Instructional Coach

Job Title:  Instructional Coach

Job Purpose:

The Instructional Coach facilitates the school’s instructional model by supporting teachers in curriculum development, modeling best instructional practices, observing classroom instruction, and coaching teachers, both one on one and in grade level teams, to build teacher capacity.  The Instructional Coach supports the Principal(s) and Vice Principal(s) in providing professional development to staff, in the development and maintenance of the “K-8 Learning Experience” (vertical articulation), and in providing input during the teacher evaluation process. This individual will play a key role in The Academies CMO’s curriculum development and ongoing implementation of mission-aligned instructional goals.   The Instructional Coach interacts with parents/guardians, students, and the public frequently, and must reflect the values and the mission of the school at all times. The Instructional Coach will contribute his/her talents to support an excellent school program and positive school culture at The Academies CMO.

Team Relationship:

The Instructional Coach is directly responsible to the Principal(s).

Essential Job Functions:

Teacher Support

• Assists teachers with curriculum development and lesson planning.
• Assists new teachers, in a collaborative model of observation, lesson demonstration, and reflective conversation, to analyze their practice and promote effective instructional practices.
• Models effective differentiated instruction.
• Facilitates grade level collaboration in planning and implementing grade level Common Core Standards, Gifted teaching strategies, and Project Based Learning experiences.
• Participates in continued professional development, in order to provide the most current research on best practices to teaching staff.
• Collaborates with individuals and grade level teams in analyzing common assessments and student data to identify student needs and inform instructional decision-making.

Curriculum Support

• Assists with the development of, and yearly review/revision of the “K-8 Learning Experience.”
• Collaborates with individual grade level teams to develop and align curriculum, in order to ensure consistency in the learning experience of all SVA students.
• Collaborates with teachers across grade levels, to vertically align curriculum and best practices.
• Assists in providing professional development to new and returning teachers, according to The Academies CMO’s instructional model, as well as adopted materials and curriculum.

Administrative Support

• Provides support to Principal(s) and Vice Principal(s) in staff development for teachers, specialists and aides, and provides input during the evaluation process.
• Assists with testing coordination and implementation (Internal MAP assessments and CASPP).
• Makes recommendations to administration related to purchasing of grade level curriculum.
• Develops the school-wide master schedule for classroom teachers, specialists and aides.
• Contributes to the strategic thinking of the school leadership and collaborates with administration.
• Helps the Charter Schools staff maintain a respectful, safe, and nurturing learning environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

Education/Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree. (required)
• Master’s degree. (desired)
• Basic first aid certificate. (required before start date)
• Spanish language fluency. (desired)

Experience

• Five or more years’ experience as an effective classroom teacher.
• Experience in research-based instructional practices.
• Previous coaching or teacher leadership experience. (desired)

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities

• Ability to successfully carry out job description duties.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Common Core State Standards, Gifted Standards and Gifted teaching strategies.
• Ability to collect and analyze data, in order to plan for instruction.
• Ability to design and deliver quality professional development.
• Effective collaboration skills and interpersonal skills, in order to maintain an environment with a common instructional focus, promoting school goals, and conveying expectations.
• Demonstrated interest and engagement in professional learning and reflection.
• Knowledge of school operations and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in a professional and positive manner, both orally and in writing.
• Friendly and courteous demeanor; a positive role model for students and staff.
• A love for students and learning.
• A commitment to the mission of The Academies CMO, and an enthusiastic support for The Academies CMO’s educational philosophy.
• Appropriate use of standard English language, in writing and in speech.
• Ability to take initiative and follow through on assignments.
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented personality.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with students, teachers, co-workers, and the public.
• Ability to operate a copier, laminator, and similar school machines.
• Strong leadership and effective staff management skills.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry-out verbal and/or written instructions from the Principal(s) and to work cooperatively with other staff.
• Effective conflict resolution skills.
• Integrity in all his/her dealings with the school community; is respectful, thoughtful, honest, and fair.
• Ability to follow established procedures in an emergency situation.

The Academies Charter Management Organization Board will consider candidates for the Instructional Coach position based upon a combination of education/certifications, experience, skills, knowledge and/or abilities, and mission fit.