Job Description

KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools seeks an experienced Science of Reading Coach (SoR) who will be responsible for supporting the transformation of literacy practices with schools to improve literacy infrastructure at the regional and individual school level. The Science of Reading Coach is responsible for working closely with the Achievement Director of Primary Literacy, school leaders, literacy coaches, teachers, and other instructional staff to operationalize and execute KIPP Metro Atlanta’s vision for early literacy. Based on KIPP Metro Atlanta’s early literacy model, the SoR Coach will lead the implementation of evidence-based practices into classroom instruction and assessment. This will include coaching, teacher training, modeling, and consultation. In partnership with the Achievement Director of Primary Literacy and school staff, the SOR coach will create learning opportunities that will significantly enhance teachers’ knowledge and capacity and positively impact children’s literacy outcomes.

As a Science of Reading Coach, your core responsibilities include:

Content Support

• Serve as facilitator (i.e., trainer, coach/mentor, and consultant) for the faculty and staff at assigned sites
• Collaborate clear goals for professional development of teachers in assigned sites consistent with scientifically based early literacy/language research
• Assist the leadership for literacy at the site level in formulating their professional development goals to ensure that language and literacy instruction is research-based and effective
• Deliver content knowledge about language and literacy through workshops, book studies, demonstration lessons, etc.
• Serve as an expert teacher of early literacy/language development to model effective strategies for classroom teachers in K through fourth grade
• Coach and support literacy coaches and teachers at assigned sites to implement explicit and systematic instruction based on the Science of Reading
• Collaborate on the development of training modules and accompanying materials (e.g., curriculum, video, etc.)
• Collaborate on timelines and priorities for teacher training and consultation for assigned sites in collaboration with the team
• Continue to study new information as it becomes available to remain informed of the most current scientifically-based literacy research
• Participate in the evaluation of KIPP Metro Atlanta programs as needed
• Participate in research and program evaluation design meetings as needed

Assessment

• Assist in data collection for progress monitoring and needs assessments
• Deliver training sessions on interpreting student and teacher data to inform instruction, particularly progress monitoring data

Qualifications

• • Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Reading, Special Education, Speech-Language Pathology, or a related field (required)
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience
• Trained in at least one structured literacy program (e.g., OG, LETRS, Wilson)
• Experience in K-4th educational programs and/or programs for language and literacy preferred
• School-based teacher training and coaching experience required
• Unwavering commitment to quality programs and data-driven program evaluation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent public speaking skills
• Action-oriented, collaborative, flexible, and innovative approach to coaching and mentoring
• High aspirations for all children to be successful and empowered
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to understand the comprehensive language and literacy issues of young children in a variety of settings
• Committed to equity through literacy
• And keen interest to work in a variety of settings with teachers and leaders
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Additional Information

Compensation:

We offer a competitive salary that depends on prior experience, as well as a benefits package including

• Healthcare (medical, vision, and dental)
• Life and Long-term Disability
• Additional Voluntary Supplemental Insurance
• Enrollment in the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (mandatory for all employees)

Statement of Non-Discrimination:

KIPP Metro Atlanta is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school. KIPP Metro Atlanta does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.