Instructional Coach

Duties

PURPOSE:

The Instructional Coach facilitates building sustainable best practices of instruction, assessment and collaborative problem solving regarding a specific student, program, or school-wide initiative to NSSEO member districts and programs. Coaching practices directly support the implementation of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (i.e., RtI and PBIS) to improve academic and behavioral outcomes across the Tiers. The goal of coaching is to build school/district capacity to improve outcomes for all students that align with state and federal regulations through the provision of ongoing:

* consultation and technical assistance

* job-embedded professional development

* assessment and evaluation

* modeling and feedback of strategies and supports

* collaborative problem solving

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Develop coaching goals, in collaboration with district and/or school leadership teams, to improve academic and behavior outcomes for all students that aligns with district/school initiatives.

Provide on-site coaching through modeling, guided feedback, questioning and active listening to build local capacity and implementation of best practices.

* Communicate and collaborate with educational teams, school administrators, students and parents to identify and implement best practices.

* Facilitate various educational team meetings (e.g., district leadership teams, individual problem-solving meetings) through the problem-solving process.

* Provide on-going technical assistance to school personnel as it relates to improving outcomes for students:

Model best practices in instruction for general and special education students.

* Observe and provide feedback to support the implementation of practices with high fidelity.

* Problem solve system-wide; classroom and individual issues

* Make data-based decisions to improve outcomes for students.

* Design, deliver and evaluate evidenced-based professional development activities related to specific topics (e.g., Autism, Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports, Response to Intervention) to change educator practices.

* Support the collection and analysis of implementation data to ensure high fidelity of implementation of MTSS activities and plan.

* Locate and link resources based on district/school needs.

* Utilize coaching tools to manage time, prioritize tasks and follow through on activities and communication.

* Collaborate and problem solve with other NSSEO coaches through participation of monthly meetings.

* Foster community partnerships and collaborate with ISBE school improvement projects (e.g., I-RtI Network, PBIS) and other community agencies.

* Other duties, as assigned.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

* Assume appropriate roles as adult model, behavior manager and educator.

* Continue professional growth.

* Communicate effectively and respect human diversity.

* Assume other duties and special projects as assigned.

* Support NSSEO policy, NSSEO and governing board goals and objectives, and The School Code of Illinois.

Qualifications

* Professional Educator Licensure endorsed in Special Education, School Psychology, Speech and Language Pathology, or Social Work OR

* Certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BCBA)

* Multiple years of experience in the field of education.

* At least two years working in a consultant and/or coaching capacity.

* Experience in implementing and supporting school improvement processes, including Response to Intervention (RtI) and Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS).

* Experience designing, delivering and coordinating professional development learning activities that embeds effective adult learning practices.

Salary/Benefits

Salary Classification:
Per NSSEA Salary Schedule - dependent on applicant's Licensure held

Benefits:
Per NSSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement

How to Apply

To apply please complete an application on the NSSEO Website here:

Kirk School in Palatine - JOB

Miner School in Arlington Heights - JOB

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

Email Address

bcarter

School District

https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Position Website

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

Illinois Report Card

Job Posting Date

3/7/2025

Start Date

8/11/2025