Position Title
Literacy Facilitator
School/Department
Curriculum & Instruction
Salary
Teacher Salary Schedule Plus Supplement
Reports to
Director of Integrated Academics
Work Week Schedule
Monday - Friday; Must Be Able to Work Some Late Evenings and Some Weekends
Number of Months Per Year
12
Position Overview:
The Literacy Facilitator provides district-wide leadership, support, and expertise to strengthen literacy instruction and improve student reading achievement in grades K-8 across Orange County Schools. This position works collaboratively with school leaders, instructional coaches, teachers, and district staff to ensure the effective implementation of foundational literacy practices and high-quality English Language Arts instruction aligned to North Carolina Standard Course of Study and district priorities.
The Literacy Facilitator serves as a key leader in advancing the district's strategic plan by supporting evidence-based literacy instruction, building educator capacity, and ensuring all students develop the foundational and advanced literacy skills necessary for academic success.
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Thorough knowledge of literacy development and instructional practices across grades K-8; the NC ELA Standards, assessment systems, and literacy initiatives, including a deep understanding of the Science of Reading; and the OCS policies, procedures and standards regarding literacy education.
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Ability to provide effective coaching, modeling, and professional development in literacy instruction, assessments, and data analysis.
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Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship building skills.
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Ability to lead change and support continuous improvement efforts.
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Ability to work effectively with teachers, administrators, families, and community partners.
Education, Training, and Experience
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Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in English Language Arts, Reading, or similar field.
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Extensive coursework or training in literacy instruction.
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Five years of successful teaching experience and two years of experience as a literacy or instructional coach.
Certification and License Requirements
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NC Teacher Certification in related field
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Must have completed LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) Training
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Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles
Preferred Qualifications:
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Master’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution in Reading/Literacy, Curriculum Development, School Administration, or related field.
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Seven years of successful teaching experience and 5 years of experience as a literacy or instructional coach.
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Completion of LETRS for Administrators and/or Lexia PowerUp Literacy Intervention professional development course.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Lead and support implementation of foundational literacy practices across all schools grades K-8.
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Provide leadership and guidance regarding implementation of the NC English Language Arts Standards.
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Collaborate with district leaders to develop and implement a comprehensive literacy improvement plan aligned to the district strategic plan.
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Provide coaching and support on evidence-based literacy practices, literacy intervention, and literacy curriculum implementation.
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Design and facilitate professional learning for teachers, instructional coaches, interventionists, and administrators focus on literacy instruction.
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Provide job-embedded coaching and support for educators in grades K-8.
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Participate in and support the professional learning communities in planning and implementing evidence-based literacy instructional strategies.
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Develop and curate instructional resources, model lessons, and professional learning materials.
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Assist school leaders in identifying literacy priorities and monitoring implementation.
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Collaborate with curriculum leaders to ensure coherence between foundational skills instruction, reading comprehension, writing instruction, and intervention support.
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Support schools in developing effective literacy instruction and interventions within the district's Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
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Support schools in using assessment data to inform instruction and intervention decisions.
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Collaborate closely with the district's Early Literacy Specialist and other instructional support staff to ensure coherent literacy support across schools.
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Serve on district committees and leadership teams related to curriculum, instruction, assessment, and strategic planning.
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Stay current on literacy research and national, state, and local literacy policies, procedures, and standards.
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Other duties as assigned.
