Instructional Coaching: Literacy, Endorsement
This endorsement is a 12-credit program designed to support already certified reading specialists as they continue to develop skills needed to be highly effective literacy coaches in PK-12 schools. In order to be recommended for the Instructional Coaching-Literacy Emphasis Endorsement, the candidate must complete all four of the following courses and have a minimum of three years of teaching experience at the time of application for the endorsement from PDE. Candidates without the required teaching experience may complete the coursework and apply for the endorsement when they have the required three years of teaching experience. All courses for the Instructional Coaching/Literacy Endorsement are available in a convenient, online format.
To access Endorsement Requirements, please view the Curriculum Guide tab.
Related Links
Elementary Education Literacy Endorsement Program Page
Elementary Education/Early Childhood Education Department Page
Curriculum Guide
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Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Miniimum grade of B required in all coursework
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| ELEC 614 | Foundations of Instructional Coaching | 3 |
| ELEC 615 | Teacher Leadership & School Change for Instructional Coaches | 3 |
| ELEC 622 | Literacy Assessment Analysis & Instructional Decision Making | 3 |
| ELEC 643 | Advanced Literacy Coaching Practicum | 3 |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Important Curriculum Guide Notes
This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.
PASSHE - Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Institutions
Instructional Coaching: Literacy Endorsement (918E)
Revised 08.29.2023