JOB VACANCY: Literacy Collaboration Teacher
BASE LOCATION: Delta Elementary School 7661 Mer Rouge–Collinston Road Collinston, Louisiana 71229
GRADE LEVEL(S): Kindergarten – 6th Grades
POSITION OVERVIEW
Delta Elementary School, a Title I school, is seeking a highly effective educator to serve as the Literacy Collaboration Teacher. This position is designed to strengthen literacy instruction and improve student achievement through structured professional learning, instructional coaching, teacher collaboration, and the implementation of High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM).
The Literacy Collaboration Teacher will facilitate a culture of continuous improvement by leading teacher collaboration aligned with the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) High-Quality Professional Learning (HQPL) Cycle, the Louisiana Literacy Roadmap, and evidence-based literacy practices grounded in the Science of Reading.
JOB GOAL
To accelerate student literacy achievement by facilitating high-impact teacher collaboration, job-embedded coaching, data-driven decision-making, and effective implementation of HQIM aligned to the Louisiana Literacy Roadmap, the LDOE High-Quality Professional Learning Cycle, and state literacy priorities.
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
Employment Type: Full-Time, 9-Month Contract (Grant Funded)
Salary: In accordance with the Morehouse Parish School District Teacher Salary Schedule and applicable state guidelines
APPLICATION WINDOW: July 6, 2026 – July 24, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. (until position is filled)
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the Morehouse Parish School Board's online application for Classified Positions at:
https://www.mpsb.us/job-openings
Applicants should upload:
• Current Resume
• Official College Transcript(s)
• Valid Louisiana Teaching and/or Educational Leadership Certificate(s)
• Documentation supporting qualifications and experience
• Teacher Preparation Program documentation, if applicable
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Facilitate weekly Teacher Collaboration meetings using LDOE-approved literacy
collaboration frameworks and protocols.
2. Lead teacher teams through the HQPL Cycle.
3. Support implementation and internalization of HQIM.
4. Provide job-embedded coaching, modeling, co-teaching, and instructional support.
5. Assist teachers in implementing evidence-based literacy practices.
6. Support implementation of Louisiana Literacy Roadmap and Science of Reading initiatives.
7. Guide analysis of literacy assessment data.
8. Facilitate collaborative planning sessions.
9. Conduct informal classroom observations and provide feedback.
10. Collaborate with administrators to develop literacy goals and action plans.
11. Support identification of students needing additional literacy support.
12. Support literacy intervention programs.
13. Collaborate with leadership to sustain teacher collaboration structures.
14. Assist with review and selection of literacy materials.
15. Maintain required documentation and reports.
16. Participate in district and LDOE professional development.
17. Promote family engagement in literacy initiatives.
18. Maintain a professional growth plan.
19. Demonstrate professionalism and confidentiality.
20. Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate.
• Meets LDOE and BESE certification requirements.
• Minimum three years successful teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of literacy instruction, assessment, and intervention.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to analyze student data and improve instruction.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience facilitating PLCs and Teacher Collaboration.
• Instructional coaching experience.
• Knowledge of HQIM and HQPL.
• Experience with Science of Reading implementation.
• Title I experience preferred.
• Master's Degree preferred.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Wendy Coleman, Principal
Phone: (318) 647-3443
Email: [email protected]
Marilyn Taylor
Director, Federal Programs
Phone: 9318) 283-3427
Email: [email protected]
Teresa Merritt, Personnel Director
Phone: (318) 281-5784
Email: [email protected]
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
Morehouse Parish School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and Louisiana laws and regulations.
