FUNCTIONAL PURPOSE
The ELA/Math Coach is responsible for providing consultative and instructional support to teachers to accelerate exemplary instructional practices for increased student learning and achievement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Shares exemplary practices; provides models and examples.
• Conducts demonstration lessons in content areas.
• Models effective lesson planning, implementation, and reflective teaching.
• Collaboratively plans lessons and units with teachers; facilitates sharing.
• Plans and co-teaches lessons and units with teachers; facilitates sharing.
• Observes teachers and provides feedback.
• Conferences with individuals, grade levels and teams about curriculum and instructional initiatives.
• Provides training for, and monitors the use of, instructional materials such as pacing guides, locally developed curriculum guides, manipulatives, etc.
• Plans, facilitates, and monitors professional development activities (large and small group).
• Consults with teachers for the purpose of analyzing, interpreting, and utilizing test data for curriculum planning and re-teaching.
• Facilitates collaborations, sharing of ideas, and celebration of successes.
• Provides academic resources.
• Collaborates with school administrators regularly for reflection and planning.
• Forms relationships with teachers to create safe spaces for growth and realistic reflection.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
? Demonstrated knowledge of North Carolina standards and pedagogy in specific content area.
? Deep knowledge and experience in research/evidence based instructional practice, assessment driven instruction
? Deep knowledge and experience in effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills for building an environment with a common instructional focus, promoting initiatives and conveying expectations.
? Knowledge of effective teaching practices and classroom management.
? Knowledge of appropriate instructional strategies in specific content area.
? Knowledge of problem techniques and ability to guide teacher in implementing solutions.
? Familiarity with district resources, curriculum, and initiatives.
? Demonstrated ability to communicate in a professional manner both orally and in writing.
? Demonstrated strength in organization and efficiency in meeting deadlines.
? Demonstrated ability to function as a collaborative member of a team.
? Demonstrated interest and engagement in professional learning and reflection
? Ability to work well with others, excellent interpersonal skills.
? Ability to work effectively as a team member.
? Ability to mentor new teachers.
? Demonstration of best practices in the classroom.
? Outstanding presentation and facilitation skills.
? Demonstration of leadership skills.
? Ability to utilize time effectively and prioritize tasks appropriately.
? Ability to analyze classroom curriculum, programs or activities and recommend possible improvements or solutions.
? Excellent listening skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in Education or another related field
• Desirable: Master’s Degree or above in Education or another related field
Mentor certification
• Minimum: Five years of successful teaching experience
• Desirable: Successful 6-12 years designated content area experience
Experience with digital teaching and learning integration

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:
Current North Carolina teaching license required. Valid driver’s license is required.

When applying, please make sure to include all prior experience in your application.

Please provide at least two references. One must be the current or most recent supervisor and the other a previous supervisor.