What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Coach - 2025-2026 SY position at East St Louis School District 189?
- Knowledge of and experience with staff development.
- Knowledge of teaching performance standards.
- Knowledge of effective instructional practices.
- Knowledge of curriculum standards.
- Ability to successfully analyze data.
- Ability to integrate some technology.
- Provide training and support for mentors and new teachers.
- Follow-up visits with teachers for reflective dialogue and feedback.
- Assist with writing grade level curriculum based on Common Core standards.
- Analyze data student performance data to instructional needs and implement appropriate staff development or coaching support
- Support Classroom Instruction: to support teachers in order to help increase the quality and effectiveness of classroom instruction.
- Model/team teach effective research-based instruction.
- Provide opportunities for small group and individual discussions related to problems teachers face regarding teaching/instruction through the use of Cognitive Coaching or other strategies.
- Provide assistance and resources to teachers and school leaders in a timely manner.
- Observe instruction and provide regular feedback help build teacher self-efficacy and empower them to build their own craftsmanship.
- Provide on-going support for new professional development and learning with a focus on research-based, best practices.
- Facilitate implementation of professional development through job-embedded coaching.
- Respond to teacher's needs through differentiated professional development opportunities.
- Help with student assessments.
- Develop/maintain schedules for tutoring.
- Provide support for building SIT teams (School Improvement Teams).
- Provide support for Tiers as needed.
- Plan, support and monitor differentiated instruction in classrooms to reach the needs of all students.
- Conduct building and staff trainings related to school improvement efforts.
- Serve on curriculum related committees
JobID: 2942
Position Type:
Elementary Teaching Positions/Instructional Coach
Elementary Teaching Positions/Instructional Coach
Date Posted:
3/17/2025
3/17/2025
Location:
Vivian D. Adams Early Childhood Center
(High-Needs School)
Vivian D. Adams Early Childhood Center
(High-Needs School)
Date Available:
07/01/2025
07/01/2025
Closing Date:
Until Filled
TITLE: Instructional Coach CLASSIFICATION: CertifiedUntil Filled
FLSA: Exempt DEPARTMENT: Vivian Adams Early Childhood Center
SALARY: Teacher Salary Schedule WORK YEAR: 180 days
REPORTS TO: School Principal or Designee
Job Summary:
To support classroom teachers in the implementation of best practices in teaching and learning using differentiated instructional strategies. Through reflective dialogue and feedback, the instructional coach will provide classroom support to teachers by planning and modeling effective instructional strategies in order to improve teacher performance and outcomes for students. Coaches will develop and deliver staff development in the area of curriculum and instruction at the building and district level.
Qualifications:
Illinois Professional Educator License
Masters degree in subject area, curriculum/instruction, or administration, preferred
Five years teaching experience, preferred
Required knowledge, skills and abilities:
Performance Responsibilities:
Working Conditions:
Inside/outside office environment. Some travel within the district.
Hazards: Unusual Demands Frequent standing, sitting, walking, and lifting up to approximately 24 pounds. Must be responsive to the needs of adult learners
