K-12 Instructional Coach

Reports To: Curriculum/Instruction Coordinator

Contract: Continuing

Location: District Wide (K-12), travel between schools will be required

SUMMARY

The Instructional Coach serves as a master practitioner dedicated to elevating classroom excellence through two primary pillars:

1. Instructional Mentorship (7-12): Partnering with new and inexperienced secondary teachers to build foundational mastery in classroom management and high-impact teaching practices.
2. Digital Integration (K-12): Leading the purposeful embedding of technology across all grade levels to enhance student engagement and modernize instruction.

By bridging the gap between sound pedagogy and digital innovation, this role ensures that technology serves as a tool for achievement rather than a disruption to the learning environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Secondary Instructional Development (Grades 7–12)

• Classroom Management Architecture: Collaborate with novice teachers to design, implement, and refine proactive routines and behavior systems that maximize instructional time.
• The Coaching Cycle: Facilitate non-evaluative cycles (Identify, Learn, Improve) focused on core skills like lesson pacing, checking for understanding, and student-centered delivery.
• Teacher Induction: Act as the primary instructional mentor for teachers new to the district, guiding them through district curriculum standards and classroom expectations.
• Reflective Practice: Provide confidential, one-on-one coaching to help early-career educators troubleshoot daily challenges and build professional stamina.

1. K–12 Digital Integration & Technical Support

• Purposeful Technology Embedding: Co-plan and model lessons that leverage digital tools to amplify learning objectives, ensuring tech is used to transform rather than just replace traditional tasks.
• Instructional Troubleshooting: Resolve immediate technical hurdles that impede the flow of teaching, serving as a pedagogical bridge between the IT department and the classroom.
• Trend & Innovation Scanning: Research and pilot emerging educational technologies (e.g., AI in education, adaptive software) to assess their value for district-wide adoption.
• Data Literacy: Assist teachers in using digital assessment platforms to collect real-time student data and translate it into differentiated instruction.
• Digital Citizenship: Lead the integration of online safety and responsible tech use into the K-12 curriculum.

III. Professional Leadership

• Professional Learning: Design and lead district-wide workshops that range from "Instructional Essentials" for new hires to "Advanced Digital Integration" for veteran staff.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Work with administration to align technology procurement with the district’s instructional goals and curriculum standards.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Communication.  Communicates effectively with students and colleagues through both verbal and nonverbal means. Aids students in understanding the literacy principles. 
• Collaboration and interpersonal.  Keeps an open-mind and engages in active listening.  Respects diversity. Builds trusting connections with their colleagues.  Demonstrates patience. 
• Organization.  Sets goals and action plans for achieving them.  Prioritizes tasks.  Thinks strategically.
• Leadership.  Encourages personal growth.  Inspires others to put in extra effort to support students.  Uses data and information to make decisions.  Designs and presents presentations to small and large groups.  Maintains confidentiality concerning colleagues, students, and parents.
• Technical.  Proficient in the use of MS Word, MS Excel, Google Suite, email, Chromebook applications, Smart Boards, and standard office equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in education.  Minimum of 5 years as an elementary or secondary teacher.  Two years of experience as an Instructional Coach or a similar role is advantageous.
• Wyoming Teaching Certification required. 
• Valid Wyoming Driver’s License and a clear driving record. Must agree to and clear a background check.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

This is a full-time position with benefits.  Salary will be based on the district Certified Teacher Salary Schedule and determined upon experience.