Job Summary Job Title: Reading Coach Reports To: Principal/Director of Curriculum and Instruction Job Goal: To provide intensive, targeted professional development for elementary teachers at the assigned school Minimum Qualifications: Must meet applicable federal, state, and local certification/qualification requirements for the position A bachelor's degree and advanced coursework or professional development in the science of reading, such as multisensory language instruction, or comparable alternative training approved by the Alabama State Department of Education Two (2) years of experience as a successful elementary or literacy teacher A knowledge of scientifically based reading research, special expertise in quality reading instruction and intervention, dyslexia-specific interventions, and data analysis A strong knowledge base in the science of learning to read and the science of early childhood education Excellent communication skills with outstanding presentation, interpersonal, and time management skills Ability to use technology to communicate, to plan and provide instruction, to facilitate learning, to manage data, and to produce/submit required reports and correspondence Ability to meet suitability criteria under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457 Such alternatives to the above qualifications as state, federal, and local law and the Board may require Duties and Responsibilities: Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, mission, goals, and priorities In order to ensure that all students are reading on or above grade level by the end of the third grade, the job of the ARI-funded local reading specialist outlined in the Alabama Literacy Act will include the following as evidenced by the student reading achievement and growth: Collaborates with the principal to create a strategic plan for coaching to support and measure the impact of reading instruction according to the science of reading, school baseline data, and data from approved early reading assessment systems Facilitates schoolwide professional development and monitors and measures the impact of transfer to practice Models effective science of reading instruction for teachers that is explicit, systematic, inclusive of detailed explanations and more extensive opportunities for guided practice, error correction, and feedback Coaches and mentors teachers daily via planned coaching cycles based on data and gradually releases responsibility to teachers Facilitates data analysis discussions and supports teachers by using data to differentiate instruction according to the needs of students by adhering to the framework of tiered instruction Fosters multiple areas of teacher professional learning, including exceptional student education and content area knowledge, and makes adjustments based on data Prioritizes time for those teachers, activities, and roles that will give the greatest impact on student reading achievement, such as coaching and mentoring in classrooms, as evidenced by coaching logs, student impact data, and site visit data Monitors the reading progress of all students a minimum of three (3) times per year and makes recommendations for the adjustment of instruction according to student-specific needs identified from multiple data points and aligned with the science of reading as specified in the strategic plan for coaching Assists assigned school(s) with the development of continuous improvement plan (CIP) goals, strategies, and action steps as related to literacy Adheres to local Board policies, administrative procedures, and other like directives, as well as state, federal, and local laws Performs other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s) This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Hoover City Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed. Notice of Non-Discrimination: In compliance with federal law, our school district administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability.