Literacy Coach Consultant Grades K3

About CSAS

At the Center for Student Achievement Solutions, we partner with schools and districts nationwide to improve teaching and learning through the Science of Reading and structured literacy. Our work is grounded in equity, excellence, and results. We deliver high-quality professional development and job-embedded coaching to ensure all students, especially those furthest from opportunity, become proficient readers.

Learn more: www.studentachievementsolutions.com

About the Role

We are seeking highly qualified, experienced K–3 literacy experts to serve as Literacy Coach Consultants providing onsite, job-embedded coaching and professional development in NYC public schools.

This role is designed for professionals with deep knowledge of the Science of Reading and proven classroom experience implementing structured literacy programs.

If you’ve successfully taught phonics using programs like UFLI, Heggerty, or Fundations, we want to hear from you!

Who Should Apply
 

• You’ve taught grades K–3 within the last 10 years using structured literacy approaches.
• You’ve directly implemented at least one of the following:
  • UFLI Foundations
  • Heggerty / Bridge the Gap
  • ISME Orton-Gillingham
  • Preventing Academic Failure (PAF)
  • Fundations
  • Really Great Reading
• You’ve coached or led PD for teachers on early literacy best practices.
• You live in New York City and are available for onsite school visits.
• You are not currently employed by the NYC Department of Education.

• Deliver onsite coaching to K–3 teachers aligned to school and district literacy goals.
• Model and co-plan evidence-based lessons that align with the Science of Reading.
• Facilitate 1:1 coaching and team-level PD sessions.
• Support the implementation of core phonics and literacy intervention programs.
• Analyze data (e.g., Acadience, mCLASS) and support data-driven instruction.
• Build teacher capacity through reflective conversations and actionable feedback.

• Master’s degree in Literacy, Special Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field.
• 5+ years of K–3 classroom teaching experience, within the past 10 years.
• 3+ years of coaching or PD facilitation experience.
• Expertise in the Science of Reading and structured literacy practices.
• Proficiency using diagnostic and progress-monitoring tools.
• Must be fingerprinted and approved in the NYC DOE PETS system.

• Opportunities to impact student learning at scale
• Comprehensive training and support from our expert team
• Collaborate with passionate, mission-driven educators
• Flexible part-time schedule aligned with school calendars

• Your résumé
• A cover letter describing your direct experience with K–3 structured literacy instruction and specific phonics programs taught

Note: Only candidates who meet all minimum qualifications will be contacted.

The Center for Student Achievement Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.
We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all team members.