A veteran educator reflects on a long-held question: When do we actually teach kids to read? From well-meaning but misguided advice in college and early teaching to a powerful awakening through the science of reading, a current teacher assistant shares her personal journey towards understanding explicit literacy instruction and the joy of seeing students truly learn to read.

Understand the crucial differences between reading specialist and literacy coach roles during hiring season, and learn how to determine which role would most benefit your school. This guide clarifies the role of each to help schools and candidates find the best fit for literacy success.

Discover the crucial role of school leaders in implementing the Science of Reading. Learn how The Compass School achieved schoolwide literacy transformation and find resources for administrator mentorship and training.