Instructional Specialist - Literacy (Full-Time), 10 months/yr. (RSY 26-27)

Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES is an educational agency serving nine school districts in the New York State counties of Monroe and Orleans:
Brockport, Churchville-Chili, Gates Chili, Greece, Hilton, Holley, Kendall, Spencerport, and Wheatland-Chili.

Vision: Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES is the educational partner of choice. We strive for continuous improvement in serving
the diverse needs of our community, helping all students achieve their full potential.

BOCES 2 Core Values: Collaboration, Expertise, Innovation, Integrity, Quality, Respect, and Responsiveness.
Pay Scale: $47,500 - $67,500 / Year (by FTE), Based on Education and Experience

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Literacy Instructional Specialist assists classroom staff in all areas of literacy program and instructional support.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Act as an instructional coach supporting effective, evidence-based literacy instruction across programs.
• Maintain a visible and ongoing presence in classrooms to support lesson planning, instructional materials, literacy strategies, and formative and summative assessment practices.
• Provide professional learning through modeling, co-teaching, and coaching to support staff implementation of research-based reading practices aligned with New York State Standards, Essential Elements, and the Science of Reading.
• Facilitate guidance, support, and ongoing development of ELA curriculum across BOCES programs.
• Provide specialized and differentiated small-group literacy instruction for students reading below grade level, while collaborating with teachers to build instructional capacity and strengthen literacy practices.
• Design, deliver, and support ongoing professional development using developmentally appropriate, assessment-driven instruction grounded in current research and best practices.
• Provide staff development focused on differentiated literacy instruction aligned to New York State ELA Standards and NYSED Science of Reading expectations.
• Support staff understanding and use of New York State ELA Assessments (K-12) and analyze student and program data to identify areas for instructional improvement.
• Provide oversight and guidance related to annual literacy performance assessments, including CBT and Regents Exams.
• Consult with teachers K-12 on the design, implementation, and monitoring of classroom-based literacy interventions for students with reading disabilities.
• Collaborate with the Instructional Specialist team to ensure consistent instructional support and a cohesive literacy framework across content areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Administration.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: Minimum of 5 years teaching experience. Experience with Science of Reading, preferred.
Education: New York State Certification in Literacy. New York State Certification in Special Education, preferred.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE (Apply Online): Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES - Frontline Recruitment