Education Coach: Adolescent Literacy
About The Position
Generation Ready is seeking Education Coaches with expertise in literacy teaching and learning across grades 6–12, particularly adolescent literacy, to support schools in the New York City metropolitan area. The organization provides customized, job-embedded professional learning and instructional support tailored to district, school, and teacher needs, with the goal of building educator capacity and improving student achievement. Coaches work onsite with education stakeholders and educators to strengthen standards-based instruction, instructional programming, and student outcomes. The role calls for experience supporting diverse learners, MTSS systems, the use of screeners and instructional data, and evidence-based interventions such as structured literacy and phonics-based reading supports. Familiarity with high-quality instructional materials and curricula, including Expeditionary Learning (EL), Wit & Wisdom, and HMH Into Literature, is valued.
Requirements
- At least 10 years of education experience, ideally including some combination of teaching, school leadership, coaching, and/or educational program development.
- Thorough understanding of cross-content trends, shifts, standards, and methodologies.
- Experience working in urban schools and with diverse student populations.
- Expertise in various types of high-quality instructional materials, including a deep understanding of literacy programs used in schools.
- Demonstrated ability to engage with stakeholders and develop relationships.
- Willingness to participate in ongoing personal and professional learning.
- Highly organized and process-driven approach.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity or expertise in processes and practices that meet the needs of learners with a variety of needs.
- Experience with MTSS systems and structures.
- Experience using screeners and instructional data, such as MAP, i-Ready, and Renaissance, to inform instruction.
- Experience implementing evidence-based interventions, including structured literacy and phonics-based reading supports.
- Experience designing or supporting strategic instructional programming.
- Familiarity with high-quality instructional materials and curricula, including Expeditionary Learning (EL), Wit & Wisdom, and HMH Into Literature.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with department of education, district, and school stakeholders to develop customized professional learning plans based on classroom needs.
- Provide side-by-side coaching, including modeling lessons, to build capacity in excellent standards-based instruction.
- Lead teachers in reflective practices, data analysis, and examination of student work to improve pedagogy and develop dynamic protocols.
- Support school leaders in assessing and adapting frameworks and communication to foster a collaborative environment focused on student success.
- Build thoughtful relationships with partners and maintain seamless communication and real-time feedback cycles to ensure needs are being met.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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