Literacy Specialist, Campus School Kimball
The University of Memphis
Location
Memphis, Tennessee
Salary
$50,000 - $80,000 / YEAR
Quick overview
The Literacy Specialist supports the implementation of high-quality, evidence-based literacy instruction aligned with Tennessee Academic Standards for English Language Arts across K-3 classrooms. This includes providing coaching, intervention, professional development, and developing specialized literacy programs like after-school tutoring and summer learning.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three to five years of successful K-3 ELA classroom teaching experience, along with an active Tennessee teaching license for relevant endorsements or the ability to obtain a TDOE permit. Strong knowledge of the science of reading, structured literacy, and experience with RTI² framework are highly desired.
Job description
The University of Memphis seeks to fill a K-3 Literacy Specialist for Campus School Kimball.
Campus School Kimball is the newest school in the State of Tennessee’s first Innovative School District, University Schools.
The K–3 Literacy Specialist supports the implementation of high-quality, evidence-based literacy instruction aligned to the Tennessee Department of Education Academic Standards for English Language Arts. The specialist will ensure that every teacher and classroom is equipped to serve all students, and will provide coaching, intervention, professional development, and instructional support including the development of literacy specific after school tutoring and summer learning programs.
This is a 10 month faculty position at the University of Memphis with full benefits.
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Benefits
- Full Benefits
