Literacy Cadre Coach: Data-Driven Reading Leadership

Literacy Cadre Instructional Coach Job Description Position Overview: The MSD of Pike Township Literacy Cadre Coach will strengthen K–8 Tier 1 literacy instruction through data-driven instructional coaching and job-embedded professional learning. In partnership with building principals, instructional leaders, and the Chief Academic Officer, the Literacy Cadre Coach will leverage local data to deliver high-quality literacy coaching aligned with the Science of Reading — ensuring all students in Pike Township have access to coherent, evidence-based instruction that accelerates measurable literacy achievement. Key Responsibilities: Professional Learning & IDOE Partnership

• Participate in all professional learning, training, and convenings provided by the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE), including statewide cadre sessions and required virtual touchpoints.
• Collaborate with the IDOE Literacy Coach Specialist (LCS) and maintain all required documentation, data submissions, and reporting as directed by the IDOE.
• Represent MSD of Pike Township as a professional ambassador for literacy leadership, coherent systems, and continuous improvement.

Instructional Coaching

• Modeling evidence-based instructional practices aligned with the Science of Reading in classroom settings.
• Facilitating job-embedded professional learning grounded in current student data and aligned with the Science of Reading.
• Utilizing diagnostic and progress monitoring data when assisting with instructional planning and recommending adjustments for individual teachers and grade-level teams.
• Developing coaching cycle plans, professional goals, and action items to address and monitor identified areas of instructional growth.
• Supporting educators in delivering instruction across all tiers within MSD of Pike Township's Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework.
• Ensuring that student achievement and growth data is routinely collected, analyzed, and used to drive instructional decisions at both the classroom and school levels.

Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate with building principals and the Chief Academic Officer to align coaching priorities with school and district academic goals.
• Model a culture of continuous learning and serve as a thought leader for student literacy improvement across assigned schools.
• Build, establish, and maintain productive relationships with teachers, instructional coaches, building administrators, and district leadership.
• Assist school administrators and teachers in developing and refining school-wide reading plans, including strategies for monitoring implementation fidelity and student outcomes.

Data Management & Accountability

• Maintain current, school-level data and anecdotal records aligned to the Science of Reading coaching cycle.
• Gather and submit survey data and local assessment data as required by the IDOE, maintaining accuracy and timeliness in all reporting.
• Create and maintain a shared coaching calendar that is accessible to teachers, building administrators, and the Pike Township cadre leadership team.
• Support the alignment of assessment practices and instructional materials with district adopted curricula and the Science of Reading.

Ongoing Professional Growth

• Engage in ongoing professional learning to remain current on the latest research-based coaching strategies and Science of Reading instructional practices.
• Participate in Pike Township Curriculum and Instruction Team (CIT) professional learning as aligned with district-wide literacy priorities.
• Pursue and maintain any required endorsements, certifications, or credentials as directed by IDOE and district leadership.

Compliance & District Alignment

• Perform all duties in full compliance with IDOE requirements, MSD of Pike Township Board of Trustees policies, and applicable federal program guidelines.
• Coordinate with the district's federal programs office to ensure alignment with Title I, Title II, and related compliance obligations as applicable.
• Adhere to all confidentiality requirements related to student data and educator evaluations.

Family & Community Engagement ●Provide resources and strategies to strengthen the home–school connection. Performance Indicators: ●Completion of all IDOE-required training, submissions, and reporting milestones on time.

• Evidence of consistent, high-quality coaching cycles documented in the shared coaching calendar and anecdotal records.
• Measurable improvement in teacher implementation of Science of Reading practices as observed through coaching data.
• Positive trends in student literacy achievement and growth data at assigned schools.
• Strong working relationships with building principals, teachers, and district leadership as evidenced by stakeholder feedback.

Qualifications: ●Bachelor’s Degree in Education

• Valid Indiana Teaching License
• Successful teaching experience and/or advanced coursework in literacy, math, and/or English and multilingual learners
• Experience with compliance requirements, and documentation strongly preferred.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience. Working Conditions: This position may involve sitting and/or standing for extended periods. This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of employees in this role. Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply. All candidates must apply directly on the MSD of Pike Township website to be considered: Metropolitan School District of Pike Township - Frontline Recruitment #J-18808-Ljbffr MSD of Pike Township