What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Performance Coach position at Spotsylvania County School District?
Under the direction of the Supervisor of School Performance, the School Performance Coach enhances school improvement efforts by building the capacity of instructional coaches/specialists and fostering collaboration across schools and departments. The role ensures effective implementation of evidence-based practices in all content areas.
The School Performance Coach is an instructional leader focused on improving learning outcomes through targeted strategies, including, CSIP development support, school progress monitoring, and data-driven instructional leadership. The role supports district priorities through professional learning, coaching, and aligned instructional strategies.
Essential Functions
- Partners with the Supervisor of School Performance to advance district-wide instructional priorities based on the VDOE School Performance & Support Framework and research based strategies for school improvement.
- Provides professional development, mentoring, and coaching to instructional coaches/specialists.
- Demonstrates and models research-based strategies for high-quality instruction aligned with district curriculum and standards.
- Collaborates with instructional coaches and school teams to support MTSS implementation and effective tiered academic interventions.
- Works with content coordinators, administrators, and instructional staff to promote consistent instructional practices across schools.
- Guides instructional coaches/specialists and school teams in analyzing student performance data to inform instructional decisions.
- Designs and leads collaborative learning opportunities focused on instructional best practices and adult learning.
- Supports school teams in assessing the effectiveness of coaching and instructional strategies.
- Facilitates reflective dialogue to encourage continuous improvement among school leaders and coaches/specialists.
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Education and Experience
- Master’s Degree in Education, Reading, Mathematics, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.
- Valid Virginia Collegiate Professional or Postgraduate Professional License with appropriate endorsement(s).
- Five (5) years of successful full-time teaching experience with demonstrated impact in instructional coaching.
- Strong record of leading or supporting professional development and instructional improvement.
- Experience as an instructional coach or teacher leader.
About Spotsylvania County Public Schools:
Comprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24,000, Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
So what sets us apart? Choosing SCPS means joining a highly collaborative team of professionals who inspire, challenge and support one another to be their very best everyday. As a team member, you become part of something much bigger - Your success directly influences our student's success. Here, YOU make a difference.
The financial benefits of working for Spotsylvania County Public Schools include a competitive salary, monthly PTO accrual, robust healthcare benefit plans, enrollment or transition into the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with defined contributions and potential employer match, FMLA and Short-Term Disability leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), and employer paid Life Insurance.
To learn more about Spotsylvania County Public Schools and our teams, please visit our website at https://www.spotsylvania.k12.va.us/.
Employment Terms: Employment may be offered as a 11-month (210 Day) position. Additional compensation is awarded for credits earned toward advanced degrees.
Benefits Eligibility: Eligible
Together, we prepare our students for their future. We look forward to welcoming you to the #WeAreSpotsy team.
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Spotsylvania County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to non-discrimination in the workplace. Criminal record and background checks will be completed after an offer is made.