Texas Reading Academy Trainer

Position Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Reading Academy Trainer to lead the implementation of the Texas Reading Academies for K–3 teachers. This role includes delivering high-quality training aligned with the Texas Education Agency (TEA), conducting classroom observations, and providing instructional coaching grounded in the Science of Reading and the school’s curriculum. The trainer will play a key role in connecting Reading Academies content directly to daily classroom instruction and ensuring alignment with the school’s early literacy approach.

Key Responsibilities:

Training and Facilitation

· Deliver TEA-approved Texas Reading Academies content to K–3 teachers in accordance with TEA guidelines and timelines.

· Facilitate both virtual and in-person sessions with fidelity to the Reading Academies' model.

· Provide timely, actionable feedback on teacher assignments and submissions through the Reading Academies platform.

· Support teachers in making practical connections between Reading Academies learning and classroom implementation.

Classroom Observations and Coaching

· Conduct regular classroom observations in K–3 to monitor and support the implementation of Reading Academies, Science of Reading practices, and the Logic of English curriculum.

· Provide targeted coaching and feedback to teachers that integrates key practices from the Science of Reading and Logic of English.

· Collaborate with teachers to refine instructional strategies based on observation data, with a focus on phonics, phonemic awareness, decoding, fluency, and comprehension.

Curriculum Alignment and Support

· Help teachers connect Reading Academies concepts to the school’s adopted curriculum, especially Logic of English.

· Offer support in lesson planning, instructional design, and classroom implementation that aligns with both TEA expectations and the school’s literacy vision.

· Ensure that coaching and training consistently reinforce structured literacy as defined by both TEA and the Logic of English framework.

Collaboration and Professional Development

· Partner with school leaders and instructional staff to support literacy improvement efforts.

· Participate in ongoing professional learning to remain current on TEA updates, literacy research, and best practices in coaching.

· Maintain accurate records of teacher participation, coaching cycles, and implementation progress to inform instructional planning and program improvement.

Qualifications:

Required:

· Minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience in grades K–3

· Successful completion of the TEA Reading Academies (Comprehensive or Blended Pathway)

· Willingness and ability to complete the TEA Reading Academies Train-the-Trainer assessment and training

· Strong knowledge of the Science of Reading and structured literacy practices

· Excellent facilitation, observation, and coaching skills

Preferred:

· TEA Reading Academies Cohort Leader certification (Comprehensive or Blended Pathway)

· Previous experience as an instructional coach, reading specialist, or campus/district literacy lead

· Strong background in using student data to inform instruction

· Experience with Logic of English or other structured phonics-based curricula

About BASIS Ed Texas

BASIS Texas Charter Schools embrace subject expertise and passion in the classroom!

Our teachers are part of one of the nation’s most collaborative and professional learning communities. All of our schools use the acclaimed BASIS Texas Charter School Curriculum. At the same time, our teachers are given the autonomy and academic freedom to teach in the manner that suits them. They choose how best to create dynamic lessons that foster student enthusiasm for new ideas and high-level learning. They help guide students to reach their greatest potential while preparing them for the demands of higher education, a rewarding career, and global citizenship. BASIS Texas Charter School teachers spend their time teaching engaged students and teaming up with fellow educators -- creating an intellectual, inspiring, supportive, and Collegial school community.

Benefits and Salary:

Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience

BASIS Ed Texas offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

Employer paid medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Ability to add dependents

401k with partial match that grows over time

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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