Primary Purpose

The Instructional Coach collaborates with classroom teachers to support District academic initiatives and student learning. They provide training to improve teaching practices and student academic achievement through (1) effective lesson planning based on state content standards (2) effective instructional strategies, methods, and skills, and (3) the use of data and analyzing student work to drive decision-making and instructional practices. The Instructional Coach provides individual and group job-embedded professional development to expand and refine effective lesson design and instructional practices.

Qualifications

          Education/Certification

          Master’s Degree in education or related field

         Teacher certification English, Language Arts, Reading

         Evidence of proficient teacher evaluations

         Evidence of increases in student achievement

          Special Knowledge/Skills

         Demonstrates an ability to work collaboratively

          Able to build positive trusting relationships with all staff

         Evidence of leadership qualities and skills

         Specific knowledge of appropriate grade level or specified content area

         General knowledge of all content areas

         Knowledge of the academic development of students

         Ability to disaggregate and use data to drive decision-making

         Knowledge and understanding of current research-based instructional strategies

          Experience      

Minimum 5 years classroom teaching experience with successful performance evaluations

         Experience working with adult learners

         Experience in planning and leading professional development at the campus or district level 

Major Responsibilities and Duties 

            Instruction

1. Collaborate with District and campus leadership on curriculum, instruction, professional development and assessment.

2. Facilitate ongoing team and/or grade level campus planning sessions, including PLCs and individual classroom lesson planning.

3. Research and provide resources and instructional strategies to ensure effective teaching and learning.

4. Analyze district and campus data to assist with development of campus and individual teacher goals.

           Job-Embedded Professional Growth

1. Work with District and campus leadership to provide school-based ongoing professional development and support for the implementation of research-based strategies.

2. Model effective instructional strategies and conduct classroom visits with follow-up opportunities for collaborative reflection.

3. Provide focused, sustained training that assists teachers in meeting data-driven, collaboratively determined instructional goals.

         Professional Learning Network

1. Participate regularly in information meetings and professional development sessions.

2. Participate in PD sessions with Instructional Coaches for continuous improvement.

3. Create and maintain a learning community at the campus to support teaching and learning.

4. Work with district level staff to collaborate on professional development planning and instructional needs.

5. Assist with other duties as assigned by District and campus leadership.

         Supervisory Responsibilities

          None

         Working Conditions

          Maintain emotional control under stress.

          Frequent standing, stooping, bending

          Moving small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom

equipment

          Some extended work hours

          Some District and state travel required

Salary : $64,064 - $77,166