Instructional Coach

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

Work closely with Instructional and Administrative Team to facilitate the fully implementation of a school-wide one-way dual language program.

Deliver professional development opportunities and professional research and reading for teachers whole-group, small-group and one-on-one.

Deliver small group interventions to teachers.

Follow up with teachers to make sure they are fully-implementing outcomes outlined at staff development trainings.

Model effective reading practices for teachers and provide needed support for teachers to successfully implement effective strategies for student success.

Guide teachers to collect and analyze data and develop action plans in response to determined student needs.

Oversee the school’s assessment procedure, training, data collection and collaboration with the principal to complete reports.

Train teachers on how to properly implement assessment instruments.

Complete monthly status reports to track on or below grade-level, below grade level and more than one grade level student levels by class, grade level and school-wide.

Gradual release coaching for teachers including lesson demonstration, co-teaching, in class observation and coaching.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs Other Related Work As Required.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT:

General Office Equipment Personal Computer

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field required.

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field preferred.

Minimum 5 Years Of Classroom Teaching Experience Required.

Ability to read, write, and communicate in the Spanish language preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid Texas Teaching Certification in (at minimum) EC-6 required.

Texas Bilingual Teaching Certification preferred.

Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Reliable means of transportation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Cityscape Schools mission, philosophy, culture, protocol, and organizational structure.
• Knowledge of effective and efficient methods for organizing and maintaining records and ability to perform the same.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws governing education.
• Knowledge and competency in subject(s) taught.
• Knowledge of elementary, secondary or special education principles, practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching.
• Knowledge of Texas Education Agency, and school rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of people and remain sensitive to their concerns.
• Ability to present a positive and professional image of Cityscape Schools.
• Ability to work independently and with limited supervision.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with employees, parents, students, and the community.
• Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines and time constraints.
• Ability to establish goals and objectives and monitor their effective implementation.
• Ability to apply discretion and independent judgment and exercise confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior.
• Ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, administration, and parents.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.
• Proven ability to teach struggling emergent readers
• Familiarity with a variety of language and literacy assessments
• Deep knowledge of reading, writing and literacy development
• Outstanding presentation and facilitation skills
• Interpersonal skills (communication, problem solving, conflict management, collaboration)
• Strong organizational skills
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires:

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Light to moderate lifting is required for up to 25lbs.
• Sitting for long periods of time. Repetitive motions.
• Ability to travel to district/campus locations.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to work after hours or on weekends for District Events, as needed.