QUALIFICATIONS

The Coordinator of Elementary Literacy must possess the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to lead the division’s elementary literacy program and support the successful implementation of evidence-based literacy practices across all elementary schools. Candidates must hold a master's degree in education, literacy, reading, curriculum and instruction, or a closely related field. The successful candidate must hold or be eligible for a Virginia Postgraduate Professional License with an endorsement as a Reading Specialist; an endorsement in Administration and Supervision is preferred.  Candidates must have a minimum of five (5) years of successful experience in education, including classroom teaching in which literacy instruction was a primary responsibility, and experience serving as a reading specialist, literacy coach, or in a comparable instructional leadership role. The position requires demonstrated success in coaching educators, facilitating adult professional learning, analyzing student achievement data, and leading literacy improvement initiatives. Equivalent combinations of education and experience that meet the requirements of the position may be considered.  The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of science-based reading research, evidence-based literacy instruction, the Virginia Literacy Act, and the Virginia Standards of Learning. Strong communication, organizational, leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with a demonstrated commitment to educational equity and student achievement.

 

DESCRIPTION

The Coordinator of Elementary Literacy provides leadership, coordination, and support for the division’s kindergarten through grade five literacy program. The Coordinator ensures that core, supplemental, and intervention instruction is grounded in science-based reading research and evidence-based literacy practices, aligned to the Virginia Literacy Act, the Virginia Standards of Learning, and the division’s Comprehensive Literacy Plan. Working collaboratively with teachers, reading specialists, principals, instructional leaders, and division staff, the Coordinator builds educator capacity, supports the implementation of high-quality instructional materials, promotes effective use of literacy assessment data, and helps create equitable opportunities for all students to develop strong reading and writing skills.

 

GENERAL DUTIES (May not include all duties performed)

• Provide leadership for the planning, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the division’s K–5 literacy program.


• Plan, coordinate, and deliver job-embedded professional learning, modeling, and coaching that strengthens educators’ understanding and application of science-based reading research and evidence-based literacy instruction.


• Partner with principals, reading specialists, instructional coaches, and teachers to implement a coherent and consistent elementary literacy framework across all schools.


• Provide ongoing instructional coaching and support to teachers, reading specialists, and instructional leaders to build internal capacity and sustain effective literacy practices.


• Conduct non-evaluative classroom observations, learning walks, and instructional reviews to support literacy implementation and provide formative feedback.


• Coordinate the selection, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of high-quality core, supplemental, and intervention literacy materials in accordance with Virginia Literacy Act requirements.


• Develop, revise, and align curriculum resources, pacing guides, instructional supports, and assessments with the Virginia Standards of Learning and evidence-based literacy practices.


• Ensure instructional resources and materials are organized, accessible, and effectively utilized to support student learning and teacher instruction.


• Support the administration, interpretation, and use of literacy screening and assessment data, including the Virginia Language and Literacy Screening System (VALLSS), to inform instruction and intervention.


• Assist teachers and reading specialists in developing, implementing, and monitoring individualized student reading plans and evidence-based interventions.


• Monitor literacy achievement data and identify trends, strengths, and opportunities for improvement across classrooms, schools, and student groups.


• Support compliance with all requirements of the Virginia Literacy Act, including literacy screening, intervention, family engagement, and reading specialist support.


• Collaborate with families to promote literacy development and communicate student literacy progress and intervention supports.


• Serve as a liaison with the Virginia Department of Education, Virginia Literacy Partnerships, regional organizations, and neighboring school divisions regarding literacy initiatives, requirements, and opportunities.


• Collaborate with the Coordinator of Secondary Literacy to ensure alignment and continuity of literacy instruction across the K–12 educational program.


• Partner with Special Education, English Learner, MTSS, assessment, and instructional services staff to ensure equitable access to literacy instruction and intervention for all learners.


• Assist with the development, implementation, monitoring, and biennial revision of the division’s Comprehensive Literacy Plan.


• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations related to literacy initiatives, student achievement, and program effectiveness.


• Assist with budgeting, purchasing, inventory management, and procurement of literacy instructional materials and resources.


• Serve on division, school, and community committees as assigned.


• Maintain current knowledge of literacy research, instructional best practices, state requirements, and emerging trends in literacy education.


• Perform other duties as assigned by a central office designee.

 

SUPERVISION

The Coordinator of Elementary Literacy reports to a central office designee and works collaboratively with division leaders, school administrators, teachers, reading specialists, instructional coaches, and other support personnel. The position may provide leadership, guidance, and coordination of literacy-related initiatives, projects, and professional learning activities across the division.

 

WORK CONDITIONS

Work is performed in office, school, and community settings and requires regular travel between division facilities. The position requires frequent communication and the exchange of detailed information with staff, students, families, community partners, and state agencies. Duties involve frequent sitting and computer use, as well as regular standing, walking, and movement throughout schools and classrooms. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support professional learning, family engagement activities, meetings, or division initiatives. The position may require lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

 

 

CONTRACT LENGTH

12 months

 

FLSA Status

Exempt