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Date Posted 7/7/2025 Contact Steven LopezNumber of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range
$83,759.00 - $167,955.00 Annually Length of Work Year 25-26 Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary
The Literacy Specialist works closely with teachers, administrators, and the Inclusive Education department to design and execute comprehensive literacy plans aimed at increasing student achievement across general education, special education, and intervention groups. This role supports both educators and students by coaching teachers on evidence-based literacy strategies and designing culturally responsive, high-quality literacy instruction. The Literacy Specialist will manage and streamline schoolwide literacy and intervention programs, analyze data to support struggling students, and offer in-person or video conferencing support during school hours, after school, on Saturdays, and during vacation periods. Additionally, the Literacy Specialist leads professional development for teachers, school leaders, and parents, and collaborates with Department and Grade Level Leads to ensure effective literacy and English Language Development (ELD) practices. The position also focuses on improving reading intervention for students who need additional support and works to implement the curriculum framework for English Language Arts and ELD in California.
Requirements / QualificationsQualifications: Valid CA Clear Multiple Subject Credential Minimum 3 years teaching experience in the classroom Experience serving students of color and students that qualify for free and reduced lunch (preferred) Successful data-backed experience teaching grades transitional kindergarten through Fifth Grade; experience with various grade levels Experience with and belief in the Science of Reading Successful experience teaching groups of students for intervention (desired) Management/Leadership experience (desired) Strong verbal and written communication skills Spanish Fluency (preferred) Experience in differentiated and intervention supports History of producing dramatic, measurable student achievement gains
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to the following): Designing and implementing evidence-based literacy initiatives Manage a coaching load of 2-5 teachers Analyze literacy and ELD data regularly Support school with a culture of reading (e.g., literacy workshops, assemblies) Join SECA SLT Learning Walks to gather trends and ideas. Manage, coach, and evaluate the implementation of the SECA literacy and ELD curricula (e.g., Heggerty Phonemic Awareness, Benchmark Advance, Launch to Literacy, and EL Education) Provide professional development for educators and school leaders in literacy instruction, the use of data to identify and support struggling pupils, the implementation of the curriculum framework for English Language Arts and English Language Development for California Coordinate services for multi-language learners, including designated and integrated ELD instruction and the execution of initial and summative ELPAC assessments Support the teachers with response to data and development of small groups, strategic standards being spiraled through stations and small groups Collaborate with the local Los Angeles Public Library branch to arrange library visits for all SECA students Collaborate with the Community Schools Manager, Principal, and Family Engagement Coordinator to establish an evidence-based family literacy initiative Continue one’s own professional development in regards to the Science of Reading and research-based literacy pedagogy Supervise student lunch and/or recess periods as assigned Other duties as assigned
Requirements / QualificationsQualifications: Valid CA Clear Multiple Subject Credential Minimum 3 years teaching experience in the classroom Experience serving students of color and students that qualify for free and reduced lunch (preferred) Successful data-backed experience teaching grades transitional kindergarten through Fifth Grade; experience with various grade levels Experience with and belief in the Science of Reading Successful experience teaching groups of students for intervention (desired) Management/Leadership experience (desired) Strong verbal and written communication skills Spanish Fluency (preferred) Experience in differentiated and intervention supports History of producing dramatic, measurable student achievement gains
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to the following): Designing and implementing evidence-based literacy initiatives Manage a coaching load of 2-5 teachers Analyze literacy and ELD data regularly Support school with a culture of reading (e.g., literacy workshops, assemblies) Join SECA SLT Learning Walks to gather trends and ideas. Manage, coach, and evaluate the implementation of the SECA literacy and ELD curricula (e.g., Heggerty Phonemic Awareness, Benchmark Advance, Launch to Literacy, and EL Education) Provide professional development for educators and school leaders in literacy instruction, the use of data to identify and support struggling pupils, the implementation of the curriculum framework for English Language Arts and English Language Development for California Coordinate services for multi-language learners, including designated and integrated ELD instruction and the execution of initial and summative ELPAC assessments Support the teachers with response to data and development of small groups, strategic standards being spiraled through stations and small groups Collaborate with the local Los Angeles Public Library branch to arrange library visits for all SECA students Collaborate with the Community Schools Manager, Principal, and Family Engagement Coordinator to establish an evidence-based family literacy initiative Continue one’s own professional development in regards to the Science of Reading and research-based literacy pedagogy Supervise student lunch and/or recess periods as assigned Other duties as assigned
Comments and Other Information Salary and Benefits: Salary: BSS Teacher Dean Scale placement Status: Full Time, this role will fall on administrator calendar Start Date: An exceptional candidate will start this role no later than July 2025 Location: Los Angeles, CA Benefits: Health, dental, vision, STRS retirement matching, life insurance, short-term disability, optional 403b plan, sick and vacation paid time off, and holidays. Other Benefits: Laptop Complimentary ClassPass membership Job-embedded mentor program for new coordinators with an intern or preliminary teaching credential Instructional Leaders as Principals School Counselors to support with family engagement and communication Comments and Other InformationSalary and Benefits: Salary: BSS Teacher Dean Scale placement Status: Full Time, this role will fall on administrator calendar Start Date: An exceptional candidate will start this role no later than July 2025 Location: Los Angeles, CA Benefits: Health, dental, vision, STRS retirement matching, life insurance, short-term disability, optional 403b plan, sick and vacation paid time off, and holidays. Other Benefits: Laptop Complimentary ClassPass membership Job-embedded mentor program for new coordinators with an intern or preliminary teaching credential Instructional Leaders as Principals School Counselors to support with family engagement and communication Links Related To This Job Bright Star Schools website View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY (Current Employees ONLY) APPLY QUICK APPLY