LITERACY COACH: READING SPECIALIST - TEMPORARY CONTRACT (ABBOTT, LINCOLN & ROSA PARKS SCHOOLS) at Lynwood Unified School District
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Application Deadline
7/10/2026 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/30/2026
Contact
Miriam Bryant
310-886-1646
Number of Openings
3
Salary
Pay Range
$60,886 - $127,586 Annually
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$60,886 - $127,586 Annually
Length of Work Year
185 Days Work Year - (Aug. - June)
Employment Type
Full Time
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Requirements / Qualifications
- THESE POSITIONS ARE OPEN TO INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY TEMPORARY POSITION UNDER GRANT DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Under the immediate direction of the Elementary Principal. The position of Literacy Coach is to provide specialized academic instruction to support students in developing necessary literacy skills. The reading Specialist is responsible for implementing a comprehensive literacy program through coaching, supporting, guiding teachers in best practices for literacy instruction and providing professional development along with Major duties and responsibilities list below. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Permanent status in LUSD • Meet district standard performance ratings on Stull evaluation and, in the preceding four years, have no unsatisfactory or needs improvement rating • Three years or more of teaching experience • Clear Multiple Subjects Credential • Appropriate certification to teach English language learners (CLAD, BCLAD, SB1969 certificate, BCC or LDS certificate) or willingness to make a commitment to gain certification within one year of assignment. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: • Preferred Reading and Literacy Added authorization CL-812 credential • Experience in collaborative planning and delivery of differentiated professional development to classroom practitioners
- Knowledge of research-based literacy assessment, instructional strategies, intervention approaches and methodologies • Knowledge of evidence based instructional practices grounded in the science of reading • Knowledge of differentiated classroom instructional practices that promote student academic success • Knowledge and understanding of the needs of a diverse student population • Strong oral and written communication skills • Knowledge of California State Content Standards and Frameworks • Ability to design, plan and model strategies that support teachers in developing engaging, effective lessons to increase student reading learning outcomes APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Completed Certificated Application via www.edjoin.org Letter of Introduction highlighting your qualifications Current Resume Three (3) current letters of reference from present and/or past supervisors (Date within 1 year) Copy of Credential(s) SUBMISSION OF THE APPLICATION AND MATERIALS IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT; ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS NEED TO BE SUBMITTED VIA EDJOIN BY THE DEADLINE. AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION MAY DISQUALIFY THE APPLICANT ROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Lynwood Unified School District shall not be subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation,
Requirements / Qualifications
- THESE POSITIONS ARE OPEN TO INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY TEMPORARY POSITION UNDER GRANT DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Under the immediate direction of the Elementary Principal. The position of Literacy Coach is to provide specialized academic instruction to support students in developing necessary literacy skills. The reading Specialist is responsible for implementing a comprehensive literacy program through coaching, supporting, guiding teachers in best practices for literacy instruction and providing professional development along with Major duties and responsibilities list below. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Permanent status in LUSD • Meet district standard performance ratings on Stull evaluation and, in the preceding four years, have no unsatisfactory or needs improvement rating • Three years or more of teaching experience • Clear Multiple Subjects Credential • Appropriate certification to teach English language learners (CLAD, BCLAD, SB1969 certificate, BCC or LDS certificate) or willingness to make a commitment to gain certification within one year of assignment. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: • Preferred Reading and Literacy Added authorization CL-812 credential • Experience in collaborative planning and delivery of differentiated professional development to classroom practitioners
- Knowledge of research-based literacy assessment, instructional strategies, intervention approaches and methodologies • Knowledge of evidence based instructional practices grounded in the science of reading • Knowledge of differentiated classroom instructional practices that promote student academic success • Knowledge and understanding of the needs of a diverse student population • Strong oral and written communication skills • Knowledge of California State Content Standards and Frameworks • Ability to design, plan and model strategies that support teachers in developing engaging, effective lessons to increase student reading learning outcomes APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Completed Certificated Application via www.edjoin.org Letter of Introduction highlighting your qualifications Current Resume Three (3) current letters of reference from present and/or past supervisors (Date within 1 year) Copy of Credential(s) SUBMISSION OF THE APPLICATION AND MATERIALS IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT; ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS NEED TO BE SUBMITTED VIA EDJOIN BY THE DEADLINE. AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION MAY DISQUALIFY THE APPLICANT ROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Lynwood Unified School District shall not be subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation,
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and bullying based on the person's actual or perceived race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin or nationality, religion, age, parental status, family status, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation, ancestry, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by federal law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s), recruitment process, application acceptance, testing, selection, and hiring process and employment. For any equal right or opportunity concerns or complaints, employees please contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX and CC of R Title V Compliance Officer (Employees), 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, 310- 886-1490; students contact the Director of Student Services, Title IX and CC of R Title V Compliance Officer (Students), 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, 310- 886-1618. SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION: LUSD prohibits harassment on the basis of sex. Sexual harassment consist of any unwelcome sexual favors, and other verbal, visual, or physical conduct of a sexual nature, made by someone from or in the work or educational setting. Please reference Education Code section 212.5 for further information on this topic. Any individual who believes he/she has been subjected to sexual harassment and/or incidents of sexual harassment impacting recruitment, testing, hiring, employment, or educational programs, must be reported to the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX and CC of R Title V Compliance Officer (Employees), 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, 310- 886-1490, and Director of Student Services, Title IX and CC of R Title V Compliance Officer (Students), 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, 310- 886-1618.
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and bullying based on the person's actual or perceived race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin or nationality, religion, age, parental status, family status, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation, ancestry, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by federal law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s), recruitment process, application acceptance, testing, selection, and hiring process and employment. For any equal right or opportunity concerns or complaints, employees please contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX and CC of R Title V Compliance Officer (Employees), 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, 310- 886-1490; students contact the Director of Student Services, Title IX and CC of R Title V Compliance Officer (Students), 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, 310- 886-1618. SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION: LUSD prohibits harassment on the basis of sex. Sexual harassment consist of any unwelcome sexual favors, and other verbal, visual, or physical conduct of a sexual nature, made by someone from or in the work or educational setting. Please reference Education Code section 212.5 for further information on this topic. Any individual who believes he/she has been subjected to sexual harassment and/or incidents of sexual harassment impacting recruitment, testing, hiring, employment, or educational programs, must be reported to the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX and CC of R Title V Compliance Officer (Employees), 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, 310- 886-1490, and Director of Student Services, Title IX and CC of R Title V Compliance Officer (Students), 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, 310- 886-1618.
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