Instructional Coach (Houston)

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Valid Texas teacher’s certification
Valid Texas ESL certification (preferred)

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of Texas Assessment Program, district curriculum, and Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrate deep knowledge of the RtI process and district documentation process
Demonstrate a deep knowledge of intervention techniques and programs to accelerate skill development
Use computers proficiently for word processing, development of presentations and record keeping
Work collaboratively
Model instructional techniques/strategies
Follow verbal and written instructions
Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Responsibilities And Duties

• Aid the classroom teacher in developing systems to maintain progress monitoring records and anecdotal information in order to effectively measure student progress while participating in given interventions.
• Aid the classroom teacher in implementing and analyzing the results of a variety of assessments and monitoring tools to help diagnose and prescribe individual students needs as well as monitor the progress of individual students daily and throughout the year.
• Participate in purposeful planning with teachers to assist teachers in identifying and serving students in need of intervention.
• Participate in all required professional development and district level meetings.
• The Title I Instructional Coach is charged with acquiring the knowledge, skills, technology skills, and instructional intervention strategies necessary to effectively impact student achievement.
• Work collaboratively with district content area specialists and program directors.
• Meet regularly with the school administration to keep them abreast of student progress.
• Actively pursue opportunities for life-long learning and professional growth.
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and legal/local board policies.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used

Regular use of complex machines and equipment (desktop/laptop computer and software, road and production machines and equipment, etc.)
Intermediate skill in Data Entry, Database, Presentation, Spreadsheet, Word Processing/Typing
Google suite of applications
Video conferencing technology

Physical / Environmental Factors

• Maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem solving skills while under stress.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
• Interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making.
• Perform all duties in a safe and responsible manner.
• Observe all safety precautions.
• Reside in regional area where school campuses are located
• Some travel required