ANTICIPATED JOB POSTING                                                                                                                         2026-2027                                                  

MWTA - BULLETIN #47 - LITERACY SPECIALIST - DISTRICT WIDE 

Monroe-Woodbury Central School District is committed to academic achievement and success for all students in a safe environment. In partnership with families and our community, the district's mission is to promote confidence, inspire a passion for learning, and to prepare students to become responsible global citizens.

The Monroe-Woodbury Central School District is seeking a dynamic Literacy Instructional Specialist to lead our K-5 ELA initiatives. This individual will serve as an expert in literacy development, providing high-level support to general education teachers, special education providers, and Reading Academic Intervention Services (AIS) teachers.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have NYS Literacy certification Gr. K-5
• Science of reading credential preferred
• Orton Gillingham/Wilson certification preferred
• Must meet NYSED Fingerprinting requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrated instructional leadership, including experience providing professional development and staff training in the Science of Reading
• Strong understanding of and ability to contribute to the MTSS framework, including Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 instructional strategies
• Experience using data to inform instructional decisions and drive student outcomes
• Experience with curriculum development, implementation, and alignment
• The ideal candidate is deeply committed to the research behind the Science of Reading and possesses the ability to translate complex research into actionable, high-impact classroom instruction.
• Provide ongoing professional development and in-class support. This includes modeling evidence-based lessons, co-planning, and assessments.
• Lead the implementation of research-based literacy practices rooted in the Science of Reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension).
• Assist teachers in designing and implementing robust Tier 1 interventions and progress monitoring within the core classroom. Support staff in managing progress monitoring data to ensure intervention efficacy across all tiers.
• Facilitate collaborative data meetings focused on error analysis of student work and summative assessment data to diagnose literacy gaps and inform small-group instruction.
• Ensure all instruction aligns with the Next Generation ELA Learning Standards. Provide specialized support in the implementation and optimization of the HMH curriculum.
• Design and facilitate district-wide professional development, ensuring that sessions are followed by meaningful, sustained in-class support.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• A thorough understanding of the Science of Reading and how it applies to both foundational skills and advanced literacy.
• Proven ability to provide professional development and follow-up support that results in measurable changes in teacher practice.
• Skilled in analyzing various literacy assessments to drive instructional pivots and tiered support.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong, supportive professional relationships with diverse staff members.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple school schedules and prioritize district-wide literacy goals.
• Knowledge of HMH literacy programs is preferred.

EFFECTIVE:    September 01, 2026