K-8 Literacy Coach

K-8 Literacy Coach

MISSION:

The mission of Marion P. Thomas Charter School is to build culturally rich, transformative educational spaces that cultivate successful, lifelong innovators who use their passions, character, and intellect to better themselves, the greater Newark community, and the world beyond.

WHO YOU ARE:

The K-8 Literacy Coach plays a critical role in improving literacy outcomes for all students by strengthening instructional practices across the district. This position supports teachers through coaching cycles, modeling effective strategies, facilitating professional development, and ensuring strong implementation of evidence-based literacy instruction aligned to the NJSLS-ELA.

Do you have what it takes?

• Required Education and Experience:

• Valid NJDOE Teacher Certification

• Minimum of 5 years of successful K-8 teaching experience

• Demonstrates effectiveness in literacy instruction using evidence-based strategies

• Strong knowledge of early literacy development and foundational reading skills

• Experience mentoring, coaching, or leading professional development

• Commitment to ongoing professional learning in literacy and coaching

• Preferred Qualifications:

• NJDOE Reading Specialist Certification

• Wilson or Orton-Gillingham training

• Proficiency with instructional data platforms (e.g., i-Ready, LinkIt)

• Familiarity with HQIM

• Experience supporting literacy leadership and/or curriculum development

THE ROLE:

• Provide instructional coaching focused on structured literacy and effective Tier 1 and Tier 2 practices
• Model lessons, co-plan, and co-teach to support teacher development
• Facilitate professional learning communities and literacy-focused trainings
• Use data to guide instructional priorities, interventions, and progress monitoring
• Support universal screening and intervention systems aligned to MTSS
• Collaborate with school leaders on curriculum implementation and instructional improvement
• Maintain coaching schedules, observations, and feedback documentation
• Salary: Salary commensurate with experience
• Term of Employment: 10.5 Months
• Union: Unaffiliated

Are You Ready To Join The Village?

Here's what you can expect-

• The opportunity to join an experienced, diverse, and mission-driven team that is passionate about educational equity
• Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance policies
• Family Focus: Parental/Family leave so you can care for your loved ones
• Pension: Eligibility for participation in the state pension plan
• Learning & Development: A culture that encourages and promotes professional growth and development
• Bonus: We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded.

Next Steps: MPTCS is currently reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of responses received, not every applicant will be contacted. If you meet the qualifications, you will be contacted to move forward in the selection process.

Marion P. Thomas Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.