Careers and Outcomes

Become a literacy leader

Early in your life, someone taught you how to read and write.

With a master’s degree in literacy, you can pass that knowledge to today’s youth.

What is literacy?

It’s a skill everyone needs: The ability to read, write and communicate.

You might take literacy for granted, but many students struggle with it. In Missouri, 15% of students are below the basic reading level for their grade.

As a certified reading specialist, your services can close this gap.

What can you do with a master’s degree in literacy?

Help K-12 students become fully literate, add to their knowledge base and open new doors for learning.

You’ll qualify for advanced positions in your school district like:

• Director of reading programs
• Literacy coach
• Reading interventionist
• Reading recovery teacher (requires additional training at district level)
• Title I teacher

Enjoy a better salary as you give students the framework for reading and writing.

Job outlook: Strong

Reading specialists are in-demand in Missouri and across the United States.

Your specific salary can vary depending on where you live, work and your experience level.