Elementary ELA Instructional Coach

Duties

• Support the philosophy and vision of the school.
• Facilitate the intellectual and professional development of teachers.
• Create positive relationships with teachers and administrators.
• Communicate and demonstrate researched-based instructional practices that result in increased student performance.
• Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community.
• React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
• Support the value of an education.
• Demonstrate willingness to assume leadership positions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of researched-based instructional strategies that engage all students.
• Provide organized, individual and/or group learning opportunities for teachers as needed.
• Demonstrate knowledge using a variety of assessment tools.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.
• Provide support in analyzing student assessment data.
• Aid teachers in designing instructional decisions based on assessment data.
• Aid teachers with specific classroom activities when requested.
• Provide support for classroom motivation and management strategies.
• Aid teachers in creating materials that are in alignment with the curriculum.
• Monitor intervention programs by observing and meeting with teachers.
• Provide teachers Internet links related to instruction and curriculum.
• Instruct and support teachers with curriculum software products, and classroom/curriculum-related technologies.
• Provide assistance in researching instructional and/or curriculum issues.
• Model lessons when appropriate.
• Encourage ongoing professional growth for all teachers.
• Manage time and schedule flexibility that maximizes teacher schedules and learning.
• Assist with the development of district curriculum, instruction, and assessments.
• Develop and maintain a confidential, collegial relationship with teachers.
• Possess an understanding of when to contact administrators regarding issues of safety/ethics involving students in classroom observed.
• Obtain advance approval of the Principal/Academic Coordinator for unique activities and expenditures.
• Attend workshops/conferences to learn about new innovative instructional strategies.
• Adhere to all district and building health and safety policies.
• Understand that job responsibilities may vary related to each building’s needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree and endorsement in the grade/subject taught with a valid Tennessee certificate.
• Must be highly qualified.
• Governed by the Rules and Regulations of the Tennessee Code Annotated and the Tennessee Board of Education.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform the responsibilities and duties of the position.