Abstract of

The Reading Coach's Corner
The State of Reading Professionals in the United States

Janice A. Dole

Lauren A. Liang

Naomi M. Watkins

Christine M. Wiggins

The authors conducted an informal survey to assess the current state of reading professionals in the United States. They wanted to find out

• The different job titles used for reading professionals across the states

• The requirements for becoming a reading professional

• The typical roles and duties of these reading professionals

The findings of the survey suggest that reading professionals may not be adequately prepared for their specific jobs. This situation is particularly reflected in the lack of information at the state department level regarding reading coaches.

Abstract from Dole, J.A., Liang, L.A., Watkins, N.M., & Wiggins, C.M. (2006, October). The State of Reading Professionals in the United States. The Reading Teacher, 60(2), 194–199. doi: 10.1598/RT.60.2.10