OEL Early Literacy Specialist NC16 Education Consultant I

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026 Job DescriptionHOKE COUNTY SCHOOLS OEL Early Literacy Specialist NC16 Education Consultant IReports To: Office of Early Learning Director

Location: Sandhills South Central Region Terms of Employment: 12 months Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (40 hours per week), benefit eligible

Annual Salary Range: $68,000.00-$74,000.00 Application link: https://ncmcs.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5862259 Description of the Work: The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction is seeking applicants for the Early Literacy Specialist position within the Office of Early Learning. The position will be located in an assigned district space. The responsibilities include: Aligned Mission and Vision: Coordinate, align, and support the application and professional development (PD) of the Excellent Public Schools Act Collaborate with NCDPI Office of Early Learning to align Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS) and literacy PD and implementation at the district level Develop and support pacing LETRS implementation at the school level in alignment with district and state expectations District Human Resources: Support professional learning community teams in collaboration with district and school leaders to ensure implementation and transfer to instructional practice Support, collaborate, and coach identified focus schools as assigned Model effective coaching and facilitation techniques Stakeholder Training/Professional Development: Must have successfully completed and mastered K-5 LETRS professional development prior to employment. Successfully complete and master Early Childhood LETRS professional development Successfully obtain LETRS state facilitator certification within two years of initial hiring date Prioritize and provide state, district, and school level professional development, coaching, and feedback as determined in collaboration with state, district, and school leaders Attend monthly virtual professional learning support sessions led by NCDPI OEL. Attend no more than four face-to-face state required professional development sessions to learn, review, and align communication of developed resources with district teams to plan strategic district and school level professional development Fiscal Resources: Collaborate with district and school level leaders to identify aligned curriculum, literacy promising practices and prioritize support Support all aspects of state-wide implementation to prioritize resources and support aligned, evidence-informed practices in Preschool through Grade 5 Data and Outcomes: Guide alignment of district and school-level data analysis and assessment implementation with state requirements Collaborate with state, district, and school leaders to plan for measuring the impact of reading instruction congruent with the science of reading using school baseline data and data from approved early reading assessment systems Assist in identifying and planning aligned coaching support for assigned schools within the district Additional duties as assigned by the Office of Early Learning Senior Director

Necessary Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in the education field to which assigned from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of five years of specifically related experience in public education with demonstrated leadership experience; OR Master\'s degree in the education field to which assigned from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of three years of specifically related experience in public education with demonstrated leadership experience; Successful completion and mastery of K-5 LETRS; Must live in or near the assigned district; Travel is required. Must obtain a valid NC Driver's License

Essential Knowledge/Skills: Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws, and policies related to Excellent Public Schools Act and Early Education within the Preschool – Grade 5 continuum Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-informed literacy professional development and practices aligned to the Science of Reading Demonstrated knowledge of successfully delivering professional development virtually and in-person Demonstrated knowledge of formulating, planning, and managing multiple projects Management Preferences: Knowledge in data analysis processes relevant to early literacy with a specific focus on the statewide formal diagnostic reading assessment Experience coaching adults in literacy and accurately communicating content

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $68,000 to $74,000 Per Year Job RequirementsCitizenship, residency or work visa required Contact InformationMary Derfel, Assistant Director of Early Literacy NC Department of Public Instruction HCS Curriculum and Instruction

Phone: 336-255-4761

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