Literacy Coordinator

Employment Opportunity Rosa Iturbide Human Resources Generalist 509.
454.
5317 rosa.
iturbide@esd105.
org Veronica Naranjo Human Resources Director 509.
454.
2858 veronica.
naranjo@esd105.
org Position: Literacy Coordinator Status: Full-time (260 days, 8 hours per day) Salary Range: $110,735-$117,536 (annual salary) Posted Date: November 22, 2023 Starting Date: January 3, 2024 (anticipated) Location: Educational Service District 105 33 South Second Avenue, Yakima, WA 98902 Job Description and Qualifications: See below Application Procedure – Applicants apply through the ESD 105 Fast Track on-line application system at www.
esd105.
org under the Human Resources link, and ESD 105 Job Opportunities.
Medical, vision, dental, paid leave benefits and retirement options are available for employees.
More information can be found at: �� ESD105 Benefits.
Deadline to apply: Open Until Filled Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS 1-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.
Background Check: All new employees who will have unsupervised access to children must complete a satisfactory fingerprint check with the Washington State Patrol and the FBI.
All employment is considered conditional until receipt of the satisfactory background check.
Employment: ESD 105 shall provide equal employment opportunity and treatment for all applicants and staff in recruitment, hiring, retention, assignment, transfer, promotion, and training.
Such equal employment opportunity shall be provided without discrimination with respect to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.
Domestic partners registered with the state of Washington will be offered the same rights/benefits as spouses to the extent that treatment is not in conflict with state or federal law.
Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the ESD’s Title IX/RCW28A.
640 Officer and Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Veronica Naranjo, Human Resources Director, 33 So.
Second Ave.
, Yakima, WA (509) 454-2858 ESD 105 is an Equal Opportunity Employer Vacancy Notice Literacy Coordinator HR Dept.
: 11/22/2023 Job Title: Direct Supervisor: Literacy Coordinator Program Manager Teaching & Learning The primary role of this Literacy Coordinator role is to expand the application of scientifically- based reading research to schools served in the Innovative Approaches to Literacy Grant within the region.
Essential Job Functions: A.
Participate in ESD selected work and trainings on mentoring/coaching and teamwork.
B.
Design and implement regional reading teacher, coach, and librarian trainings.
C.
Demonstration lessons in scientifically research-based programs and strategies on-site and via zoom.
D.
Maintain timely technical assistance to assigned schools within the Innovative Approaches to Literacy grant.
E.
Lead reading, coaching, and reading leadership presentations for teachers and school staff and share scientifically research-based information.
F.
Align and coordinate on-site work with other literacy efforts.
G.
Collaborate with the ESD 105 team and school staff to ensure all grant goals, timelines, and requirements are fulfilled in a timely manner.
H.
Create and design Literacy lessons for out of school programming.
I.
Collaborate with school staff and ESD 105 team to organize and assist with family nights and community events.
Qualifications: Required Education and Experience 1.
Bachelor’s degree in education.
2.
Valid teaching certificate and experience in Grades K-8 specifically with struggling or at-risk students.
3.
Bi-cultural in Hispanic and Eurocentric communities.
4.
Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
5.
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to using an inclusive equitable approach.
6.
Understanding and application of scientific reading research including: a.
Experience training teachers and paraprofessionals in scientifically research-based reading programs, strategies and interventions.
b.
Experience with in-class mentoring, coaching, and consulting with teachers in scientifically research-based reading programs, strategies and interventions.
Placement: K Vacancy Notice Literacy Coordinator HR Dept.
: 11/22/2023 Preferred Education and Experience 1.
Bi-lingual in English and Spanish.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and Spanish.
2.
Master’s degree in Reading/Writing.
3.
Reading emphasis.
Required Skills, Knowledge and or Abilities 1.
Demonstrated understanding and commitment to using a racial equity lens.
2.
Ability to work effectively with culturally diverse individuals and groups 3.
Ability to design and deliver training to groups of adults.
4.
Envisions the work through a lens of diversity, equity and inclusion supporting academic practices that are culturally and linguistically responsive.
5.
Reflective practitioner, open to coaching and improving practice.
6.
Ability to collaborate with school MTSS team to address issues of disproportionality for students and applies school discipline policies and practices in a manner that is gender- responsive, culturally competent and in compliance with title VI, and its implementing regulation.
7.
Knowledge of supports to work with principals, teachers, and staff for the purpose of promoting positive student social emotional support throughout the entire school 8.
High commitment to accomplishment and flexibility in work hours.
9.
Personal transportation and willingness to travel.
Physical Demands The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following conditions: Significant: sitting, talking, hearing, walking, vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception, ability to adjust focus, grasping, handling paperwork, repetitive motion, use of personal computer, looking at a computer monitor, lifting up to 10 pounds Frequent: standing, bending, carrying; use of phone; use of copy machine Occasional: driving, lifting over 10 pounds up to 45 pounds, reaching above the shoulder, use of fax machine Significant - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of time (5.
5+ hrs/day) Frequent - Occupation requires this activity from 33% to 66% of time (2.
5 to 5.
5+ hrs/day) Occasional - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of time (0 to 2.
5+ hrs/day) The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, the scope of responsibilities, and the physical demands, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of the work requirements.
Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.
Changes to the position description may be made at the discretion of the employer.