Literacy Instructional Coach

Instructional Coach

An Instructional Coach is an experienced educator whose work focuses on refining teacher practice in the classroom with the primary indicator of success being learner achievement. Instructional Coaches utilize coaching cycles to work in partnership with educators as equal partners towards a common student-centered goal. Coaching builds teacher efficacy by supporting teachers in refining their instructional practices to close the achievement gap and accelerate learning for all students.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support, feedback and reflection to increase the quality and effectiveness of instruction.
• Align standards-based instruction with curriculum to meet the needs of all students.
• Ensure that student achievement data drives instructional decisions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education.
• Valid North Dakota Teaching License.
• Minimum of 5 years of successful teaching experience.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of schools, teachers, and classrooms.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Basic proficiency with instructional technology.

Application Procedures:

All applications for open Fargo Public Schools positions must be made via  Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties. Applicants for administrative, teaching, professional and other certified staff positions will need to attach:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three (3) Professional References
• Complete transcripts for each degree from the institutions conferring the degrees.
• In addition, Teacher Applicants will need to attach:
  Current teaching license.

Fargo Public Schools does not offer or provide sponsor ships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other status protected by law.