2026-2027 Reading Intervention and Literacy Coach
Pepin Academies
University of South Florida, Tampa, FL 33620, USA
6/11/2026
Full time
Pepin Academies Reading Intervention and Literacy Coach
Major Function
The Reading Intervention & Literacy Coach at Pepin Academies plays a dual role: delivering targeted, research-based reading intervention to students with learning differences and supporting teachers in implementing the science of reading across classrooms. This educator provides small-group and individualized structured literacy instruction while also serving as a school-wide resource for best practices in reading development, data-driven instruction, and multisensory literacy strategies. The position requires deep expertise in structured literacy, strong collaboration skills, and a commitment to empowering neurodiverse learners.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Deliver explicit, systematic, multisensory reading intervention using evidence-based structured literacy programs.
• Conduct formal and informal literacy assessments to identify student needs and skill gaps.
• Develop individualized intervention plans targeting phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• Provide small-group and one-on-one instruction aligned with IEP goals and student learning profiles.
• Monitor and document student progress, adjusting instruction based on data.
• Implement appropriate accommodations and assistive technology to support literacy access.
• Participate in IEP meetings by sharing data, progress updates, and instructional recommendations.
• Coach teachers in implementing the science of reading and structured literacy practices across grade levels.
• Model effective instructional strategies in classrooms and during professional learning sessions.
• Provide feedback, co-planning, and side-by-side coaching to strengthen literacy instruction.
• Lead or support professional development on decoding, phonics, fluency, comprehension, and multisensory instructional methods.
• Assist teachers in analyzing reading data and using it to guide instruction and intervention decisions.
• Collaborate with administrators and instructional staff to ensure school-wide alignment with evidence-based literacy practices.
• Support literacy within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
• Support the development and refinement of literacy curriculum, intervention systems, and progress-monitoring tools.
• Build strong relationships with teachers, administrators, and other coaches
• Motivate and encourage teachers through on-going feedback
• Attend weekly administrative meetings to provide updates on performance and collaborate to identify instructional challenges and solutions
• Participate in professional development opportunities throughout the year
Required Skills & Experience
• At least 5 years of teaching experience in a classroom setting
• Reading Endorsement Certification
• Experience in instructional mentoring is preferred
• Literacy Coach Endorsement is preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• In-depth knowledge of differentiated instruction, best practices and evidence-based instructional strategies for ESE students
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field is required.
• Master's degree in Reading or related field is preferred.
• Valid State of Florida Teaching Certificate in the area of ESE
• Willingness to pursue professional development aligned with the roles and responsibilities of the position.
Pay Range: $47,976 - $64,878 per year
Major Function
The Reading Intervention & Literacy Coach at Pepin Academies plays a dual role: delivering targeted, research-based reading intervention to students with learning differences and supporting teachers in implementing the science of reading across classrooms. This educator provides small-group and individualized structured literacy instruction while also serving as a school-wide resource for best practices in reading development, data-driven instruction, and multisensory literacy strategies. The position requires deep expertise in structured literacy, strong collaboration skills, and a commitment to empowering neurodiverse learners.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Deliver explicit, systematic, multisensory reading intervention using evidence-based structured literacy programs.
• Conduct formal and informal literacy assessments to identify student needs and skill gaps.
• Develop individualized intervention plans targeting phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• Provide small-group and one-on-one instruction aligned with IEP goals and student learning profiles.
• Monitor and document student progress, adjusting instruction based on data.
• Implement appropriate accommodations and assistive technology to support literacy access.
• Participate in IEP meetings by sharing data, progress updates, and instructional recommendations.
• Coach teachers in implementing the science of reading and structured literacy practices across grade levels.
• Model effective instructional strategies in classrooms and during professional learning sessions.
• Provide feedback, co-planning, and side-by-side coaching to strengthen literacy instruction.
• Lead or support professional development on decoding, phonics, fluency, comprehension, and multisensory instructional methods.
• Assist teachers in analyzing reading data and using it to guide instruction and intervention decisions.
• Collaborate with administrators and instructional staff to ensure school-wide alignment with evidence-based literacy practices.
• Support literacy within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
• Support the development and refinement of literacy curriculum, intervention systems, and progress-monitoring tools.
• Build strong relationships with teachers, administrators, and other coaches
• Motivate and encourage teachers through on-going feedback
• Attend weekly administrative meetings to provide updates on performance and collaborate to identify instructional challenges and solutions
• Participate in professional development opportunities throughout the year
Required Skills & Experience
• At least 5 years of teaching experience in a classroom setting
• Reading Endorsement Certification
• Experience in instructional mentoring is preferred
• Literacy Coach Endorsement is preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• In-depth knowledge of differentiated instruction, best practices and evidence-based instructional strategies for ESE students
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field is required.
• Master's degree in Reading or related field is preferred.
• Valid State of Florida Teaching Certificate in the area of ESE
• Willingness to pursue professional development aligned with the roles and responsibilities of the position.
Pay Range: $47,976 - $64,878 per year