Job Description and Role Within the USD 480 Instructional Support System

Position Purpose

The District Instructional Mentor provides intensive, job-embedded coaching and mentoring to pre-certified educators across USD 480, including interim teachers, resident interims, Grow Here participants, Registered Teacher Apprentices (RTA), and other staff pursuing teacher licensure.

The District Instructional Mentor serves as the district’s primary mentor for pre-certified teachers, helping them strengthen instructional practice, build confidence, and successfully transition to full teacher certification.

This position works closely with:

• Building Instructional Coaches
• Principals and Assistant Principals
• The District Teacher Pathway Coordinator
• The Director of Recruitment and Education

Contract Type / Days

• Middle management
• Same Number of Teacher Contract Days 10 Addtional Days

Primary Role of the District Instructional Mentor

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct classroom observations and coaching cycles with pre-certified teachers
• Provide feedback on instruction, classroom management, and planning
• Assist with lesson design and implementation
• Offer side-by-side support to teachers needing intensive assistance
• Coordinate with Building Instructional Coaches
• Communicate regularly with principals and district staff
• Participate in recruiting and candidate development
• Serve as university supervisor when assigned
• Other duties as assigned