Job Description

The Webster County Board of Education wishes to announce the following professional job vacancy beginning the 26/27 school year:

POSITION: Academic Specialist- Literacy

LOCATION: Glade Elementary

EMPLOYMENT TERM: 200 days

REPORTS TO: Director of Curriculum & Instruction / Building Principal

SALARY: Based on the state mandated salary schedule according to degree level and years of teaching experience ($40,838.00- $71,037.00 per year) plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation.

Webster County School District is seeking a highly qualified Elementary Academic Specialist to support high-quality instruction and improve student achievement in grades K–6. The Academic Specialist will work collaboratively with teachers, WVImpact+ coaches, and school leaders to implement student-centered coaching cycles, strengthen instructional practices, and support the effective use of data to inform instruction.

This position is funded by Title I and focuses on improving literacy outcomes through job-embedded professional learning and evidence-based instructional practices.

The Academic Specialist will serve as a non-evaluative instructional leader who supports teachers through coaching cycles, modeling, co-planning, data analysis, and professional learning. The Academic Specialist position is designed to support instructional improvement rather than evaluation. Although the Academic Specialist will be expected to work closely with school administrators, assisting them with identifying effective instructional practices during walkthroughs, the Academic Specialist will not be involved in the educator evaluation process.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities

The Academic Specialist will:

• Implement student-centered coaching cycles with K–6 teachers to improve instructional practice and student outcomes.
• Collaborate with teachers to analyze student data and plan targeted instruction.
• Support the implementation of West Virginia College- and Career-Readiness Standards (WVCCR).
• Model and demonstrate evidence-based instructional strategies that align with the Science of Reading.
• Collaborate with other Academic Specialists and WVImpact+ Academic Coaches to facilitate professional learning opportunities for teachers and staff.
• Support teachers in implementing effective instructional practices aligned to district initiatives.
• Assist teachers with data collection, analysis, and instructional decision-making.
• Work with school leadership to support continuous school improvement efforts.
• Provide job-embedded professional learning and coaching for teachers.
• Support grant reporting and accountability measures related to Title I.
• Participate in district, regional, and state professional learning opportunities related to the initiative.
• Maintain documentation of coaching cycles and professional learning activities.
• Assist individual, small group, and whole group instruction of students, as needed.
• Work with students to improve foundational literacy skills.
• Provide assistance with benchmarking, progress monitoring, and data analysis of students.
• Attend data team meetings.

Skills and Dispositions

• Strong knowledge of best instructional practices in elementary education.
• Ability to analyze student achievement data and guide instructional improvements.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with teachers and administrators.
• Demonstrated ability to support adult learners through coaching and professional development.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

• WVDE certificate endorsed in Elementary Education K-6 or K-8.
• Minimum of five (5) successful years of K–6 teaching experience.

Literacy Coach:

• Knowledge of K–6 WVCCR standards.
• LETRS trained or currently enrolled at the time of application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in education.
• Experience supporting implementation of the Science of Reading best practices.
• Experience facilitating student-centered coaching cycles.
• Experience supporting adult learners through Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and other professional development.
• Experience with school-level data collection and accountability for grant reporting.
• Ability to attend training July 20–22, 2026 in Charleston, WV.