Instructional Coach; DFW

Position: Instructional Coach (DFW)
Job Title:

Instructional Coach (DFW)

Wage/Hour Status:
Exempt

Reports to:

Director of Academics

Dept./School:
Academics

Position Summary:

Set Schedule - single cost objective - paid 100% from Title I

The Instructional Coach provides professional development and guidance for teachers to improve their knowledge of differentiating instructional strategies and monitoring/adjusting said practices to appropriately measure student progress in the classroom.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification and Experience

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

* Valid Texas teacher's certification

* Valid Texas ESL certification (preferred)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

* Knowledge of Texas Assessment Program, district curriculum, and Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills

* Demonstrate deep knowledge of the RtI process and district documentation process

* Demonstrate a deep knowledge of intervention techniques and programs to accelerate skill development

* Ability to use computers proficiently for word processing, development of presentations and record keeping

* Ability to work collaboratively

* Ability to model instructional techniques/strategies

* Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

* Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Responsibilities and Duties:

* Assist the classroom teacher in developing systems to maintain progress monitoring records and anecdotal information in order to effectively measure student progress while participating in given interventions.

* Assist the classroom teacher in implementing and analyzing the results of a variety of assessments and monitoring tools to help diagnose and prescribe individual students needs as well as monitor the progress of individual students daily and throughout the year.

* Participate in purposeful planning with teachers to assist teachers in identifying and serving students in need of intervention.

* Participate in all required professional development and district level meetings. The Title I Instructional Coach is charged with acquiring the knowledge, skills, technology skills, and instructional intervention strategies necessary to effectively impact student achievement.

* Work collaboratively with district content area specialists and program directors.

* Meet regularly with the school administration to keep them abreast of student progress.

* Actively pursue opportunities for life-long learning and professional growth.

* Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and legal/local board policies.

* Other duties related to the improvement of student achievement as determined by the director.

* Perform all other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:

* Regular use of complex machines and equipment (desktop/laptop computer and software, road and production machines and equipment, etc.)

* Intermediate skill in Data Entry, Database, Presentation, Spreadsheet, Word Processing/Typing

* Google suite of applications

* Video conferencing technology

Physical / Environmental Factors:

* Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem solving skills while under stress.

* Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).

* Must be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making.

* Perform all duties in a safe and responsible manner. Observe all safety precautions.

* Must reside in regional area where school campuses are located

* Some travel required

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responsive Education Solutions considers applicants for all positions without regards to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Responsive Ed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Federal Grant-funded Position Notice:
This is a grant-funded position and employees in grant-funded positions are hired only for the duration of the grant. Grant funded-employment is conditioned and contingent upon receipt of a full level of grant funding. If there is reduction in the grant funding or the grant funding ceases, the employment position may be reduced or terminated by Responsive Ed Texas.

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