Instructional Coach

Job Title: Instructional Coach

Department: Instruction 

Reports to: Building Principal

Classification: Exempt

Summary

The Instructional Coach will collaborate with the building principal to facilitate the instructional program.  The Instructional Coach will work directly with teachers modeling classroom-based strategies, providing collaborative and one-on-one support, and facilitating teacher inquiry and related professional development.

Job duties of the instructional coach are assigned by the building principal.  

Essential Duties 

Curriculum Specialist

• Assist teachers in the acquisition of appropriate, district approved resources for students
• Understand key components of different program, and how those look in the classroom
• Share research, best practices with school staff
• Work with staff to align resources and practices with the approved curriculum
• Align the written, taught and tested curriculum
• Adjust pacing and curriculum  guides to ensure alignment with guaranteed curriculum
• Assist with the selection and evaluation of resources district-wide

Data Analyst

• Ensure that student achievement data is informing  instructional decisions
• Assist staff with the compilation and analysis of student achievement data
• Lead data dialogues with staff to ensure instruction is based on data
• Organize assessment processes used to determine student performance; assist with flexible grouping appropriate to the instructional process; communicate the analysis of data to administration and staff.

Learning Facilitator

•  Align site and district professional development with district focus
• Collaborate with school and district leadership to align change initiatives to school and district vision
•  Collaborate and support teachers to achieve common goals
• Plan and facilitate professional development at school and district-wide that aligns with the principles of effective adult learning
•  Increase instructional skills of novice staff
•  Provide on-going job-embedded professional development to school and district staff
• Create a positive learning environment, with a continual emphasis on staff improving their professional abilities
• Facilitate and support department/team meetings

Instructional Specialist

• Communicate clearly and accurately
• Use questioning and discussion techniques with staff to support professional learning
• Provide feedback to staff
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
• Demonstrate knowledge of pedagogy
• Assist staff with the designing coherent instruction
• Assist staff with the selection of appropriate instructional goals
• Model, co-teach instruction aligned with district focus
• Observe school and district staff to support their instructional needs

Catalyst for Change

• Meet with building administration on a regular (weekly) basis to monitor the implementation of instructional strategies appropriate to support Reading and/or Math within the content areas.
• Display behaviors and attitudes that align with building and district vision
• Understand the change process and align professional practices

General Responsibilities 

• Support the mission and vision of the Neosho School District.
• Work in classrooms to provide sustained, job-embedded support by observing, modeling, co-teaching, mentoring, providing feedback, identifying resources, and problem-solving with teachers.
• Facilitate and support department/team meetings.  Communicate effectively with administrators, parents, staff, and community organizations with regard to student progress/needs.
• Organize assessment processes used to determine student performance; assist with flexible grouping appropriate to the instructional process; communicate the analysis of data to administration and staff.
• Meet with building administration on a regular (weekly) basis to monitor the implementation of instructional strategies appropriate to support Reading and/or Math within the content areas.
• Provide/facilitate targeted and ongoing staff development activities to include summer training.
• Stay current with new technologies to facilitate and support student learning, data management, and communication.

• Assist teachers in the development and implementation of curricular modifications/classroom strategies.
• Interact with students, parents, and staff in a professional manner demonstrating tolerance of individual differences, patience, and sensitivity.
• Maintain appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance; timely submission of required reports; participate in staff, department, and committee/team meetings; contribute to SIT/IEP activities.
• Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics, and state and federal laws.
• Attend/assist with school events; organize/supervise field trips; etc.
• Help to sustain the profession by supervising student teachers, observers, paraeducators, and aides.
• Facilitate academic assistance to students before and after regular school hours.
• Obtain instructional resources and materials through processes outlined by the principal.
• Supervise students at school by monitoring hallways and common areas.
• Be prepared to implement the Building Crisis Plan; actively participate in response drills.
• Maintain a safe and well-organized instructional space.
• Respond to change in a productive manner.
• Strive to communicate the positive aspects of our school program to the public in word and deed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal, or other building or district administration.

 Professional Responsibilities

• Adhere to contractual responsibilities
• Reflect on coaching practices
•  Maintain accurate records related to interactions as a coach within building
• Grow and develop professionally
•  Show professionalism

Qualifications 

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate