School-Based Instructional Coach

Elementary School-Based Instructional Coach Job Description

Role: Work closely with the K-8 Director, school administrators, and curriculum & instructional specialists to increase student engagement, improve student achievement, and build teacher capacity. Must be able to lead collaborative team workshops, grade-level teacher learning team cycles, and one-on-one coaching rounds. Coaches must understand the district curriculum goals, be able to analyze student data, and help teachers identify instructional needs.

Salary: 10 month Teacher Salary as designated by NCDPI teaching schedule.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university

Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience

Current North Carolina Teaching License

Demonstrated knowledge of North Carolina content standards

Experience in researched-based instructional practices

Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills

Ability to design and deliver quality professional development for teachers

Demonstrated ability to communicate in a professional manner both orally and in writing

Demonstrated strength in organization, communication skills, and efficiency in meeting deadlines

Demonstrated ability to function as a positive collaborative member of a team

Demonstrated interest and engagement in professional learning and reflection

General Responsibilities:

Provide individual and/or group learning opportunities for teachers as needed

Provide support in analyzing student assessment data

Assist teachers with designing instructional lessons based on assessment data when requested

Provide support for classroom motivation and management strategies

Assist teachers in creating materials that are in alignment with district curriculum

Provide assistance in researching instructional solutions

Model effective, differentiated instruction when requested

Provide encouragement and emotional support to teachers

Encourage ongoing professional growth for all teachers

Manage time and create a flexible schedule to assist teacher learning

Work positively toward meeting identified district and building improvement goals

Assist with development of district curriculum, instruction, and assessments

Develop and maintain a confidential, collegial relationship with teachers

Perform duties as assigned by the Principal and the PreK-8 Director

Participate fully in professional development for coaches, including peer observations, professional research and reading, and inquiry