Elementary Science Instructional Coach

Henrico County Public Schools, an innovative leader in educational excellence, will actively engage our students in diverse educational, social and civic learning experiences that inspire and empower them to become contributing citizens.

Under the direction of the Director of Teaching and Learning, and the K-5 Science Educational Specialist, the Elementary Science Coach will support the K-5 science program. Specifically, the role will provide job-embedded coaching, planning and delivering professional development and modeling of high-quality science learning experiences that are aligned with the Virginia Standards of Learning. Must be able to work collaboratively with team members and serve as a liaison between teachers, school-based administration, and central office personnel.

Works collaboratively with the Elementary Science Specialist to support and assist classroom teachers with planning and implementing authentic, inquiry-based learning in the science classroom.

• Supports teachers to strengthen effective science instruction including content, pedagogy, data and assessment

• Meets with teacher teams to provide high quality instructional coaching (including modeling, co-teaching and teaching) focused on the K-5 science curriculum and Henrico Learner Profile

• Advise building level administration on best practices for the transfer of science instruction

• Plan and facilitate one on one, small group, or large group professional learning sessions for teachers and administration

• Analyzes data with teachers to create goals and monitor student progress

• Ensures instructional activities and assessments are aligned to Science Standards of Learning

• Supports teachers in the implementation of the 2018 science standards

• Develop formative and summative tests, using multiple tools to assess student learning on an ongoing basis, and alters instruction to meet group and individual needs

• Assist in developing curriculum and providing resources that supports deeper learning utilizing Scientific and Engineering Practices as a structure for instructional delivery.

• Assist in maintaining an inventory of materials to support the collection and organization of supplies as necessary

• Plan instructional activities for all students, demonstrating knowledge of subject matter and using state Standards of Learning and district curriculum

• Incorporate and model appropriate use of technology to support instruction and student learning

• Communicate and coordinate instruction with other staff (special ed, gifted, remediation staff, resources, etc.) relative to student learning

• Attends professional development and training related to K-5 Science programs and methodologies, staying abreast of current research for teaching science in the elementary setting.

• Maintains professional manner when interacting with students, parents, patrons, community agencies and colleagues

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Minimum 5 years teaching experience desired in grades K-5 with valid teaching license
• Bachelor’s degree required; NBCT or Master’s degree preferred

The position has a 220 day contract.

Minimum annual starting salary: $58,839 Bachelors, $61,663 Masters, $64,623 Doctorate.

The special funding for this position is reviewed annually.

To be considered for the listed vacancy, you must submit a complete online application to include:

If you are unable to upload the documents, you may mail, fax, or hand-deliver the requested documents to:

Henrico County Public Schools

3820 Nine Mile Road - Attn: Human Resources

Henrico, VA 23223

Fax: (804) 652-3763

Henrico County Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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