Instructional Coach Elementary Literacy Coach

Job Description:

Ledyard Public Schools is seeking a dynamic, passionate Elementary Literacy Coach, who is committed to building a love of reading and writing in all students. As an Elementary Literacy Coach, you will have the opportunity to work collaboratively to deepen the knowledge, skill, and ability of teachers to refine their instructional practices.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Assistant Superintendent and work under the general guidance of the District Language Arts Coordinator and Administrators to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills. This role encompasses coaching teachers.

Qualifications:

• Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with administrators, teachers and paraprofessionals
• Demonstrated knowledge of and excellence in teaching literacy
• Enthusiasm for teaching and learning
• Promotes a positive learning environment responsive to and respectful of the needs of students
• Successful elementary teaching and/or literacy coaching experience preferred
• Ability to work with a diverse student population

Responsibilities:

• Assist in school-wide efforts to improve instruction to assist students in acquiring literacy skills
• Collaborate with teachers to promote the learning and implementation of best practices in literacy instruction by embracing a growth mindset
• Create and examine data to measure the success of literacy programs and instruction
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing with a variety of stakeholders, including students, their parents and staff
• Implement current theory, research and best practices in language arts and literacy development by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings

Additional Duties:

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Required:

• Bachelors degree
• CT elementary teaching certification, (097,102 preferred but not required)

Pay and Benefits:

Per the Ledyard Education Association agreement

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to teach
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust ones tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child

To Apply:

Applications will only be accepted online. Review of applications may begin immediately. Please visit the Ledyard Public Schools website, https://www.ledyard.net/page/employment-opportunities or Access the application at: https://www.applitrack.com/ledyard/onlineapp/ to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Ledyard Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, status as a victim of domestic violence, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, protective hairstyles, alienage, ancestry, age, disability or any other basis prohibited by law