26/27- Anticipated Elementary Instructional Coach Pool

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to: Principal

Dept./School: District-Wide

Primary Purpose

Provides coaching and support to classroom teachers to ensure the continuous development of instructional skills among assigned teachers.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate
• Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation
• Ability to interpret data and evaluate instruction programs and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• 5 years of teaching experience in the subject area assigned preferred

Responsibilities

Staff Development

• Work collaboratively with assigned classroom teachers to establish realistic, measurable objectives for both the teacher's individual professional development and student learning.
• Support the continuous professional growth and improvement of teacher instructional skills through coaching and collaborative problem-solving.
• Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and coaching to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation.
• Demonstrate teaching strategies with students in the classroom.
• Evaluate teacher effectiveness in accordance with established district programs.
• Plan and provide appropriate staff development for teachers, administrators, and staff.

Instructional and Program Management

• Work with teachers to analyze and interpret student data and use findings to develop and apply instructional strategies.
• Develop curricular or behavioral support materials as needed.
• Disseminate information regarding current research and significant developments on the state and national levels in the assigned area.

Communication

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

• Compile, maintain, and file all required reports, records, and other documents.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used

• Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture

• Prolonged sitting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion

• Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding, and use of the mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting

• Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment

• Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
• Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel

Mental Demands

• Work with frequent interruptions
• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work prolonged or irregular hours

Benefits

• The District contributes $330 monthly toward the cost of the employee-only health insurance, which is $105 more than the state-required amount of $225/month.
• All employees in this position receive free treatment at any Next Level Urgent Care.

Schedule

• Position Type: Full-Time
• Days: 202