Enrichment Specialist

Job Goal

Gavin South Middle School seeks a dynamic Instructional Coach to support teachers and support the enrichment needs of our 2nd through 4th grade students at Gavin Central Elementary School.

Performance Responsibilities

• Models instructional strategies in classrooms
• Teach enrichment classes to 2-4 grade students in need of deeper learning opportunities in order to expand curriculum
• Co-plan and help with literacy strategy integration
• Co-teaching at times with classroom teachers
• Aids in the implementation of the District MTSS plan
• Co-teaching at times during core reading and math tiered MTSS instructional blocks
• Implementation of professional learning at the building level around literacy skills and strategies
• Supports and helps to enhance the implementation of district curriculum
• Becomes an active member of building and district leadership teams
• Works with first year teachers as a mentor
• Organizes, plans, and leads family reading opportunities throughout the school year
• Plans, implements, and follows through with training to support teacher-based teams
• Increases the quality/consistency/effectiveness of classroom instruction
• Ensures implementation of adopted curriculum to meet the needs of all students
• Ensures that student achievement data drives instructional decisions in classrooms
• Expands teacher's use of a variety of resources to improve instruction
• At times works directly with students to meet learning goals
• Cultivates a culture that is positive, values others, and supports innovation
• Demonstrates evidence of good interpersonal skills with colleagues

Qualifications

• Hold Illinois Educator Certification Correct and Current Endorsements for Grades K-4 & Meet all Highly Qualified Status Requirements (reading endorsement and/or reading specialist preferred but not necessary)
• Have a record of successful teaching experience
• Have at least 3 years teaching experience with primary-age children
• Experience preferred using DIBELS, MAP, STAR, and 95% Group

Benefits

Teachers Contract (GEA) - Article VI (Working Conditions), Teachers Handbook - p. 4 & 24 (Hours & Work Year), Extended Paid Days as Assigned by the Administration

Terms of Employment

To apply: Please complete the online application and attach the required documents.

Gavin School District 37 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.