Instructional Coach

Instructional Coach

J.O. Combs Unified School District 44 complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities to apply and participate in the hiring process. The district is located in San Tan Valley near Queen Creek, Mesa, Apache Junction, and Florence. We offer the full student experience from Pre-K through high school. The District is comprised of five elementary schools, middle school, high school, and alternative and online schools.

We hire employees who are committed, innovative, and passionate about children and their educational opportunities.

Position:
Instructional Coach

Work Calendar: 10 months, 200 days

Hours:

Full-time, 40 hours per week

Salary Schedule/Base Annual Rate (Subject to Change): $54,540.00 Additional credit for related years of service and education.

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Benefits:
Eligible for benefits the first of the month following the new hire date

About the Role

The Instructional Coach is a master teacher who serves as a member of the instructional staff with responsibility for Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment programs and for providing Professional Development for teachers. The instructional coach assists, supports, and coaches staff members in effective instruction with emphasis on the curriculum areas of reading, writing and mathematics to ensure student success and academic achievement. The goal of the instructional coach is to build capacity in the use of effective instruction by providing ongoing coaching, demonstration teaching, and guiding teachers.

The Instructional Coach serves as a member of the District Curriculum, Assessment, Instruction and Professional Development team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

The Instructional Coach works in conjunction with site leadership, district leadership and various departments to enhance teacher effectiveness and student achievement. Expectations include the following.

The Coach:

• Support the goals, objectives, strategies and programs of the district.
• Assist with the annual review, update, and writing of District curriculum to ensure compliance with the State Standards.
• Assist in the development and execution of District Professional Development.
• Assist with the alignment of standards/curriculum with related instructional materials, strategies and activities.
• Assist staff with setting achievement goals based on the results of student assessments.
• Conduct classroom observations and mentor teachers needing assistance with curriculum, instruction and assessment.
• Attend professional development workshops in job related areas.
• Assist in the alignment of standards/curriculum with related instructional materials, strategies and activities.
• Assist and support staff (principals, classroom teachers, special education teachers and instructional assistants) in providing effective instruction and improving student achievement.
• Keep principals and teachers up to date on effective instructional strategies, techniques, activities and materials, that through research, have proven to increase student achievement.
• Model direct, explicit systematic instruction including effective teaching techniques and strategies, coaches staff members in implementation of effective instruction.
• Understand and interpret assessment data, both formal and informal, to inform instructional decisions.
• Assist staff with the understanding and interpretation of assessment data to inform instructional decisions.
• Support district staff in monitoring new/probationary teachers in establishing effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
• Coordinate and provide on-site curriculum related professional development (class demos, workshops, in-services, classes, etc.)
• Attend site-based leadership team, grade-level and/or staff meetings.
• Attend and/or facilitates TAT (Teacher Assistant Team) meetings.
• Assist in the implementation and interpretation of comprehensive needs assessment.
• Assist with coordination of parental involvement meetings, workshops, family academic events, curriculum nights.
• Perform other duties, as assigned, to ensure the effective and efficient functioning of the work unit.

What You Need

Arizona Teaching Certificate

Minimum of three (3) years of satisfactory teaching experience

Must have or be able to obtain an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, through the Arizona Department of Public Safety

Demonstrates:

• Knowledge of Arizona State Standards and National Standards
• Knowledge of current academic and instructional research
• Skill in instructional processes that facilitate integration of curriculum
• In-depth knowledge of planning for learning and instructional strategies
• Technology literacy and a willingness to use technology innovatively
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong understanding of intervention and appropriate instructional practices
• Knowledge and understanding of effective strategies for instructing diverse learners
• Knowledge and understanding of…