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Missouri State University

Professional Developer (Literacy)

🇺🇸 Springfield, MO

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $57K

💻 Learning & Development

🗓️ July 10th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Missouri State University is hiring a Professional Developer (Literacy). This role delivers tailored, high-quality professional development for Kindergarten through 5th grade educators, focusing on evidence-based reading instruction aligned with the science of reading. The Developer supports schools through the CLSD grant program by providing coaching, workshops, and consultation aimed at improving instructional effectiveness and student achievement.

Highlights

  • Provide sustained professional development for K-5 educators on evidence-based reading instruction aligned with the science of reading.
  • Collaborate with school principals and teacher leaders to evaluate learning needs and implement effective instructional strategies.
  • Develop training materials and gather data for research and program evaluation.
  • Deliver presentations and job-embedded coaching to support educator growth.
  • Experience with LETRS training and familiarity with evidence-based reading instruction, intervention, and assessment practices preferred.
  • Master’s degree in Education and at least five years of successful teaching or public school administrative experience required.
  • Strong skills in instructional practices, data-driven decision making, and adult learner engagement essential.
  • Salary offered: $57,431 annually; full-time, exempt position in the Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning.
  • Requires travel and attendance at occasional evening and weekend events; candidate must transport training equipment unassisted.
  • Criminal background check required; position not eligible for visa sponsorship.