0.5 FTE TLCS Pre-K Instructional Coach and 0.5 FTE Pre-K Inclusive Teacher

The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.

Duties & Responsibilities:

(Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)

The 0.5 Pre-K Instructional Coach position encompasses support for all preschool teachers in the implementation of the District and Children’s Village Growing Excellence Plan. Candidates would need to be familiar with, and/or willing to learn, the Pre-K system and trainings, which include but are not limited to: GOLD, Early Childhood PBIS, Pyramid Model-PBIS and it’s systems: Pyramid Model Implementation Data System (PIDS), TPOT, etc., Creative Curriculum implementation, Conscious Discipline, and Special Education- Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) knowledge.

• TLCS Prioritized Responsibilities:

  • Engage in Student-Centered Coaching cycles, which includes partnering with a teacher of record in a classroom for instruction, planning, and reflection. This also includes:

    • Co-planning for classroom instruction

    • Co-teaching & Modeling

    • Use of a Results-Based Coaching Tool

    • Feedback and reflection

  • Accompanying teachers on peer classroom visits

  • Leading professional learning

  • CTT Meetings as possible with flexible schedule

• TLCS Additional Responsibilities:

  • BSAT Meetings as possible with flexible schedule

  • PD Planning

  • Data analysis/Reporting of data

  • Maintaining required shared calendar

• Must be willing to support and implement Davenport’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and DCSD High Priority Initiatives for both behavior and academics.

• Pre-K Teacher Role

  • Provide high quality preschool programming and services in accordance with DHS, IQPPS, and Head Start Performance standards.

  • Maintain, write and implement IEPs, Specially Designed Instruction and progress monitoring

  • Work collaboratively with paraprofessionals in using developmentally appropriate practices and providing small group or individual instruction

  • Work collaboratively with personnel from the district and a variety of community agencies to provide comprehensive services to young children and their families.

  • Work with a team to ensure ongoing assessment of individual child progress.

  • Administer district’s early childhood curriculum and follow early learning standards and benchmarks.

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Mandatory work days outside of the normal teacher contract

• Additional 8 days with $5,000 stipend

• Endorsement required: Must hold certificate in PreK1001 [Birth through Grade 3 Inclusive Settings endorsement] or PK-K Early Childhood Special Education

• Relevant experience in the preschool field required.

Physical Requirements of Position:(HBV ?Yes ? No)

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to -

• Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties.

• Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture.

• Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather.

• Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

• Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.

Work Environment:

(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Noise level is quiet to loud.

• Work may be indoors and/or outdoors.

• Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms.

• Substance-free environment.

• Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public.

• Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of student.

Special Qualification Desired:

(Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)

• Successful Candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential

• 3 years of experience teaching (required)

• At least one year teaching in Davenport Community Schools (required)

• Excellent attendance

• Technologically proficient

• Strong data analysis, organizational and leadership skills

• Able to work as a team member

• Possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse faculty

• Serve as an active participant in MTSS, PBIS, NIET Rubric, CLR, and CTT staff development, collaboration, and implementation of strategies when appropriate.