Literacy Coach

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ohio.

📋 Description

• Provide ongoing, on-the-job coaching that aligns with the Ohio Model for Instructional Coaching for Literacy.

• Demonstrate evidence-based literacy instructional methods, including both explicit and systematic teaching strategies.

• Assist educators in applying the Science of Reading, which encompasses phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.

• Conduct coaching cycles that involve goal setting, observation, feedback, and reflection.

• Aid in the incorporation of literacy techniques across various subjects, including mathematics when appropriate.

• Collaborate with school leadership to create and execute an annual instructional coaching plan.

• Ensure that coaching services are well-defined and receive approval before program rollout.

• Align coaching efforts with district and school improvement initiatives as well as student achievement objectives.

• Analyze student data to pinpoint instructional needs and direct coaching focuses.

• Support educators in utilizing assessment data to guide instruction and interventions.

• Track and report on the effects of coaching on teaching practices and student results.

• Facilitate professional development sessions that adhere to literacy best practices and the Science of Reading.

• Assist teachers in incorporating new knowledge into classroom instruction.

• Stay updated on state requirements and current literacy research.

⛳️ Requirements

• Completion of the mandatory Science of Reading professional learning modules AND one of the following:

• Reading Endorsement (PreK–12)

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Reading/Literacy

• Passing Score on the Foundations of Reading Test

• Completed LETRS Training 1 and 2

• Completed Associate-Level Orton-Gillingham Training

• Prior experience as an instructional coach or literacy specialist.

• Strong foundation in data-driven instruction and intervention design.

• Experience in supporting adult learners and leading professional development.

• Familiarity with structured literacy and evidence-based math literacy approaches.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid time off.

• Retirement contributions.

• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance.

• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child).

• Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Voluntary short-term disability insurance.

• Voluntary long-term disability insurance.

• Opportunities for career advancement within Pansophic Learning and our extensive network of over 4,000 instructors and education professionals.