Literacy Coach Position Available In Floyd, Georgia

Literacy Coach
Rome City Schools
Multiple Locations – Rome, Georgia This job is also posted in Rome City Schools
Job Details

Job ID:

5207172

Application Deadline:

Jul 08, 2025 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Jun 2, 2025

Starting Date:

Jul 22, 2025
Job Description
Welcome, and thank you for considering joining the Rome City Schools family! We are thrilled that you are exploring the opportunity to be a part of our community, where we are committed to the philosophy of “

TEACH ROME

for a Better YOU.”
At Rome City Schools, we believe teaching is not just a profession—it’s a pathway to personal and professional growth. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Feel Inspired:

Empower students and make a lasting impact.
Work with

Purpose:

Collaborate with dedicated educators and leaders.

Move Forward:

Advance your skills with innovative professional development.

Eat Well:

Enjoy our vibrant community with diverse local dining options.

Sleep Peacefully:

Experience a safe and welcoming environment to call home.

Play Often:

Explore the culture, parks, and recreation opportunities unique to Rome.

Grow Together:

Thrive in a supportive environment that values your success.
By choosing Rome City Schools, you are choosing a district that is invested in your well-being and growth as an educator. Together, we can shape the future for our students, our community, and for you!
We look forward to reviewing your application and learning more about how you can contribute to our vision.
The purpose of the posting is to direct you to the Rome City Schools system website for current job postings and application information.
Please go the web addresses listed in the following paragraph.
Please refer to https://www.rcs.rome.ga.us/ for additional information about our school system and https://romecs.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx for a listing of current vacancies and instructions for completing an electronic employment application.
Perhaps there is no other career that provides more challenge and personal satisfaction than working with students. If you are interested in accepting the challenge and being a part of an exemplary team in a dynamic school system dedicated to our employees, students, and community then Rome City Schools is the place for you.
https://romecs.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

POSITION TITLE

LITERACY COACH – Part Time at West End and Anna K. Davie Elementary

DEPARTMENT

CURRICULUM

AND INSTRUCTION

WORKDAYS:

195 Days

REPORTS TO

Principals at West End and Anna K. Davie Elementary

JOB SUMMARY

The Literacy Coach is responsible for aligning school priorities to the district vision for literacy and developing teachers aligned to the district’s vision for literacy. Additionally, the Literacy Coach supports teachers in lesson preparation and planning, provides ongoing coaching through observations and feedback cycles resulting in increased alignment, quality, and frequency of students reading, writing, and discussing text.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance
Provides professional leadership in developing, coordinating, and implementing the Rome City Schools literacy program in cooperation with the Assistant Superintendents, and Directors of Curriculum and Professional Development
Possesses and demonstrates working knowledge of adult learning theory. Applies these theoretical principles to professional learning in elementary, middle, and high schools to build capacity in high-quality literacy instruction
Collaborates with District Literacy Coordinator in the development and presentation of the literacy cycles of instruction, best practices, and data discussions
Develops school literacy priorities aligned to the district vision for literacy; drives that vision forward with the school community
Supports teachers in understanding effective literacy instruction and collaborates with members of the leadership team to ensure school-level priorities are aligned to support the literacy priorities
Understands how the curricular materials fit into these visions and can communicate that to teachers
Support schools in the development and monitoring of a local literacy plan
Develops and maintains accurate records of literacy instruction and teacher performance via district-developed monitoring system
Communicates with the building principal weekly to maintain the district and school vision for literacy achievement
Assists in the selection, production, and use of instructional materials
Works with teachers to grow their capacity in knowledge of most current research and strong pedagogical practices in the delivery of literacy instruction Monitors the implementation of the district’s literacy program in classrooms; collects weekly documentation from classroom observations
Provides teachers with instructional support in five areas: theory underlying instruction, demonstration of evidence-based strategies, observation of teachers practicing evidence-based strategies, feedback/reflection about instruction, and supporting collaboration
Re-delivers professional learning for teachers and school staff concerning literacy initiatives and instructional focus; facilitates professional learning communities’ sessions

LESSON PREPARATION SUPPORT

Develops knowledge and expertise in the literacy instructional ELA shifts to support teacher planning; provides professional learning in preparation protocol
Supports teachers in improving their delivery of high-quality materials through targeted lesson preparation aligned to classroom observation trends.
Helps shift the emphasis to student ownership of the learning
Keeps abreast of current educational trends in literacy and informs district and school-level staff of current research and recommendations in literacy

COACHING RESPONSIBILITIES

Observes teachers in their classrooms frequently, using observation rubrics and an understanding of curricular materials
Implements coaching cycle with fidelity
Delivers feedback to teachers regularly, connecting instructional feedback to student performance
Participates in ongoing professional growth opportunities to develop their own skills and knowledge
Effectively identifies next steps for teachers that will have a meaningful impact on student learning
Plans and executes coaching conversations with teachers that include praise, probe, practice, follow-up, and next steps
Regularly reviews student work to help determine coaching support and reflect on progress as a school
Leads teachers in the development and implementation of parent/caregiver engagement workshops for improved understanding of the district literacy programs and priorities
Utilizes relevant data resources to conduct coaching discussions and supports for teachers and staff Exhibits a commitment to professional ethics and the school’s mission, participates in professional growth opportunities to support student learning, and contributes to the profession
Communicates effectively with students, parents or guardians, district and school personnel, and other stakeholders in ways that enhance student learning
Assists with preparation and facilitation of monthly data team meetings and quarterly data roundtables
Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

Possess a valid Georgia Teacher Certificate; Certification and/or highly qualified status in ELA is required. Four years of successful teaching experience. Master’s Degree or higher preferred. Possess or be willing to obtain a coaching endorsement Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

Experience:

At least four years of experience in elementary or secondary K-12 education in a related field
Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills, as well as speaking and presentation skills

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

Must be able to read, analyze, and interpret information relevant to the position, including being able to speak effectively to small and large groups of people, and to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
Must be able to articulate the vision and mission for the district and provide appropriate direction, guidance, and management skills to achieve them
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$50,000 to $80,000 Per Year
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