University of Nebraska – Lincoln
Reading Teacher Coach Specialist- Part-time (Western Region NE)
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Reading Teacher Coach Specialist for a part-time role on the Nebraska Workshops on Reading Development Strategies (WORDS) Project. The specialist conducts reading observations, provides training and support to school districts, collaborates to align project goals, manages resources, and stays updated on evidence-based reading instruction methods to improve reading outcomes for all students.
Highlights
- Conduct reading observations and evaluate instruction in schools across Nebraska.
- Provide consultation, training, and on-site support to school districts and education service units (ESU).
- Collaborate closely with the WORDS Reading Teacher Coach Lead to tailor training and supports to school needs.
- Maintain the WORDS Resource Library and contribute to the enhancement of the WORDS website.
- Stay informed about evidence-based instructional materials, assessments, and multi-tiered systems of support.
- Maintain a database of contacts, training, and support activities provided.
- Requires proficiency with word-processing, database, and presentation software.
- Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, child development or related field with at least three years’ experience supporting reading development.
- Preferred 5-10 years of teaching reading experience in grades K-3.
- Position pays a minimum of $25.00 per hour and involves travel to multiple schools, with some remote work options.
Reading Teacher Coach Specialist- Part-time (Western Region NE) Full Description
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| Working Title | Reading Teacher Coach Specialist- Part-time (Western Region NE) |
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| 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. About Us The College of Education and Human Sciences strives to be a vibrant, welcoming, and caring community driven by our mission to enhance the lives of individuals, families, schools, and communities, and strengthening the relationships among them. At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. Our campus is known for its welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.
As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/
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| 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 Driver’s 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 pbazis2@unl.edu |
| 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 |
| If Temporary, indicate end date | |
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