Literacy specialist job description
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Literacy specialist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in literacy specialist job postings.
Sample literacy specialist requirements
- Master's degree in Education or related field
- Certification in Literacy Education
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Literacy Specialist
- Knowledge of literacy curricula and instructional strategies
- Proficiency in assessment and data analysis
Sample required literacy specialist soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and administrators
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and priorities
- Passion for promoting literacy and a love of reading
Literacy specialist job description example 1
Gwinnett County Board of Education literacy specialist job description
+ + Position Type:
Teachers/ Literacy Instructional Special
+ Date Posted:
8/15/2022
+ Location:
Instructional Support Center
Job Code: Literacy Instructional Special - 060162 Standard Hours: 40 Department: Lang Arts Office - 222212 Empl Class: T2A
Minimum Salary: $51,646.00/Annually
Maximum Salary: $104,500.00/Annually
Scheduled Days: 190
Target Openings: 1
License and Certification Qualifications: Eligible for Georgia teacher certification in one or more of the following teaching fields: 1) Secondary (6-12) English; 2) Middle Grades (4-8) Language Arts; and 3) Early Childhood Education (P-5). Reading Specialist endorsement and Coaching endorsement preferred.
Education Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related field required. Master's degree in related field preferred.
Experience Qualifications: Three years of successful teaching experience with emphasis in language arts preferred. Experience delivering professional learning opportunities and experience leading professional learning teams preferred.
Skills Qualifications: Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks/projects concurrently; ability to create and deliver professional learning that supports the direction of the language arts program and that supports the vision, mission, and goals of the district; strong communication skills, both in oral and written format; strong technology skills, including the Microsoft Office Suite programs; knowledge and application of research-based instructional strategies in literacy instruction; knowledge of Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS) curriculum with in-depth knowledge of literacy; knowledge of techniques for integrating curriculum, GCPS policies, and effective instructional practices; ability to work successfully with colleagues; ability to project and generate a positive attitude; and ability to effect change.
Primary Responsibilities: Support, develop, and coach language teachers on content knowledge and skills for effective teaching and learning in support of the district's vision, mission, and goals.
1. Design and deliver professional learning for the language arts program.
a. Provide professional learning opportunities by modeling and facilitating instruction with teachers.
b. Develop and facilitate staff development inclusive of the workshop model (K-5), Gradual Release of Responsibility (6-12), formative assessment practices, and evaluating student work.
c. Lead cluster literacy vertical team collaboration.
d. Demonstrate practical application of research based, learner-centered instructional strategies including the Quality-Plus Teaching Strategies.
2. Demonstrate content knowledge and professional growth.
a. Engage in continual learning to deepen content and pedagogical knowledge in language arts and literacy (current and emerging trends/needs).
b. Develop and improve knowledge through professional development, conferences, publications, and collegial networks.
c. Model effective literacy instruction for teachers.
3. Provide support for local school leadership and instructional teams.
a. Support school leadership and instructional teams in the development and sustainability of an effective local language arts program.
b. Effectively analyze and use local school data to lead driven by data talks to impact student achievement in language arts.
c. Plan and lead new teacher induction for schools/clusters in collaboration with the Offices of Language Arts and Staff Development.
d. Model protocols to lead course teams and grade level teams by analyzing student work, facilitating formative assessment practices, development teacher content knowledge, and/or pedagogical knowledge in collaboration with the Offices of Language Arts and Staff Development.
4. Perform Title allowable duties as assigned.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, and/or reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Teachers/ Literacy Instructional Special
+ Date Posted:
8/15/2022
+ Location:
Instructional Support Center
Job Code: Literacy Instructional Special - 060162 Standard Hours: 40 Department: Lang Arts Office - 222212 Empl Class: T2A
Minimum Salary: $51,646.00/Annually
Maximum Salary: $104,500.00/Annually
Scheduled Days: 190
Target Openings: 1
License and Certification Qualifications: Eligible for Georgia teacher certification in one or more of the following teaching fields: 1) Secondary (6-12) English; 2) Middle Grades (4-8) Language Arts; and 3) Early Childhood Education (P-5). Reading Specialist endorsement and Coaching endorsement preferred.
Education Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related field required. Master's degree in related field preferred.
Experience Qualifications: Three years of successful teaching experience with emphasis in language arts preferred. Experience delivering professional learning opportunities and experience leading professional learning teams preferred.
Skills Qualifications: Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks/projects concurrently; ability to create and deliver professional learning that supports the direction of the language arts program and that supports the vision, mission, and goals of the district; strong communication skills, both in oral and written format; strong technology skills, including the Microsoft Office Suite programs; knowledge and application of research-based instructional strategies in literacy instruction; knowledge of Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS) curriculum with in-depth knowledge of literacy; knowledge of techniques for integrating curriculum, GCPS policies, and effective instructional practices; ability to work successfully with colleagues; ability to project and generate a positive attitude; and ability to effect change.
Primary Responsibilities: Support, develop, and coach language teachers on content knowledge and skills for effective teaching and learning in support of the district's vision, mission, and goals.
1. Design and deliver professional learning for the language arts program.
a. Provide professional learning opportunities by modeling and facilitating instruction with teachers.
b. Develop and facilitate staff development inclusive of the workshop model (K-5), Gradual Release of Responsibility (6-12), formative assessment practices, and evaluating student work.
c. Lead cluster literacy vertical team collaboration.
d. Demonstrate practical application of research based, learner-centered instructional strategies including the Quality-Plus Teaching Strategies.
2. Demonstrate content knowledge and professional growth.
a. Engage in continual learning to deepen content and pedagogical knowledge in language arts and literacy (current and emerging trends/needs).
b. Develop and improve knowledge through professional development, conferences, publications, and collegial networks.
c. Model effective literacy instruction for teachers.
3. Provide support for local school leadership and instructional teams.
a. Support school leadership and instructional teams in the development and sustainability of an effective local language arts program.
b. Effectively analyze and use local school data to lead driven by data talks to impact student achievement in language arts.
c. Plan and lead new teacher induction for schools/clusters in collaboration with the Offices of Language Arts and Staff Development.
d. Model protocols to lead course teams and grade level teams by analyzing student work, facilitating formative assessment practices, development teacher content knowledge, and/or pedagogical knowledge in collaboration with the Offices of Language Arts and Staff Development.
4. Perform Title allowable duties as assigned.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, and/or reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Literacy specialist job description example 2
Archdiocese Of San Antonio literacy specialist job description
Mission:
The mission of Catholic Charities is to provide for the needs of our community through selfless service under the sign of love.
Summary:
The role of the Literacy Specialist is to, directly support the implementation of the After School & Summer Youth Program. Specialist will focus in fulfilling grant measures for literacy by managing curriculum, lessons, and reading assessments. The literacy specialist will work with the director & coordinator of program, volunteers, and community partners to research, develop, implement, and facilitate various educational activities that promote healthy eating, positive personal development and wellness, and to engage and support students between the ages of 5 to 17 and their families in the community.
Position Responsibilities:
* *Assist in developing, carrying out, and evaluating program curriculum in reading.
* *Group supervision of youth with attention to the following: program goals, health, happiness, discipline, cleanliness, safety, routine duties, character and skill development
* Promote program and activities in the broader community with some targeted outreach
* *Maintain appropriate records and statistics, and complete reports and evaluations as per guidelines
* Coordinate and implement field trips and outings
* *Create open lines of communication between parents and program staff
* Manage sign in/out App
* Manage drink/snack/food stock utilizing San Antonio Food Bank donations
* Manage supplies and organize daily activities.
* Promote youth participation in all classroom teaching and activities.
Competencies
* Communication
* Customer Service
* De-escalation
* Interpersonal Awareness
* Teamwork
* Thorough
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
* Strong background in working with children and youth a must; preferred to be studying or have obtained an education degree and/or have the work experience.
* Program planning and facilitation experience an asset
* Ability to work with children in a respectful and empowering manner
* Good communication skills, written and verbal
* Strong community outreach and public relations skills and ability to liaise with community partners and leaders
* Good organizational and time management skills
* Ability to work independently and be self-directed
* Must have good critical thinking and problem solving skills.
* Must be 21 years of age or older.
* Must be able to work outdoors for more than 3 hours.
* Must be able to walk 2-3 hours during work hours.
* License and Credentials
* Reliable transportation
o Valid driver license
o Valid vehicle insurance
Minimum Knowledge and Skills:
* Strong background in working with children and youth a must; preferred to be studying or have obtained an education degree and/or have the work experience.
* Program planning and facilitation experience an asset
* Ability to work with children in a respectful and empowering manner
* Good communication skills, written and verbal
* Strong community outreach and public relations skills and ability to liaise with community partners and leaders
* Good organizational and time management skills
* Ability to work independently and be self-directed
* Must have good critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Disclaimer:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job description or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, etc.) This is a Grant funded position and salary is dependent on funding availability. Position can be eliminated at any time because of lack of funding to support this position.
Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To view this and other employment opportunities please visit our website at www.ccaosa.org. You must apply through our website and complete the application and upload your resume. No phone calls please. If you are chosen for an interview, you will be contacted.
The mission of Catholic Charities is to provide for the needs of our community through selfless service under the sign of love.
Summary:
The role of the Literacy Specialist is to, directly support the implementation of the After School & Summer Youth Program. Specialist will focus in fulfilling grant measures for literacy by managing curriculum, lessons, and reading assessments. The literacy specialist will work with the director & coordinator of program, volunteers, and community partners to research, develop, implement, and facilitate various educational activities that promote healthy eating, positive personal development and wellness, and to engage and support students between the ages of 5 to 17 and their families in the community.
Position Responsibilities:
* *Assist in developing, carrying out, and evaluating program curriculum in reading.
* *Group supervision of youth with attention to the following: program goals, health, happiness, discipline, cleanliness, safety, routine duties, character and skill development
* Promote program and activities in the broader community with some targeted outreach
* *Maintain appropriate records and statistics, and complete reports and evaluations as per guidelines
* Coordinate and implement field trips and outings
* *Create open lines of communication between parents and program staff
* Manage sign in/out App
* Manage drink/snack/food stock utilizing San Antonio Food Bank donations
* Manage supplies and organize daily activities.
* Promote youth participation in all classroom teaching and activities.
Competencies
* Communication
* Customer Service
* De-escalation
* Interpersonal Awareness
* Teamwork
* Thorough
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
* Strong background in working with children and youth a must; preferred to be studying or have obtained an education degree and/or have the work experience.
* Program planning and facilitation experience an asset
* Ability to work with children in a respectful and empowering manner
* Good communication skills, written and verbal
* Strong community outreach and public relations skills and ability to liaise with community partners and leaders
* Good organizational and time management skills
* Ability to work independently and be self-directed
* Must have good critical thinking and problem solving skills.
* Must be 21 years of age or older.
* Must be able to work outdoors for more than 3 hours.
* Must be able to walk 2-3 hours during work hours.
* License and Credentials
* Reliable transportation
o Valid driver license
o Valid vehicle insurance
Minimum Knowledge and Skills:
* Strong background in working with children and youth a must; preferred to be studying or have obtained an education degree and/or have the work experience.
* Program planning and facilitation experience an asset
* Ability to work with children in a respectful and empowering manner
* Good communication skills, written and verbal
* Strong community outreach and public relations skills and ability to liaise with community partners and leaders
* Good organizational and time management skills
* Ability to work independently and be self-directed
* Must have good critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Disclaimer:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job description or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, etc.) This is a Grant funded position and salary is dependent on funding availability. Position can be eliminated at any time because of lack of funding to support this position.
Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To view this and other employment opportunities please visit our website at www.ccaosa.org. You must apply through our website and complete the application and upload your resume. No phone calls please. If you are chosen for an interview, you will be contacted.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024