K-12 Literacy Coordinator

Our District Beliefs – The Cultural Playbook

Our Culture: The Oriole Way

We believe culture is built by how we behave—not just what we say. In the School District of North Fond du Lac, we live our values everyday through our Cultural Playbook beliefs:

• Stand Up & Own It – We lead with integrity, reflect with purpose, and take responsibility for our impact.
• We Are One – We listen, advocate, and build a community grounded in empathy and connection.
• Courage to Grow – We take risks, seek feedback, and embrace discomfort in pursuit of excellence.

This role is an opportunity to embody these values while leading and shaping a culture of literacy for all students and staff.

We are seeking a passionate, reflective, and dynamic K-12 Literacy Coordinator who embodies these beliefs to support, inspire, and elevate literacy practices across all grade levels. This leader will work closely with teachers, administrators, and instructional coaches to develop a strong, cohesive system of literacy instruction aligned with best practices and state expectations.

The K–12 Literacy Coordinator serves as the instructional lead for district-wide literacy efforts. This role focuses on ensuring alignment, equity, and excellence in literacy instruction across all grade levels. The coordinator will lead professional development, support data-driven decisions, and foster collaborative partnerships to continuously improve teaching and learning aligned with state expectations, including Wisconsin Act 20.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Coordination

• Facilitate and lead the implementation of a comprehensive K-12 literacy continuum aligned with district goals and the Wisconsin Standards for English Language Arts.
• Serve as a literacy thought partner for staff and administration, helping to guide vision and action.
• Lead the coordination and implementation of Wisconsin Act 20, including professional development, data collection, and instructional coaching.

Professional Development & Coaching

• Design and deliver high-quality professional development focused on evidence-based literacy practices and universal instruction aligned to the Science of Reading and Visible Learning.
• Collaborate with building leaders and instructional coaches to support the development of school-wide and classroom-level literacy practices.
• Support ongoing development of educators’ instructional capacity through job-embedded coaching, modeling lessons, co-planning, and data-driven feedback cycles.

Collaboration & Support

• Partner with the 6–12 Literacy Coach to ensure alignment and coherence of literacy practices across secondary levels.
• Collaborate with district and school-level leadership teams to monitor literacy goals and student growth.
• Analyze and use literacy data to support informed instructional decision-making and equitable outcomes for all learners.

Required Qualifications

• Current Wisconsin DPI Reading License (Reading Teacher or Reading Specialist).
• Proven knowledge and application of effective literacy instruction K–12, including foundational skills, disciplinary literacy, and intervention practices.
• Strong understanding of adult learning theory and professional development delivery.
• Experience in instructional coaching, facilitation, and leadership in literacy development.
• Ability to build trusting relationships and lead through collaboration and influence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating or implementing state-level mandates such as Act 20.
• Familiarity with data-driven decision making and MTSS frameworks.
• Background in Visible Learning, Science of Reading, or structured literacy practices.

Terms of Employment:

Full-time, 10 month administrative support position

What You’ll Bring to North Fond du Lac

You’ll bring passion, purpose, and a relentless drive to help every student become a confident, capable reader and communicator. You’ll model reflection, lead with authenticity, and support others with heart and high expectations.

Why North Fond du Lac?

We are a growing, vibrant school community that believes in supporting every learner—child and adult—on their path toward success. We foster a culture of belonging, leadership, and growth, and we’re looking for someone who brings heart, strategy, and deep knowledge to this important work.

If you're ready to inspire literacy excellence and help every student find their voice through reading and writing, we’d love to meet you.

How to Apply

Please submit your application through WECAN, including a resume, cover letter, references, and transcripts.

Application Deadline: Open until May 2nd

Questions? Contact the District Office at 920-929-3750

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Public school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person