What are the responsibilities and job description for the Title I Preschool Coach position at Norfolk Public School District?
Full-Time and Permanent; 7.5 Hours/Day; 240 Days/Year; 12 Months/Year
Minimum Qualifications
- Must possess a Master’s Degree
- Eligible for, or in possession of, appropriate Virginia Teaching License with preschool endorsement
- In possession of or willing to work toward CLASS-PK Certification within the first year of employment
- At least four years of successful classroom experience as a teacher in an early learning setting
- Experience with providing individual coaching and group professional development
- Leadership ability (i.e. organizational, managerial, and administrative skills)
- Personal characteristics conducive to working effectively with students, teachers, school personnel, community groups, and parents
- Experience and skill in using technology
Nature of Position
- Provide regular, individualized coaching support to pre-K teachers and paraprofessionals on the quality of their interactions with their students as evidenced by CLASS-PK observations and feedback
- Prepare all necessary materials for consultation sessions following pre-defined protocols
- Observe assigned PK classes twice a year (or as per VDOE requirement) using the CLASS-PK observation tool
- Assist teacher with development and implementation of required professional development plans
- Conduct professional development sessions throughout the year as assigned
- Actively participate in division-level team meetings
- Maintain logs of classroom visits and notes of coaching sessions
- Meet with school administration as needed or requested
- Maintains professional competence by attending staff development programs, curriculum development meetings, and other professional activities
- Performs any other related duties as assigned by the department administrator
NOTE: This position is for one year only and contingent upon Title I funding.
Salary : $72,171 - $98,727