Literacy Coach
Company: American Classical Education
Location: Adams Run
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Full-time Description Ashley River Classical Academy is hiring
its founding faculty to teach its students when it opens in
Charleston, SC in August 2025. Ashley River Classical Academy is a
tuition-free, public, classical charter school. It is part of the
Barney Charter School Initiative of Hillsdale College, a network of
classical charter schools united by curriculum and purpose. Ashley
River Classical Academy will initially open K-5 and grow to K-12 by
adding one grade level each year. Ashley River Classical Academy is
now accepting applications from new and experienced educators for
all positions. Each faculty member is a professional who is
esteemed and supported by a faculty of colleagues striving for
excellence. The faculty is entrusted with practical implementation
of the mission of Ashley River Classical Academy: Our mission is to
train the minds and hearts of our students through a content-rich
classical education in the liberal arts and sciences, with a focus
on fostering moral character and civic virtue. The Literacy Coach
works closely with the Head of School and Dean of Curriculum and
Instruction to coach and mentor teachers, maintain consistency in
outstanding instruction across classrooms, and ensure the academic
success of all students. In addition to these responsibilities, the
Literacy Coach will also serve as the Testing Coordinator,
overseeing the administration of all school-wide assessments.
Requirements Primary duties and responsibilities include:
Performing as the subject matter expert for the school’s literacy
program Serve as the Testing Coordinator, overseeing the
administration of all school-wide assessments. Coordinating the
school’s progress monitoring and remediation/acceleration programs
for literacy Providing guidance and coaching to teachers on
literacy curriculum and instruction Researching and recommending
instructional materials and best practices in literacy instruction
Demonstrating and modeling excellent literacy instruction at all
grade levels Assisting with the inventory of literacy materials and
coordinating necessary purchases Planning and delivering
high-quality professional development opportunities for faculty
Consistently demonstrating the school’s Virtues: Prudence, Justice,
Temperance, Courage, Responsibility, Compassion, and Perseverance
Assisting with other responsibilities as needed Qualities and
characteristics of a successful Lower School (K-5) Teacher:
Bachelors or above in any subject area; Masters or PhD preferred
Familiarity with best practices in literacy instruction Significant
teaching experience; experience with classical education is
preferred Excellent knowledge of the science of reading Leadership:
The ability to inspire others through both word and example High
moral character Thoughtfulness and a love of learning Salary and
Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience and
expertise Benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance,
and state retirement program If interested, send a letter of
interest, a resume, and a list of references to the chair of the
hiring committee: careers@ashleyriverclassical.org Salary
Description Starting 55,000
Keywords: American Classical Education, Charleston , Literacy Coach, Education / Teaching , Adams Run, South Carolina
