What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Coach ($2,000 Hiring Bonus) (ISANA Achernar) position at ISANA?
Purpose Of Position: To provide support and assistance to all classroom teachers in the implementation of ISANA program goals.
Responsibilities/Duties
Instructional Coaching and Development
Increase the quality and effectiveness of classroom instruction by, including but not limited to:
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Modeling
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Collaborating, Co planning, and Co teaching with the purpose of coaching the teacher
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Conducting observations and providing descriptive feedback based on teacher observation
Instructional Supporter
Support the implementation of effective instructional strategies including, but not limited to, assisting teachers in:
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Developing, implementing, and analyzing assessments for learning
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English Learner Development
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Infusing culturally relevant teaching strategies and scaffolding for diverse learners.
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Identifying reading and math difficulties and planning appropriate intervention and accommodation strategies for all students.
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Effectively implementing Principals of Learning, Project Based Learning, and Culturally Relevant and Responsive Education
Curriculum and Content Facilitator
Promote implementation of the Common Core State Standards and ISANA instructional program by (including by not limited to):
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Monitoring implementation of instructional program through adopted curricula and other instructional resources
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Assisting teachers with curriculum and pacing of instructional programs
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Guiding teachers in understanding and effectively teaching applicable state standards
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Creating and completing curriculum and instruction related documents and facilitating assessments.
Data Coach
Facilitate conversations using data to drive instructional decisions including but not limited to:
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Collaborating with teachers to analyze formative and summative student achievement data
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Guiding teachers in using data to improve student learning
Facilitator for Change
Engage teachers in reflective thinking while looking at their own instructional practices critically and analytically including but not limited to:
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Fostering a safe, trusting environment for teachers
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Demonstrating excellent listening and professional communication skills
Continuous Learner
Engage in continuous learning in order to keep current including but not limited to:
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Engaging in professional development opportunities and professional reading
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Practicing and reflecting about what is learned
Professional Learning Facilitator
Design and facilitate effective professional learning opportunities including but not limited to:
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Providing professional development school and organization wide
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Plan, facilitate, and attend grade level meetings
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Facilitating other forms of professional development (e.g., coordinating for other/outside presenters)
Resource
Identify a variety of resources to enhance classroom instruction and student achievement incl. but not limited to:
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Identifying instructional and assessment resources requested by teachers
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Sharing research and instructional best practices
School Leader
Support and communicate school and ISANA wide initiatives with the school community incl. but not limited to:
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Participating in a cooperative effort with faculty and staff to plan, implement and evaluate programs of continuing school improvement.
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Maintaining professional relationships between school and parents.
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Coaching teachers in planning and conducting informational meetings for parents to assist them in
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understanding instructional materials, and student progress.
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Working with administrators and instructional teams to plan and implement hands on programs and activities for students and the school
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Following federal and state laws, as well as the letter and the spirit of the Charter and the Governing Board policies and directives from the Principal/Designee.
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Other duties as assigned
Minimum Required Skills, Education/Training & Experience
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; and
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California Teaching Credential; CLAD or BCLAD
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Minimum of three years of teaching experience in the elementary or secondary level
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Experience in collaborative planning and delivery of differentiated staff development to classroom practitioners; literacy training, knowledge of differentiated classroom instructional practices that promote student academic success; knowledge and understanding of the needs of a diverse student population.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:
Curriculum Specialists are required to poses all knowledge, skills and abilities that are required of classroom teachers.
Physical And Environmental Elements:
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This position may include long periods of sitting or standing in an environment with moderate noise levels, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. This position is frequently required to stand, sit or walk, use hands and fingers and reach with arms.
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Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision to read printed materials and a computer screen with ability to adjust focus.
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Communication skills required by this job include the ability to hear and speak.
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Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard, or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.
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The position occasionally bends, stoops, reaches, pushes, and pulls drawers to retrieve and file information and lifts and carries items that typically weigh less than 20 pounds.
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The position requires the ability to travel by train, plane, or other means both inside and outside of the Los Angeles area.
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May have occasional exposure to irate parents, staff, and public and private representatives.
SIGNING BONUS NOTICE: This position is eligible for a signing bonus available to eligible new hires only. Current ISANA employees are not eligible for the signing bonus. Payment will be made in installments. Eligibility for each installment requires active employment with ISANA on the payment date. Signing bonuses may be prorated based on start date or unpaid leave status and are subject to applicable taxes. Employees who separate from ISANA prior to the end of a bonus period will not be eligible for that installment.
PAY RANGE NOTICE: The posted pay range represents the full salary range for this classified position. Final placement within the range is contingent upon verification of prior experience through completion of the required Verification of Experience (VOE) form. Credit for prior experience requires verification of qualifying employment and having worked at least 85% of the applicable employment period.
Salary : $68,056 - $105,799