Instructional Coach

The provides support for the entire school staff in the areas of curriculum, and professional development, instructional teaching support, implementation of TBTs, assessment leadership in reading, mathematics and other duties as by administration.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of differentiation, instruction and assessment.
• Model instructional planning and delivery of instruction that align with district initiatives, Standards and ACPA Curriculum.
• Instructional Teacher Support.
• Support classroom management strategies.
• Support teachers in implementing or practicing new instructional strategies by co-teaching and/or facilitating reflective dialogue.
• Provide opportunities for teacher/classroom observations of other staff members that are non-evaluative and engage teachers in reflective dialogue in pre- and post-observation meetings.
• Integrate technology within curriculum and professional development.
• Provide positive leadership to assist and provide support for teachers and principals to implement district and building goals and increase student achievement.
• Assist in the area of formative assessments and analyzing and interpreting data.
• Professional Development and Leadership
• Build teacher capacity to utilize data to make informed decisions
• Participate with the Building Level Team and participate in the development and implementation of the school One Plan.
• Conduct workshops/trainings for staff and facilitate alignment of staff professional development.

Skills and Traits

• Meet with building administration on a weekly basis ensuring that Academic Interventionist goals/activities are aligned with school Mission/Vision
• Participate in appropriate grade level/department team/TBT meetings.
• Meet with the school administration and leadership team on a regular basis to examine school data and assist in school-wide planning (including professional development).
• Attend assigned professional development opportunities and meetings.
• Network with other school specialists and district personnel and other staff.
• Alignment with ACPA's educational philosophy and core values
• All other duties as assigned

Reporting:

The Academic Interventionist shall report to the building administrators

Qualifications

• Possess appropriate license or certificate in designated area(s): K-12, 4-9, 7-12 and a minimum of three years of teaching experience or and primary job responsibilities in the area of teacher coaching, team leader, and mentoring three of the last five years.
• Strong skills in pedagogy, content and instructional delivery.
• Ability to make content understandable, rigorous and relevant.
• Ability to motivate and engage students and staff.
• Quality interpersonal relationship skills.
• Effective leadership, organizational and written and verbal communication skills Ability to work with diverse cultural backgrounds.
• 5 years of successful teaching experience in schools or experience working with urban youth
• Experience coaching teachers preferred
• Experience working with BLT, TBT, or Professional Learning Community
• Bachelor's degree, with an advanced degree strongly preferred
• Previous School leadership experience was preferred
• but not required.
• Ability to work independently and make effective decisions
• Deep concern for fostering constructive adolescent behavior, especially in support of academic achievement.