K-5th Grade Elementary Literacy and Social Studies Coach

Description: K-5th Grade Elementary Literacy and Social Studies Coach This position is for one year 1.0 FTE

Effective Date of Employment: Beginning of the 2026-27 school year

Application Deadline: August 27, 2026 – 4:00 p.m.

Application Procedures: Internal and External Candidates: Apply on-line at www.district196.org

Job Summary: The literacy and social studies coach has a crucial role in advancing literacy skills and promoting effective instructional practices within the district. The primary focus will be on enhancing core literacy instruction through coaching staff around principles of structured literacy and implementation of the new district literacy curriculum. The literacy and social studies coach will support pre-k programming along with three elementary schools; and will collaborate with other district coaches, including math coaches, digital resource teachers, social/emotional intervention support personnel and special education leads to ensure a comprehensive and aligned approach that supports classroom teachers, building administrators, and leadership teams.

Qualifications:

• Current Minnesota kindergarten or elementary teaching license
• Trained in structured literacy to meet Minnesota Read Act Requirements to the job requirements
• Minimum of 5 years of successful teaching experience
• Master's degree in education, literacy, or a related field (preferred)
• Training or certification in structured literacy (preferred)
• Demonstrated success in coaching and or mentoring teachers
• Strong understanding of literacy assessment tools and data analysis
• Knowledge of current trends and research in literacy instruction
• Knowledge of MN Early Learning Standards are called, ECIPS - Early Childhood Indicators of Progress and includes ages Birth to Five and English-Language Arts Standards
• Knowledge, experience, and understanding of the district's learning and technology framework and use of Seesaw / Schoology within a 1:1 environment
• Commitment to equity and culturally responsive teaching
• Strong interpersonal, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to work well with adult learners
• Ability to work well as part of a collaborative team
• Ability to resolve conflicts with groups and individuals

Key Responsibilities:

Professional Development:

• Design, facilitate, and deliver professional development sessions for teachers focused on structured literacy instruction, differentiated instruction, and Tier 1 literacy interventions.
• Support and guide teams and individual teachers in the implementation of district literacy curriculum and structured literacy principles and strategies.
• Lead annual district training sessions for new teachers and teachers who are new to grade level.

Coaching, Mentoring, Modeling, and Problem-Solving:

• Provide ongoing, on-site coaching and mentoring to teachers, supporting the implementation of structured literacy practices in the classroom.
• Conduct classroom observations, provide constructive feedback, and assist teachers in refining instructional techniques to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Provide opportunities for teachers to observe the modeling of various aspects of instruction
• Co-teach in literacy as part of coaching when needed
• Problem-solve with teachers in making responsive instructional decisions regarding interventions and extensions to meet student needs.

Data Analysis and Assessment:

• Analyze literacy assessment data to identify trends, areas of improvement, and opportunities for intervention.
• Work closely with teachers to interpret assessment results and develop targeted instructional plans for individuals and small groups.

Collaboration with District Coaches:

• Collaborate with other district coaches (i.e. math, special education leads, digital resource teachers, ELD) to integrate literacy strategies across disciplines and promote a unified approach to instruction.
• Participate in regular team meetings to share best practices, align coaching strategies, and address cross-curricular challenges.

Curriculum Alignment:

• Work with the Literacy Specialist and other partners to ensure alignment between structured literacy initiatives and the overall district curriculum.

Ability to work beyond the school year and student day as needed (compensation provided).

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Responsible To: K-5 Content Coordinator, and Elementary Literacy Specialist

Compensation / Benefits: According to contractual agreement.

If benefit eligible, benefits are available to new employees effective the first day of active employment. Benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long term disability insurance, sick-leave, state pension plan, tax-deferred retirement savings account, and flexible spending account. Some employee groups also receive vacation, holidays or personal leave. Benefit information is available at Employee Benefits - Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196

Our team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission of Educating, developing, and inspiring our students for lifelong success. Our core values are student-centered, based in empathy and integrity to support the wellbeing of the whole person, and learning with high expectations for all. Our culture of collaboration fosters an environment of inclusivity, engagement and belonging for all students, and inspires a love of learning for all ages. Our vision is to provide the experiences that our students, families and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures; engaging students with opportunities in academics, arts and athletics (Triple A philosophy), and living our mission to prepare students for lifelong success.

District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville, and Vermillion Township. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes' list of America's Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employers and how likely they would be to recommend them to others.

District 196 has 20 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K-12 special education school, and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-22. The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services, and offers extensive community education programs and classes for learners of all ages.

Equal Opportunity Employer As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status,* disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, membership or activity in a local human rights commission,* age or genetic information.* District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.

The Director of Human Resources, Joel Milteer (651-423-7859 – [email protected]) is the designated Title IX Coordinator and has also been designated to respond to employment-related inquiries regarding the district's non-discrimination policies. The Director of Elementary Education, Jeremy Sorenson (651-423-7782 – [email protected]) and the Director of Secondary Education, Eric Hansen (651-423-7712 – [email protected]) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding the district's non-discrimination policies. The Director of Special Education, Janet Fimmen (651-423-7629 – [email protected]) has been designated to respond to inquiries concerning the rights of a student with a disability. The mailing address for all directors is 3455 153rd Street W, Rosemount, MN 55068. Title IX inquiries may also be referred to the Assistant Secretary of the US Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

*Asterisked categories are limited to employment-related discrimination and harassment.