Coordinator - Literacy

The Literacy Coordinator supports K-12 literacy initiatives across Baltimore City Public Schools, including student assessments, curriculum development, and professional learning. This role supports the development, revision, and alignment of literacy curricula to the Maryland College and Career-Ready Standards and the City Schools Instructional Models for Literacy. The Literacy Coordinator collaborates with internal teams, external partners, and vendors to identify high-quality instructional practices and resources, and designs professional learning experiences that strengthen literacy instruction and improve teaching and learning outcomes districtwide.

Essential Functions

• Plans, coordinates, and supports the implementation of the Maryland College and Career-Ready Standards for Literacy across K-12 schools.
• Designs, delivers, and supports ongoing professional learning to promote research-based and effective literacy instructional practices.
• Analyzes and uses multiple sources of data to strategically support the instructional needs of teachers, schools, and administrators.
• Develops and provides guidance, resources, and technical assistance to school leaders and educators on best practices in literacy instruction.
• Coordinates the development, alignment, and implementation of literacy curriculum and assessments.
• Collaborates with offices and departments across the organization to ensure coherent and effective implementation of districtwide literacy initiatives.
• Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to advance high-quality teaching and learning throughout the district.
• Ensures clear, consistent communication regarding literacy initiatives, expectations, and supports.
• Performs all duties in compliance with federal and state laws, school board policies, professional standards, and equal employment and nondiscrimination requirements.
  
  
  

Maximum Salary 180471.00

Minimum Salary 101250.00

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Maryland State Department of Education Advanced Professional Certificate with an Administrator I endorsement.
• Minimum of three years of classroom teaching experience in English Language Arts, preferably across both elementary and secondary grade levels.
• At least three years of experience designing, facilitating, and delivering professional learning for school-based educators.
• Extensive knowledge of the Maryland College and Career-Ready Standards and demonstrated experience developing literacy curriculum, assessments, and professional learning presentations.
• A comprehensive background in literacy instruction, including curriculum design and assessment development.
• Proven experience managing and leading large-scale, multi-stakeholder projects in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of current research and evidence-based best practices in K-12 literacy instruction.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and collaborate with diverse teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with a range of computer applications, including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Learning Management Systems, reporting platforms, databases, and online professional learning tools.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures affecting educators within Baltimore City Public Schools.
  
  
  

Full time or Part time Full time

Additional Details

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application
  
  
  

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.

This position is affiliated with the Public School Administrators and Supervisors Association (PSASA) bargaining union.

This position is affiliated with the State Retirement System.

In accordance with Maryland law, City School is required to share the position salary ranges in its entirety. Please note, this is not the hiring range. The hiring range for this position is ($101,250 - 149,361)