["Literacy Specialist - YES Prep Brays Oaks Secondary (Immediate Opening)","Literacy Specialist - YES Prep Brays Oaks Secondary (Immediate Opening)"]

Description POSITION: Literacy SpecialistREPORTS TO: Director of AcademicsPOSITION TYPE: 1‑monthSTART DATE: 26‑27 School YearCOMPENSATION: Starting at $65,264 annuallyAt YES Prep, work for a mission that impacts the life trajectory of students and their families. YES Prep creates pathways to extraordinary opportunity through best‑in‑class development, competitive compensation and benefits, and recognition for your impact. Grow as an authentic leader and be part of a high‑performing, team‑oriented culture.21,650 Students2,600 Team Members16 Secondary Campuses12 Elementary Campuses91% Students Who Qualify for Free/Reduced‑Price Lunch96% Hispanic & African‑American Students99% Students Who Are Accepted to a 4‑Year University85% First‑Generation College StudentsRanked in the Top 100 High Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World ReportWe serve the students of Houston, Texas, the 4th largest city across the United States. There are over 20 public‑school districts and other great public charter school options within Houston's city limits serving our increasing population.The Role When you join the YES Prep team, some of the exciting work and responsibilities will include:Setting clear expectations and standards for excellent literacy instruction in all content areas, along with the Principal and/or Director of AcademicsEnsuring that students receive outstanding instruction in reading intervention classes by observing and coaching a cohort of reading intervention teachersEnsuring that Emergent Bilingual students (EBs), non‑fluent, and dyslexic students are receiving appropriate accommodations in all classrooms by observing and coaching content teachers and collaborating with instructional leadershipTracking progress monitoring of reading intervention teachers and grades of EBs and dyslexic students and use this data to drive coachingWorking with district Instructional Coaches to provide targeted support to first‑ and second‑year teachersWorking with Home Office leadership on system‑wide instructional initiativesDirecting campus' EB and dyslexia programs to ensure the academic success of these students and maintain compliance with state and federal lawCoordinating and directing testing for special populations, including MAP and R‑CBM benchmarks, Language Assessment System (LAS) and TELPAS, and dyslexia screenings throughout the yearOverseeing the EB compliance work completed by a campus clerk, registrar, or office coordinatorEnsuring that EB and dyslexic students receive all appropriate accommodations on high‑stakes testing, including STAAR and Common Assessments, and assist in applying for accommodations for dyslexic students taking College Board examsProviding one‑on‑one or small group literacy instruction to dyslexic students needing Level‑2 services (this service is in addition to a regularly scheduled reading intervention class)Providing one‑on‑one or small group interventions in spoken English (beginning EBs), writing or handwriting, or additional time in interventionAssisting in the planning and delivery of professional learning opportunities to campus teachers and staff during beginning of year, as well as selecting professional development days throughout the school yearProviding leadership in identifying and acquiring appropriate teaching materials, textbooks, and equipmentTeaching a recommended number of two periods of reading intervention per day or serve as a Dean of Instruction for a recommended number of four Reading Intervention teachersAdditional duties as assignedThe Person We seek staff with a multitude of backgrounds, talents, interests, and ideas. Certain traits consistently shine through for our most successful employees: passion for the mission, drive for results, care for students, resilience, and humility. Other traits needed and desired for this role are:MUST HAVES Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four‑year educational institutionA Valid Texas Teaching Certificate, with ESL or Bilingual certification3 years of literacy teaching in the classroomBelief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public SchoolsOpenness to giving and receiving frequent feedbackAbility to maintain emotional control under stressAbility to work urgently in a fast‑paced and results‑oriented environmentAbility to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at onceDemonstrated ability to work on a teamA dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professionalTHE NICE TO HAVES Teaching experience in the classroom related to Literacy (English, ELA, Reading Intervention, Dyslexia teacher, ESL teacher, etc)Master's Degree in Dyslexia, Education, Reading, Special Education, or a related field2 years of teaching direct instructionFamiliarity with assessments central to this role – TELPAS, Language Assessment System (LAS Links), and MAPTHE MUST HAVE BELIEFS Belief in and commitment to the mission and core values of YES Prep Public SchoolsDesire to disrupt systemic status quos in educationWillingness to go above and beyond to disrupt said status quosPassion to develop resiliency through a relentless pursuit of jaw‑dropping resultsConviction that high expectations + high accountability = high performance and high growthThe Perks Compensation – This position is an exempt, salaried position; salary offers commensurate with experienceHealth and Supplemental Insurance – A $0 monthly medical option and a plan that includes $600 towards a Health Savings Account, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, etc. Employees must work 20+ hours a week to be eligible for a full spectrum of benefits, and 10 hours a week minimum for medical benefitsRetirement Plans – Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and a 457b Retirement PlanPaid Time Off – Employees working 20+ hours a week receive 12 days of Paid Time Off when working the full duty schedule in addition to the system closures during the Academic Calendar. PTO days will be pro‑rated based on start dates within the assigned duty schedulePaid Leave Programming – In the event you need to be out due to medical needs (including maternity and paternity leave), YES Prep offers paid leave, paid at 100%, based on eligibility and tenureProfessional Development – YES Prep values longevity and performance over time. We invest in developing leaders through high‑quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing professional developmentYES Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.#J-18808-Ljbffr