Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Join Bailey Education Group, LLC as a Contract Literacy & Science of Reading Instructional Coach and immerse yourself in a dynamic educational environment where your expertise can truly shine! This onsite position in Missouri and in areas of Nebraska offers you the opportunity to collaborate with dedicated educators, directly impacting literacy outcomes and helping students thrive. You'll be at the forefront of innovation, employing structured literacy practices and evidence-based strategies that fuel student success. Our culture emphasizes teamwork and accountability, ensuring that you have the support of like-minded professionals as you work towards closing achievement gaps. If you're ready to be part of a forward-thinking organization that values integrity and excellence, this is your chance to make an immediate impact in schools across Missouri.

Your passion for developing lifelong readers will resonate with the community, making every day a rewarding experience!

Bailey Education Group is committed to partnering with all schools and districts to improve the lives of all children through customized professional development and side-by-side teacher coaching, performed by certified instructional coaches with a deep understanding of state standards for Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies. We also offer professional development and training for both in school and district leadership, special needs services, early childhood, technology, multi-tiered systems of support and many other areas. At Bailey Education Group, we have a proven track record in professional development programs and coaching services that is quantifiable.

As a Literacy Instructional Coach with Bailey Education Group in Missouri, your day is dedicated to empowering educators and enhancing literacy outcomes through research-driven strategies rooted in the Science of Reading. You'll begin by partnering with teachers and school leaders in local schools, whether in Omaha, Lincoln, Kearney, Ogallala, or surrounding areas. Your day includes conducting classroom observations, modeling effective teaching techniques, and providing real-time feedback to ensure high-quality, standards-aligned reading instruction. You'll also guide teams in analyzing assessment data to identify student needs and refine instructional practices. Your customized coaching approach fosters strong relationships with educators, celebrates their successes, and bolsters their confidence and skills.

As your day winds down, you might offer virtual support to a rural school or prepare for upcoming visits. Each day presents new challenges, yet your impactful work ensures students develop the foundational literacy skills essential for their future success.

To thrive as a Literacy Instructional Coach at Bailey Education Group in Missouri, candidates must possess a deep understanding of early literacy development and be well-versed in evidence-based practices aligned with the Science of Reading, such as phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Familiarity with Missouri's English Language Arts standards and early reading assessment tools like DIBELS, Acadience, and MAP is crucial for effective instruction. Successful candidates will demonstrate a proven ability to analyze student data, supporting tiered interventions through informed instructional practices.

Experience in coaching and mentoring educators is essential, as is the capability to model lessons, facilitate planning sessions, and provide constructive feedback. Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills are necessary for building trust with teachers and school leaders. Additionally, organizational skills to manage multiple coaching assignments, along with proficiency in technology and virtual platforms, will enhance the coaching experience in diverse educational settings across Missouri and surrounding area across Nebraska borders.

A growth mindset, flexibility, and initiative are key attributes for adapting to various school environments and meeting the unique needs of educators. To be successful in this role, candidates should demonstrate the following:

• Deep understanding of early literacy development and evidence-based practices aligned with the Science of Reading (e.g. phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension)
• Strong knowledge of structured literacy frameworks and their practical application in K-5 classrooms
• Familiarity with Missouri's English Language Arts standards and early reading assessment tools
• Proven ability to analyze student data to inform instruction and support tiered interventions
• Experience coaching or mentoring educators with the ability to model lessons, facilitate planning and provide constructive feedback
• Excellent communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport with teachers and school leaders
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple coaching assignments, track progress and provide consistent follow-up
• Comfort using technology and virtual platforms to support coaching in both in-person and remote settings
• A growth mindset and commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Flexibility, initiative and the ability to adapt to various school environments and educator needs across Missouri

Applying for this position is a simple process if you feel it's a good fit for you. Best of luck!

At Bailey Education Group, we are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the students, educators, and communities we serve. To uphold this commitment, all consultants engaged with our organization will undergo comprehensive background checks as a standard requirement of their role.

Additionally, consultants must comply with any specific background screening procedures or requirements mandated by the state(s) in which they will be providing services. This may include, but is not limited to, fingerprinting, child abuse registry checks, or other state-recommended verifications.

These measures are vital to maintaining the trust of our clients and partners and align with our core values of honesty, collaboration, and service.

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