Teacher-Data Driven Instructional Specialist

Job Title: Teacher-Data Driven Instructional Specialist

Department: Professional Learning

Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Schedule and 15 additional days

FLSA Status
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Exempt

Reports to: Director-Professional Learning

The Data Driven Instructional Specialist (DDIS) collaborates with principals, teachers, and departments to develop and implement action plans that build capacity for effective data- driven instruction. Through work with professional learning teams and individual teachers, the DDIS supports the implementation of standards-based curriculum and data-informed instructional practices to improve student outcomes. To ensure high-quality classroom instruction, the DDIS engages in systematic data collection and analysis, provides instructional modeling, facilitates co-planning and co-teaching opportunities, and offers targeted feedback and coaching to teachers.

Professional Learning Communities and Data Analysis

• Facilitate PLC processes through focused training, resources, and support to build team capacity
• Lead data literacy training and support instructional teams in assessment analysis
• Collaborate as part of the Guiding Coalition in developing and implementing building improvement plans aligned with the Strategic Plan
• Utilize district data collection platforms to support comprehensive data analysis
• Facilitate structured data conversations using protocols to inform instructional planning

Individual Coaching and Teacher Support

• Engage in focused classroom visits to gather specific evidence of student learning, calibrate instructional effectiveness using district frameworks, and provide actionable feedback aligned with district expectations regarding high-quality instruction
• Support teachers in lesson planning, pacing, and differentiation strategies
• Utilize coaching cycle with teachers to support the implementation of effective instructional strategies and best practices to improve teacher practice
• Develop individualized coaching plans focused on improving student outcomes
• Apply Adult Learning Theory principles to enhance professional practice
• Complete weekly coaching logs and required documentation

Curriculum and Instruction

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of district's guaranteed and viable curriculum across content areas to effectively support implementation and instructional delivery through the Learning Cycle
• Support implementation of district curriculum and initiatives
• Guide teachers in developing instructional agility to respond to student needs
• Assist in creating safe, productive, and collaborative learning environments

Professional Development

• Commit to continuous personal learning of district expectations for curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• Design and deliver targeted job-embedded professional learning opportunities
• Facilitate faculty and PLC discussions on instructional practices and data-driven decisions
• Support site and district-level training, as needed
• Attend required professional learning related to the position

Leadership and Collaboration

• Partner with principals to develop the school-wide approach to support the district strategic plan and initiatives
• Foster teacher leadership with growing levels of responsibility/gradual release to empower professional learning teams
• Provide differentiated support to teams and teachers
• Demonstrate high levels of professionalism in all interactions

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in job-related area from an accredited college or university
• Master’s Degree in job-related field preferred
• Elementary or Middle School experience required
• Five (5) years of successful teaching experience required
• Meaningful job experience with PLCs & data analysis
• Proficient with District platforms utilized for data analysis
• Professional development and facilitation experience
• Effective collaboration with departments and key stakeholders to support processes

Certificates, Licenses and Other Special Requirements

• Missouri Teacher Certification, required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain “Highly Qualified” status as defined by Missouri’s Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, required.
• Elementary or Secondary…