Instructional Coach - #2026-141

Responsibilities

• Aids teachers in developing strategies for effective student learning focusing on core content area standards.
• Works with students as needed, gathering data through observation, dialogue, and testing tools to design alternative strategies for meeting diagnosed student needs.
• Facilitates the use of data to enhance student achievement.
• Facilitates parental involvement and parent education to boost student learning.
• Supports teachers in implementing curriculum integration, with a focus on communication skills.
• Models effective teaching strategies and their applications.
• Assists teachers in implementing Common Core State Standards and district initiatives across all curricular areas.
• Serves as the primary coach liaison between the school and the district.
• Serves as a "Lead Learner" in Professional Learning Communities.
• Consults in the selection of instructional materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Involves in the implementation and monitoring of the School's Improvement Plan.

Qualifications

• Masters degree preferred, but a Bachelor’s degree meets Florida certification requirements for the educational subject area(s) to be coached.
• Five (5) years of successful teaching experience.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven ability to provide professional development.
• Effective/Highly Effective VAM in the area where coaching will occur, or historical teacher proficiency and growth may be considered if no VAM is available.
• Previous academic coaching experience is desired.