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REDWOOD CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT LITERACY COACH Description and Goals: The Literacy Coach supports high-quality literacy instruction across a K–8 school site by working directly with teachers to improve student outcomes in reading, writing, and language development. Alignment and training will be provided through the LCRSET grant and training model, and the coach provides job-embedded support through modeling, co-teaching, observation, and feedback cycles. The role focuses on strengthening Tier 1 instruction, supporting English Learners through designated and integrated ELD, and building teacher capacity through ongoing professional development. The Literacy Coach collaborates with grade-level teams, administration, and MTSS staff to analyze data, plan instruction, and ensure alignment of literacy practices across the school. This position plays a key role in implementing evidence-based literacy strategies and ensuring consistency with district curriculum, LCAP goals, and schoolwide priorities. Primary Responsibilities: Instructional Coaching & Support Provide job-embedded coaching to teachers through cycles of modeling, co-teaching, observation, and feedback aligned to the LCRSET framework. Support implementation of district-adopted literacy curriculum (e.g., Benchmark, foundational skills programs, and supplemental resources). Assist teachers in delivering explicit, systematic instruction in foundational reading skills (phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension). Promote effective instructional strategies such as: Structured literacy practices Reading comprehension routines Academic discourse and writing from text Support both designated and integrated ELD instruction, with an emphasis on biliteracy and language development. Professional Development & LCRSET Alignment Design and facilitate professional learning aligned to the LCRSET training model, including: Structured literacy practices Science of Reading-aligned instruction Differentiation and scaffolding for diverse learners Lead site-based PD, grade-level collaboration, and literacy-focused PLCs. Participate in required LCRSET trainings and ensure implementation of grant expectations at the site level. Build teacher capacity through sustained professional learning, not one-time trainings. Data Analysis & Instructional Planning Collaborate with teachers and grade-level teams to: Analyze student data (i-Ready, Literably, BPST, ELPAC, curriculum-based assessments) Identify students in need of support and plan targeted instruction Support the development and monitoring of SMART goals within PLC cycles. Use data to guide instructional decisions and monitor progress toward grade-level proficiency. MTSS & Intervention Support Work closely with the MTSS TOSA, administration, and intervention staff to align literacy supports across Tier 1 and Tier 2. Assist in identifying students needing intervention and ensuring interventions are aligned to classroom instruction. Support progress monitoring systems and ensure data is used to adjust instruction. Collaboration & Leadership Partner with site administration to ensure literacy priorities align with the School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) and LCAP goals. Serve as a member of the site leadership team and contribute to schoolwide planning. Support vertical articulation across grade levels (K–8) to ensure coherence in literacy instruction. Collaborate with district instructional coaches and Ed Services to ensure alignment with district initiatives. Family & Community Engagement Support family literacy efforts by: Providing resources and strategies to families Participating in literacy-related family engagement events Promote understanding of