Literacy Coach

University of Maryland

Montgomery County, MD, US
Base: $85,000-$100,000; bonus/equity: not specifie...
Regular in-person work at assigned schools in montgomery county, md.
3 years teaching experience grades 6-12
Explicit instruction and academic interventions
Structured classroom observations
The University of Maryland is seeking two Literacy Coaches for their Project ECHO initiative, which aims to improve middle school literacy outcomes through research-practice partnerships. The ideal candidates should have a background in education, experience teaching grades 6-12, and strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with school staff

Job Summary

  • This role supports the implementation of PACT Plus, an evidence-based set of comprehension building practices, within Montgomery County Public Schools.
  • Coaches will provide job-embedded support to teachers using the AIM Coaching Model to ensure instructional integrity and sustained impact.
  • The position is a 12-month full-time role starting in Fall 2025 with a salary range of $85,000 to $100,000.

Matching Summary

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The University of Maryland is seeking two Literacy Coaches for their Project ECHO initiative, which aims to improve middle school literacy outcomes through research-practice partnerships. The ideal candidates should have a background in education, experience teaching grades 6-12, and strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with school staff.

Salary

Base: $85,000-$100,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Regular Faculty benefits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3 years teaching experience grades 6-12
  • explicit instruction and academic interventions
  • structured classroom observations

Nice-to-have

  • instructional coaching or teacher leadership experience
  • experience with multilingual learners
  • evidence-based adolescent literacy instruction

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in education, literacy, special education, or related field
  • Minimum 3 years of teaching experience in grades 6-12
  • Ability to travel regularly to local middle schools in Montgomery County, MD

Work Rights

Not specified

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