The Mississippi Department of Education Office of Curriculum and Instruction, Division of Literacy, is seeking highly qualified applicants for kindergarten through third grade Literacy Coach and Regional Literacy Coordinator Educator in Residence (EIR) positions.
Why should I apply to become a Literacy Coach?
The Division of Literacy is responsible for supporting and training kindergarten through third grade teachers, curriculum specialists, and other educators by providing evidence-based instructional guidance for literacy. Passed during the 2013 legislative session, the Literacy-Based Promotion Act (LBPA) places an emphasis on grade-level reading skills, particularly as students progress from kindergarten through third grades. The deadline for receipt of applications is on or before Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026 at 2 p.m. Central Standard Time (CST). For more information regarding coaching, please visit mdek12.org/literacy/.
K-3 Literacy Coach and Regional Coordinator EIR Announcements
All applications must be submitted via email at EIRapplication@mdek12.org OR shipped/mailed to the following mailing address:
Dr. Michelle Nowell
Office of Curriculum and Instruction
The Mississippi Department of Education
Kindergarten-3rd Grade
Literacy Coach/Regional Literacy Coordinator
Educator in Residence (EIR)
359 North West Street
Jackson, Mississippi 39201
Please direct any questions regarding the EIR positions to Dr. Amanda Malone: ammalone@mdek12.org