Instructional Coach

Job Title: Instructional Coach

Exemption Status/ Test: Exempt/ Administrator

Reports to: Curriculum Director

Department/ School: Linnie Roberts Elementary (1st-2nd grade)

Minimum Salary: $60,757

Annual Work Calendar Days: 197 Days

Primary Purpose:

Provide curriculum leadership and support classroom teaching to ensure an aligned and articulated instructional program in the subject area assigned.

Benefits: 

Why Bay City ISD?

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree from accredited university with a major in assigned subject

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation

Ability to interpret data and evaluate instruction programs and teaching effectiveness

Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

3 years teaching experience in subject area assigned

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional and Program Management

1. Work cooperatively with directors and campus principals in developing and supervising the instructional programs in assigned subject area.
2. Coordinate the review, development, and revision of all subject area programs and related curriculum documents and materials, including curriculum guides, course outlines, and teaching plans.
3. Oversee testing programs for the assigned subject area and make recommendations for improvement where appropriate.
4. Coordinate the ordering and use of departmental instructional aids and materials for assigned subject area.
5. Evaluate the curriculum and instruction program effectiveness for the assigned subject area based on evaluative findings (including student achievement data) and recommend changes as needed.
6. Maintain a resource library of publications, supplementary materials, and supplies relevant to the assigned subject area.
7. Participate in development, preparation, and administration of the budget for supplies, equipment, and facilities in area of assignment.

Staff Development

1. Plan and provide staff development for teachers, administrators, and staff in designated subject area.
2. Disseminate information regarding current research and significant developments on the state and national levels in area assigned.
3. Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and assistance to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation. Demonstrate teaching strategies with students in classroom.

Other

1. Convey information to parent and community members about school programs.
2. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/ Physical Demands/ Environmental Factors:

Tools/ Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture:

Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: 

Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment:

Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel

Mental Demands:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Bay City ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. 

Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.