Instructional Coach/Enrichment Specialist

Job Summary

The Instructional Coach/Enrichment Specialist reports to the Building Principal and supervises students at Gavin Central Elementary School. The coach supports teachers through professional development and in-classroom support, and also assists with the enrichment needs of 2nd through 4th grade students.

Job Goal

Gavin South Middle School seeks a dynamic Instructional Coach to support teachers. The coach will work closely with the administration to provide professional development and in-classroom support for teachers. Additionally, a part of this job will be to 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 with 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

Evaluation

Per GEA Contract

Salary and Benefits

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Terms of Employment

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

To Apply

Please complete the online application and attach the required documents.

About the Role

This position is exempt from overtime under FLSA.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Gavin School District 37 is an equal opportunity employer.