Job Description
Early Elementary Literacy and Mathematics Coach Port Huron Area School District Central Office - Port Huron, Michigan Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in
Port Huron Area School District Job Details Job ID:
5755251 Application Deadline:
Jun 09, 2026 4:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted:
Jun 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date:
Aug 31, 2026 Job Description QUALIFICATIONS
Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with elementary certification. Minimum of four (4) years of successful teaching experience in grades PreK-3. Master's Degree in Reading and Literacy or Mathematics, preferred Completion of LETRS for Educators training. Completion of Literacy Essentials training. Completion of AVMR training. Completion of Thinking Maps training. Completion of DIAL-4 training Completion of Second Step training and demonstrated experience implementing Second Step lessons and practices in the classroom. Demonstrated expertise in evidence-based literacy instruction aligned to the Science of Reading. Strong understanding of Michigan's Early Literacy Law, Literacy Essentials, Mathematics Essentials, and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). Experience using and analyzing literacy and mathematics assessment data, including universal screeners, diagnostic assessments, progress monitoring tools, DIAL-4, and kindergarten readiness measures. Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. SUMMARY The Early Elementary Literacy and Mathematics Coach is a non-evaluative instructional leader who partners with teachers to improve student achievement in literacy and mathematics. The coach supports implementation of evidence-based practices aligned with Michigan's Early Literacy Law, Literacy Essentials, Mathematics Essentials, MTSS, and district curriculum initiatives. Through job-embedded coaching, modeling, collaborative planning, data analysis, and professional learning, the coach strengthens Tier 1 instruction and intervention practices while building teacher capacity. The role also supports positive classroom culture and social-emotional learning to promote student engagement, self-regulation, and academic success. partners with JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the implementation of evidence-based literacy and mathematics instruction aligned to the Science of Reading, Michigan's Early Literacy Law, Literacy Essentials, Mathematics Essentials, district curriculum resources, and instructional initiatives. Provide job-embedded coaching, modeling, feedback, and professional learning to build teacher capacity in effective instructional, intervention, assessment, classroom management, and social-emotional learning practices. Support teachers in the analysis and instructional use of assessment data, including DIAL-4, AVMR, universal screeners, diagnostic assessments, and other measures to inform instruction, intervention, progress monitoring, and MTSS processes. Facilitate collaborative planning and data discussions focused on improving student achievement and meeting district and building improvement goals. Support the implementation of district initiatives, including LETRS, Literacy Essentials, Mathematics Essentials, Thinking Maps, CHAMPS, Second Step, and other instructional frameworks. Plan and facilitate professional learning opportunities that build teacher capacity in literacy instruction, curriculum implementation, assessment practices, and instructional best practices. Assist with onboarding and professional growth opportunities for teachers. Maintain confidential and professional relationships, accurate records, and required documentation while representing Port Huron Schools positively with students, families, staff, and community members. Grant funded program services supplement and support but do not supplant or replace the general education program of the school district. There is no guarantee of continued employment, beyond the availability of the funds or a demonstrated need, that is expressed or implied by the Port Huron Area School District. (April 2026) Position Type:
Full-Time Job Requirements At least 4 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Master degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Caryn M. VanderHeuvel , Director of Human Resources Central Office Port Huron, Michigan 48060 Phone:
810-937-4250 Email:
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