Elementary Reading Academies Cohort Leader, 2026 - 2027 School Year

Elementary Reading Academies Cohort Leader, 2026 - 2027 School Year Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION

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Job ID:

5722254

Application Deadline:

May 26, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree from a recognized, accredited college or university; 2. Valid Texas teaching certification in elementary education, reading specialization preferred; 3. Minimum of four (4) years of successful experience as an elementary reading/language arts teacher; 4. Preference is given to applicants with experience in K - 3 reading/language arts; 5.

Demonstrated:

Commitment to life-long learning that supports high-quality first-time instruction, including the use of technology; Ability to develop and write curriculum; Ability to lead professional learning; Ability to manage data; 6. Demonstrated skills in leading, motivating, and cooperating with other teachers, campus administrators, and district personnel; 7. Successful completion of the Reading Academy Cohort Leader screener (refer to the TEA website); 8. Ability to attend the Cohort Leader Trainings as needed.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Probationary/Term Contract:

197 days

SALARY:

$67,640/IA-3 Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Attend all trainings regarding the implementation of the Reading Academies. 2. Effectively plan and deliver Reading Academy content as prescribed by TEA, including the evaluation of artifacts. 3. Coordinate and implement both hands-on and digital, interactive Reading Academy sessions, including the Science of Teaching Reading. 4. Design and implement on-site, job-embedded coaching around best practices in literacy using Reading Academy and district resources. 5. Provide high quality, hands-on staff development, collaborate with teachers, and advise campus staff on the implementation of the Reading Academies, elementary reading/language arts TEKS, the district curriculum, and reading and writing workshop. 6. Support campus staff with the alignment of curriculum, instruction, and assessment through data analysis, planning, modeling lessons, training, and consulting. 7. Assist in the development of curriculum and assessment products, including the district benchmarks, grade level specific curriculum, and other literacy-based resources, to support the implementation of the reading/language arts TEKS. 8. Assist in the selection and implementation of literacy resources and staff development materials. 9. Attend and assist with the facilitation of Instructional Specialist meetings and other literacy-related events. 10. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Preference will be given to CFISD employees. Applications will be reviewed. Not all applicants will be interviewed. Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$67,640 Per Year Job Requirements