Literacy Coach

2 weeks ago


Gary, Indiana, United States Northwest Indiana Lighthouse Charter School Full time
Job Summary

The Northwest Indiana Lighthouse Charter School is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Literacy Coach to join our team. As a Literacy Coach, you will play a critical role in supporting the development of reading skills in grades K-2.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with teachers to design and implement evidence-based literacy instruction aligned with science of reading research.
  • Model lessons and engage in co-teaching cycles to support teacher growth and student achievement.
  • Provide coaching and professional development to teachers on high-quality instructional practices and the use of formative assessment data to drive classroom instruction.
  • Work with school leaders and stakeholders to ensure that student achievement and growth data is routinely collected, reported, and used to drive instructional decisions.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships and communication with students, educators, administrators, and other school personnel.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred; minimum of five years of teaching experience.
  • Expertise related to literacy practice and pedagogy.
  • Hold a valid Indiana Teacher's License.