coaching other teachers.
Ability and willingness to work five days a week remotely from home office in-person at partnership school
locations and/or onsite at GLO when necessary. Up to 25% travel may be required.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and passionate professional to make a meaningful impact on literacy
and education in Minnesota and beyond. If you are committed to promoting literacy and empowering individuals and
communities through coaching leadership we encourage you to apply.

Note: This job description does not necessarily list all the functions or accountabilities of the job. Employees may be
asked by management to perform additional duties and tasks. Management reserves the right to revise and update
job descriptions at any time.