Reading Teacher Coach Specialist- Part-time (Western Region NE)

Working Title:
Reading Teacher Coach Specialist- Part-time (Western Region NE)

Department:
NE Ctr Research on Youth, Fam & School-4425

Requisition Number:
S_260284

Posting Open Date:
04/15/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date):
04/29/2026

Posting Close Date:

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Description of Work:
The Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families and Schools is seeking a part time Reading Teacher Coach Specialist for work on the Nebraska Workshops on Reading Development Strategies ( WORDS ) Project, a program funded by the Nebraska Department of Education and Institute of Education Sciences that aims to provide rural schools with professional development and support to prepare all students for reading success by systematically delivering high-quality instruction tailored to meet their needs.

Responsibilities include:

Serve as an active member of the WORDS project

Conduct reading observations and evaluate reading instruction in schools across the state

Provide consultation, training, and on-site implementation support services to school districts

Provide reading professional development opportunities for school district and ESU staff and community professionals

Work in close collaboration with the Reading Teacher Coach Lead to ensure all WORDS activities align with broader WORDS project goals

Work in close collaboration with WORDS Reading Teacher Coach Lead to tailor training and supports to individual school needs

Maintain the WORDS Resource Library with current publications related to the field of continuous improvement.

Stay informed of evidence-based instructional materials, strategies, interventions, assessments, and technology for improved reading outcomes for ALL students.

Be aware of new research and best practices around reading within Multi-tiered Systems of Support

Maintain a database of all contacts and training and supports provided

Contribute to the enhancement of the WORDS Website

Participate in ongoing professional learning opportunities at the state and national level.

Work involves travel to schools, but some work can be done remotely and through virtual conferencing.

This 0.50 FTE part-time position involves travel to multiple schools in and around Chadron, Nebraska, as well as across western Nebraska, with work from a home office as needed.

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Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in education, psychology, child development or related field plus at least three (3) years experience working in a school district and/or working with educators and families on reading development.
• Must possess independent problem-solving skills and excellent communication and customer/client service skills.
• Must be detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Must have the ability to: use word-processing, database, and presentation software; work independently and collaboratively in a team environment; and keep accurate records.
• Possess knowledge of Nebraska school systems.
• Must have a valid drivers license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred candidates will have 5-10 years of experience teaching reading in grades K-3.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required:
Yes

Physical Required:
No

Commercial Drivers License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. :

Criminal History Background Check Required:
Yes

Posted Salary:
$25.00/hr minimum

How to Apply:
Click on Apply for this Job. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.

You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:
Pam Bazis
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Job Category (old):
Managerial/Professional

Job Type:
Part-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5):

Work Location (City, State):
Chadron, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?:
Yes

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