Fairfield ISD is seeking an instructional coach (ELAR) for Fairfield Junior High School.

Primary purpose: Instructional coach is responsible for bringing evidence-based practices into classrooms by working with and supporting teachers and administration with the goal of increasing student engagement, improving student achievement, and building teacher capacity.

Must have a valid Texas teacher certificate and 5 years classroom teaching experience. Master’s degree preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Work collaboratively with assigned classroom teachers to establish realistic and measurable objectives related to both the teacher’s individual professional development and student learning.
• Support the continuous professional growth and improvement of teacher instructional skills through coaching and collaborative problem solving.
• Evaluate the curriculum and instruction program effectiveness for the assigned subject area based on evaluative findings (including student achievement data) and recommend changes as needed.
• Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and coaching to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation. Demonstrate teaching strategies with students in classroom.
• Evaluate teacher effectiveness in accordance with established district programs.
• Plan and provide appropriate staff development for teachers, administrators and staff.
• Work with teachers to analyze and interpret student data and use findings to develop and apply instructional strategies.
• Develop curricular or behavior support materials as needed.
• Disseminate information regarding current research and significant developments on the state and national levels in area assigned.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Convey information to parent and community members about school programs.