General Statement of Duties
While this posting is for the 2025-26 school year, candidates who are available and eligible for licensure, for the remainder of this school year, are encouraged to apply.
This is a 220-day contract. The candidate must possess a comprehensive knowledge of reading acquisition and pedagogy, learning theory, and best practices for effective Tier I, II, and III instruction.
Candidates must demonstrate abilities to
- provide school-level leadership in the areas of reading and language arts,
- work collaboratively with all members of the school and division team,
- provide support to teachers in planning and delivering instruction,
- analyze student performance data and create action plans, and
- deliver high quality instruction to meet individual and group needs.
Coaching is also a key component of this position. Candidates should demonstrate an understanding of adult learning and instructional coaching best-practices that use state standards, division curriculum, and student data to increase student achievement.
Essential Duties
Provide daily leadership and support for elementary literacy instruction through coaching, participation on school action teams, collaboration with school leadership, and direct work with teachersSupport teachers in the implementation of all facets of literacy instruction through the use of coaching strategies, including but not limited to participating in coaching cycles, modeling of instruction, co-teaching, and collaborative planningAssist teachers in the use of data to identify student needs, form groups, select resources, and inform instructionParticipate in collaborative planning to support the implementation of the HCPS Instructional Model, use of aligned curriculum, and integration of best-practices in literacy instructionAssist teachers with the selection of instructional materials that adhere to the HPCS aligned curriculum, stimulate learning, and meet the needs of all students in a learner-centered classroomCollaborate with school leadership to identify literacy needs based upon data, develop school literacy goals that address the need, and implement a plan to achieve the literacy goalsUse school data to design professional learning experiences for teachers that support literacy instruction, address school goals, and align with HCPS Instructional ModelOversee and coordinate literacy intervention as outlined in the Virginia Literacy Act, including providing support for school-based reading facilitators and collaborating with teachers to develop student reading plansCommunicate with other staff (exceptional education, LIEP, gifted, etc.) to support learning for all studentsCollaborate with division literacy coaches and the ELA specialist, including attending monthly literacy team meetingsAssist with the creation of family engagement events and school-wide initiatives that promote literacyMaintain an inventory of reading and writing materials and oversee the organization of text in a bookroomStay abreast of current educational trends and best practices as these relate to classroom instruction, effective schools, and student achievementUse expertise as a reading specialist to deliver small group instruction, as neededSupport the continued implementation of the HCPS LifeReady Literacy PlanPerform other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications
Must hold a current, active teaching license issued by the Virginia Department of Education
Master's degree and Reading Specialist endorsement (or proof of enrollment in a Reading Specialist program) is required
A minimum of three years of teaching experience required
Experience in grades K through 5 is preferred
Additional Information
Position is a 220- day position.
Minimum
annual starting salary : $61,663 Masters, $ 64,623.98 DoctoralThe annual salary, stated in this posting, is based on the 2024-25 adopted fiscal plan. The annual salary for the 2025-26 school year will be determined in the Spring when the Henrico School Board approves and adopts the 2025-26 fiscal plan.How To Apply
To be considered for the listed vacancy, you must submit a complete online application to include :
Resume,Copy of your VA or out-of-state teaching license,Official or unofficial transcripts,Copies of your Praxis scores (if available)If you are unable to upload the documents, you may mail, fax, or hand-deliver the requested documents to :
Henrico County Public Schools
3820 Nine Mile Road - Attn : Human Resources
Henrico, VA 23223
Fax : (804) 652-3763
Salary : $61,663 - $64,624
