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COORDINATOR: DISTRICT LITERACY

Albuquerque Public Schools

Albuquerque, NM

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Coaching, Community Intervention, Continuous Improvement, Documentation, Employment Contracts, Federal Laws and Regulations, Funding, Literacy, Needs Assessment, Organizational Skills, Procedure Implementation, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Purchasing/Procurement, Reading Intervention, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Requirements Management, Special Education, Staff Training, State Laws and Regulations, Systems Analysis, Training/Teaching, University/School Policies, University/School Regulations
LOCATION
Albuquerque, NM
POSTED
1 day ago
Purpose: The District Literacy Coordinator (DLC) will serve one local educational agency (LEAs) to support comprehensive literacy teaching and learning systems. This may include supporting HQIM implementation, evidence based instructional practices, MLSS systems, literacy coaching, professional development and materials purchase and alignment. The DLC will work on site within the district/s they serve. This position is funded by the CLSD federal grant, awarded to NMPED in 2024 and running October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2029. Funding is dependent upon congressional appropriation each fiscal year.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential Functions. An individual in this role must be able to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodation:
  • Lead alignment of district literacy practices to the state literacy approach by conducting a district Literacy Systems Assessment using the Literacy Evaluation Tool (LET) to identify the highest needs schools, address student needs and outline how evidence-based practices and professional development will be implemented.
  • Lead the creation and / or refinement of the K-12 District Literacy Plan based on a LET informed logic model for change.
  • Oversee monitoring and continuous improvement of district literacy outcomes.
  • Ensure that CLSD funding is used in accordance with the parameters of the grant.
  • Supervise and support one to two literacy coaches (who will provide in-person coaching for general education teachers, special education teachers, and reading interventionists), as well as collaborate with the school's instructional coaches, as determined by data review and needs assessment.
  • Allocate grant funding for professional development and/or materials based on the district Literacy Evaluation Tool (LET).
  • Facilitate literacy PD, including in the strategies recommended in the IES Practice Guides, and in use of assessments to plan instruction and intervention, Communities of Practice, and other NMPED required training.
  • Meet at least monthly with the Director of Instruction or Superintendent regarding the district literacy plan and its implementation.
  • Attend all district literacy team meetings and ensure the creation of school / district literacy teams.
  • Attend and support school-based PLCs.
  • Attend all training for CLSD District Literacy Coordinators. This includes CoPs twice a month (virtual) and in person training.
  • Support and prepare for CLSD site monitoring visits from NMPED and the US Department of Education.
  • Adhere to all CLSD compliance, reporting and evaluation requirements at the federal and state level.
  • Adhere to all grant implementation processes, procedures, and expectations.
  • Adhere to CLSD statutory requirements and work only on CLSD related work.
  • Keep work logs as necessary for documentation of CLSD activities.
  • Be the district contact person with the REC and NMPED.
Duties. All duties are standard and apply to all Albuquerque Public Schools employees. (This section can not be altered)
  • Complies with state-approved Code of Ethics of the Education Profession, APS employee handbook, employment contract and upholds and enforces rules, administrative directives and regulations, school board policies, and local, state and federal regulations.
  • Articulates and facilitates the implementation of the mission and values of the Albuquerque Public Schools.
  • Safeguards confidentiality of privileged information.
  • Prepares and maintains accurate and complete records and reports as required by law, state directives, District policy and administrative regulations.
  • Shares the responsibility for the supervision and care of District inventory, proper and safe use of facilities, equipment and supplies, and reports safety hazards promptly.
  • Maintains professional relationships and works cooperatively with employees, the community and other professionals.
  • Maintains professional competence through District mandated, individual and staff training, in-service educational activities and self-selected professional growth activities.
  • Attends and/or conducts staff meetings and participates on committees within areas of responsibility.
  • Performs other tasks related to area of CLSD work as requested or assigned by an immediate supervisor.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities.
  • Level 2 or 3 NM teaching license
  • Instructional coaching in grades K-12
  • Strong understanding of HQIM and literacy intervention based on the MLSS model
  • Knowledge of summative and interim assessments in NM
  • Reading Endorsement
REQUIREMENTS:

Required Education, Licenses, Certifications, & Experience.
  • Master's degree in education with a focus on literacy
  • Valid New Mexico Administrator License
  • Minimum 5 years of teaching experience in K-12 education
  • Completion of LETRS and / or AIM Pathways training within first six months of hire

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Contact: Cheryl Wheeler at / wheeler_c@aps.edu
APPLY TO:

Apply at www.aps.edu and submit a District Support application.

A cover letter, resume and any other supporting documents MUST be submitted prior to 4:00 PM on the closing date of the advertisement for your application to be considered complete. Cover letter and resumes are considered valid for one year from the submission date.

ADDITIONAL INFO:
GRADE / LEVEL: DSE16
SALARY: $94,878.05
DAYS: 226
HOURS:
START DATE: July 8, 2026
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