LaGrange Elementary Instructional Coach (26/27)

About the role

To support teachers and staff in the assigned school in expanding their knowledge, skills and understanding related to effective instruction and how students learn with a focus on the areas of reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking resulting in improved demonstration of student learning.

Responsibilities

• Coach building level staff members to enhance their ability in supporting students as they demonstrate a high level of accomplishment in the areas of literacy/language arts.
• Work with the building Principal and Level Director to develop and implement activities supporting the enhancement of individual teaching skills.
• Engage in professional development to enhance personal professional knowledge and skills.
• Assist the principal in development of and implementation of: writing plan, thinking strategies, literacy initiatives, curriculum, assessment and instructional practices.
• Assumes all other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning and Level Director.

Requirements

• At least five years successful experience in teaching
• A master's degree or higher; a valid Kentucky Teaching Certificate
• Demonstrated knowledge and teaching skills in all areas of literacy (reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking)
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in working with adult learners

Qualifications

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Collaborative problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Benefits

• $2500 stipend

Pay

Compensation will be determined by the Superintendent based on 195 contract days and appropriate board-approved teacher salary schedule.

Schedule

This position requires a 7.5 hour work day.