Instructional Coach - High School One Internal App

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Instructional Coach - High School (1.0 FTE)

Positions available at Skyline High School, Taylorsville High School, and Olympus High School.

Internal Applicants only. This position is a one‑year contract and requires a professional Instructional Coaching endorsement or willingness to obtain within two years of hire.

Contact Information: Rob McDaniel, Principal, Skyline High School – remcdaniel ). Mark Ellermeier, Principal, Taylorsville High School – mellermeier ). Jen Christensen, Principal, Olympus High School – jcchristensen ). Anne Reese, Director, Teacher Onboarding & Instructional Coaching – areese ).

The Instructional Coach has expertise in classroom instruction, instructional coaching, adult learning theory, and organizational change. The Coach collaborates with classroom teachers to support student learning and improve teacher practice by providing individualized, goal‑based professional learning.

• Provide non‑evaluative feedback to teachers based on observed classroom practice
• Provide support in analyzing student assessment data
• Assist teachers with instructional decisions based on assessment data when appropriate
• Assist teachers with specific classroom strategies when appropriate
  
  Provide support for classroom engagement and management
• Assist teachers in creating materials that are aligned with the Utah Core Curriculum
• Model effective, differentiated instruction when appropriate
• Manage time and schedule flexibility to maximize teacher schedules and learning
• Work positively toward meeting identified district and building improvement goals
• Develop and maintain a confidential, collegial relationship with teachers
• Participate fully in professional development for instructional coaches, including peer observations, professional research and reading, and inquiry sessions
• Assist teachers in aligning teaching with appropriate standards, curriculum, and assessments
• Work collaboratively and collegially with other instructional coaches, curriculum specialists, and district specialists
• Understand that job responsibilities may vary related to each building's needs

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university – applicant must upload a copy of their degree with their application in order to be considered
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching and/or coaching experience – experience must be evident on resume or application in order to be considered
• Successful applicant must have a current Utah Teaching License – Utah Secondary Teaching License, Utah Secondary CTE License or Utah Special Education License (K-12) preferred. Applicant must upload a copy of their current teaching license in order to be considered. No Associate (AEL) License candidates will be considered for this position.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Utah Core Standards
• Experience in evidence-based instructional strategies
• Classroom instruction
• Instructional coaching
• Adult learning theory
• Organizational change
• Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills for building an environment with a common instructional focus, promoting initiatives, and conveying expectations
• Ability to design and deliver quality professional development
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a professional manner both orally and in writing
• Demonstrated strength in organization, efficiency, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to function as a positive collaborative member of a team
• Demonstrated interest in professional learning, growth, and reflection
• Be willing to attend monthly district professional development provided by Granite School District's Teacher Onboarding & Instructional Coaching Department

• Support the philosophy and vision of Granite School District
• Facilitate the intellectual and professional development of teachers with a focus on improving student achievement
• Create positive relationships with teachers and administrators
• Communicate and demonstrate researched-based instructional practices that result in increased student performance
• React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned
• Provi…