Instructional Specialist Job Augusta area,Georgia USA,Education / Teaching

Overview

Job Title:

Instructional Specialist

Starting Date:
Immediately

Position Type:
Certified

Days Worked: 200 days / 10 months

Department/

Location:

RCBOE Richmond County, GA

Contracted Status:
Contract

Reports To:

N/A

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Job Code:

Job Qualifications are described in the Qualifications section.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director of Teaching and Learning, supports, develops and coaches teachers on increasing content knowledge and skills for effective teaching and learning.

Demonstrates practical application of research based, learner-centered instructional strategies.

Provides targeted support to new teachers.

Leads vertical and horizontal collaborative planning sessions.

Analyzes instructional practices and data to address specific areas for growth.

Designs and delivers professional development on instructional best practices, standards-based instruction, assessment and other targeted topics.

Develops coaching plans for teachers to ensure student improvement.

Models direct instruction and intervention lessons for teachers and implement problem solving strategies for all content areas.

Attends district level training and redeliver information as appropriate.

Possesses knowledge of curriculum and instructional best practices for online and face to face instruction.

Demonstrates operational knowledge of internet and web-related technologies.

Collects and submits data in a timely manner.

Utilizes a variety of student data including student work samples, screener data, and other formative and summative data to inform instructional decisions.

Models the use of research based instructional practices.

Assists in the implementation of the School Improvement Plan, Title I Plan and other school or district initiatives.

Assists in the compilation of reports and forms relative to the Title I regulations.

The employee shall carry out such other and further duties, whether specifically listed above or not, as are assigned by the Director of Teaching and Learning.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university;
Master’s degree (preferred).
Certification or Licensure: Must possess a valid Georgia teaching certificate or ability to acquire. Graduate work in reading, math or technology AND/OR related endorsements (reading, math, gifted, STEM, online teaching, personalized learning, computer science, teacher support and coaching, teacher leader, coaching) preferred. Reading or Math Endorsement (preferred). Must meet the district’s online learning competency requirement. Teacher Support and Coaching Endorsement or ability to acquire within two years.
Skills: Knowledge of RCSS curriculum, techniques for integrating technology into the curriculum, RCSS policies, and effective instructional practices for face to face and virtual instruction. Understanding of the teaching and learning process. Ability to problem solve and work effectively with administrators, teachers and students. Technical proficiency and the ability to learn new technology and online systems quickly. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

Knowledge of Canvas Learning Management System.
Work Experience: At least five years of successful teaching experience; evidence of student achievement and student progress; strong leadership skills; familiarity with adult learning and online learning; evidence of effective technology use; and data analysis skills.

Other Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Categories: Instructional Support >
Teacher Mentor

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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