Imagine Schools Instructional Coach for Middle School (Coachella) at Imagine Schools Riverside County

Job Summary

Job Summary

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: The Instructional Coach is a critical lever in improving student achievement. The role of the coach is to build teacher capacity and their understanding of instructional practices as related to Common Core and Data Driven Instruction. An instructional coach is a learner who models continuous improvement, lifelong learning, and goes above and beyond to ensure student success. All instructional coaches work collaboratively as a team with members of the Division of Teaching & Learning and the Office of Professional Learning. Instructional coaches will promote reflection, provide guidance and structure where needed, and focus on strengths, collaboration and common issues of concern. They are responsible for ensuring high-quality instruction in classrooms through modeling, coplanning, co-teaching and providing feedback to teachers. The instructional coach will demonstrate and model a passion for urban education reform and leadership. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND ROLES: Model lessons in classrooms on a daily/weekly basis. Support the instructional development of all teachers in understanding the CCSS curriculum and varied assessments, the Framework for Teaching, and data analysis. Build strong relationships with teachers, administrators, and other coaches. Provide direction and coordination for how the curriculum is taught consistent with District initiatives and recognized best instructional practices. ? Create an articulated schedule with building administration. Assist teachers in understanding ISRC-Hemet mission and core values. Provide technical support to collaborative teams within buildings. ? Assist teachers with resources, materials, tools, information, etc. to support classroom instruction and planning, including new resources. Support teachers and administrators in using data to improve instruction on all levels. Assist teachers with latest research and professional development.

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