Director of Literacy (6th–12th)

Friendship Public Charter School•Washington, DC

11h

About The Position

Thank you for your interest in joining Friendship Public Charter School! We are excited to review applications for anticipated vacancies for the 2026–2027 school year. Our formal interview process will begin in January 2026 for all confirmed openings. Please note that some roles may be posted in advance of confirmation, and internal applicants will be considered first for any potential vacancies. Friendship Public Charter School operates a network of high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools serving students from pre-K3 through 12th grade. Our mission is to provide a world-class education that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and character necessary for success in college, career, and life. We are seeking dedicated, mission-aligned professionals to join our team for the 2026–2027 school year. If you are committed to accelerating student achievement, fostering joyful and rigorous learning, and preparing students for bright postsecondary futures, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to learning more about you and your passion for serving students in Washington, DC. The Director of Literacy (K–5) is a central office leadership role responsible for driving a coherent, evidence-based literacy strategy across all elementary campuses. This position ensures alignment across curriculum, instruction, professional learning, coaching, and data systems to improve teacher practice and student literacy outcomes. The Director of Literacy will lead network wide planning and implementation of structured literacy practices grounded in the science of reading and aligned to high quality instructional materials. For more information about our Teacher Evaluation Method, see the Danielson Framework for Teaching. For more information about our schools please visit the following Social Media pages: YouTube, Linkedin, Facebook, Instagram & Twitter! Please see the available salary scales: FPCS Compensation

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum 5 to 7 years of experience in secondary literacy instruction, coaching, or school leadership
Strong knowledge of adolescent literacy and evidence based instructional practices
Experience with high quality instructional materials and curriculum implementation
Experience analyzing and using assessment data such as MAP, PSAT, SAT, or similar tools
Demonstrated ability to lead adult learning and manage teams

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in education, literacy, or related field preferred
Experience working in urban schools and with diverse student populations preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of the 6 to 12 literacy strategy across the network
Ensure alignment across curriculum, assessment, intervention, and professional learning systems
Oversee implementation and fidelity of adopted literacy programs including SpringBoard, StudySync, and Language Live
Promote disciplinary literacy across content areas, ensuring literacy practices are embedded in ELA, science, and social studies
Analyze network and campus level literacy data including DC CAPE, MAP, PSAT, SAT, and internal assessments
Identify schools and student subgroups requiring targeted support
Lead data driven cycles to monitor progress, inform instruction, and adjust strategy
Report regularly on literacy performance and progress to executive leadership
Collaborate with Academy Directors and ELA Instructional Specialists to align coaching and instructional support
Use classroom observations and walk through data to identify trends and prioritize coaching and professional learning
Design and lead differentiated professional development focused on adolescent literacy, comprehension, and writing across disciplines
Build capacity of teachers and leaders to implement evidence-based literacy practices
Guide implementation of Tier II and Tier III literacy interventions, including Language Live and other supports
Ensure alignment between core instruction and intervention systems
Support schools in using data to match students with appropriate interventions and monitor progress
Oversee implementation of adopted literacy curricula and instructional materials
Ensure fidelity to scope and sequence and instructional expectations
Coordinate resource allocation and support based on school level needs
Support management of literacy related budgets, including grant funded initiatives