Academic School Improvement Coach

Position: ACADEMIC SUPPORT SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT COACH
Requirements

Chesapeake Public Schools

JOB DESCRIPTION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

ACADEMIC SUPPORT SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT COACH

Department:
Academic Support

Pay Grade: TCH

FLSA Status:
Exempt

GENERAL PURPOSE

The purpose of the Academic Support School Improvement Coach position is to support K-12 schools in implementing and monitoring school improvement efforts that strengthen multi-tiered instruction, build educator capacity, and improve student achievement. Through coaching, professional learning, collaborative planning, and data-driven decision-making, the coach partners with teachers, administrators, and school improvement teams to support the successful implementation of Comprehensive School Improvement Plans and evidence-based instructional practices.

The coach uses student achievement, instructional, and progress-monitoring data to identify needs, inform improvement priorities, guide instructional decision-making, and monitor progress toward school improvement goals. Through job-embedded coaching cycles, the coach supports educators in strengthening Tier I instruction, implementing effective instructional practices, meeting the needs of diverse learners, and translating professional learning into classroom practice.

This position provides non-evaluative support through modeling, co-planning, observation, feedback, and facilitation of professional learning. The position reports to the Department of Academic Support, works closely with school administrators and division staff, and is contingent upon state and division budget approval.

Notes:

This position is contingent upon state and division budget approval.

The coach is not responsible for the evaluation of teachers.

The coach will support multiple schools across the district based on identified needs and school improvement priorities.

The coach will support educators across content areas.

The coach will support educators in meeting the needs of all learners, including learners of varying abilities.

The coach is responsible for maintaining documentation of coaching cycles, professional learning support, school improvement activities, and evidence of progress toward instructional and school improvement goals, and for submitting required documentation as directed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Implement and maintain evidence-based coaching cycles aligned to school improvement goals and identified school needs;
• Provide individualized coaching support through planning, classroom observations, feedback, reflection, and follow-up support;
• Model instructional practices, co-plan, and co-teach to strengthen implementation of effective instructional strategies;
• Establish and maintain positive, non-evaluative coaching relationships built on trust, respect, and open communication;
• Support teachers in planning and delivering high-quality Tier I instruction, differentiation, and small-group instruction that meets the needs of diverse learners;
• Support educators in analyzing instructional practices, identifying strengths and areas for growth, and improving instructional delivery;
• Model culturally responsive practices and support inclusive learning environments that meet the needs of all learners;
• Support schools in conducting needs assessments, analyzing multiple sources of data, identifying root causes, and developing improvement strategies aligned to Comprehensive School Improvement Plans (CSIPs);
• Disaggregate and analyze student achievement, instructional, and progress-monitoring data to identify trends, strengths, and areas for growth;
• Collaborate with school leaders and educators to identify priority needs, develop action plans, and monitor progress toward school improvement and student achievement goals;
• Support administrators, teachers, and support staff in using data to inform instructional decisions, intervention supports, and continuous improvement efforts;
• Monitor implementation fidelity and evaluate the effectiveness of school improvement initiatives through ongoing data review and collaboration with school leadership teams;
• Maintain coaching trackers and documentation demonstrating coaching activities, educator growth, implementation progress, and evidence of instructional improvement;
• Design, facilitate, and support professional learning aligned to school improvement priorities, division initiatives, and identified educator needs;
• Provide training and support to teachers and school-based employees regarding effective instructional practices,…