ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following listed below. Other duties may be assigned.
Instructional Program
Create a literacy environment conducive to effective instruction.
Facilitate the implementation of Georgia’s Early Literacy Act by assisting member districts with various requirements of the law.
Demonstrate, model, and coach various reading/learning strategies for classrooms.
Evaluate literacy needs within the school and collaborate with teachers and administrators to interpret and use assessment data to improve instruction and problem-solve.
Use screener assessment data to assist administrators with the placement of students in appropriate instructional or intervention programs.
Provide guidance and training for instructional coaches, teachers, and other staff on the implementation of interventions, intervention plans, and other strategies to be used for the improvement of reading.
Professional Development
Participate in a three-day, face-to-face onboarding training and additional whole-group training as needed.
Attend monthly team roundtables and quarterly face-to-face seminars.
Obtain and maintain a Georgia Let’s READ micro-credential issued by the RESA Network.
Provide training and follow-up coaching to assist instructional support staff and classroom teachers in the use of reading/learning strategies
Work with district or school coaches individually, in collaborative teams, and/or with departments, providing practical support on a full range of reading, writing, and communication strategies
Observe and provide feedback to teachers on instruction related to literacy development and content area knowledge
Continue professional growth and strengthen professional teaching knowledge, skills, and strategies through an ongoing program of workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced coursework
Maintain a collection of professional and reading/learning materials related to reading and which reflect current research
Provide professional learning for teachers, volunteers, parents, paraprofessionals, administrators, and other appropriate personnel as needed
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Education or higher from an accredited college or university.
EXPERIENCE:
Successful instructional and/or leadership experience; knowledge of current practices in instructional or literacy coaching, reading, literacy, or other applicable academic disciplines.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Georgia Certificate from the Professional Standards Commission
Minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching experience
Skills in communication, leadership, collaboration, and organization
Strong background in standards-based curriculum
DESIRED QUALIFICATION:
Teacher Leader and Coaching Endorsement
Reading Endorsement
Dyslexia Endorsement
Satisfactory completion of LETRS and/or IMSE OG Training
Preferred experience teaching across various grade levels and content areas
Preferred experience in the design and implementation of professional development focused directly on increasing student achievement.
Successful experience as a mentor and/or coach
Advanced degree(s) in an applicable field
Application Process:
Send the following items to HR@garesa.org
Letter of Interest
Current Resume
Copy of your Current GA Teaching Certificate
In order to be considered, all items must be submitted.
Deadline for Applications: May 23, 2025
For more information contact: HR@garesa.org
WGRESA does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap in any educational program, activity, or employment practice.
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