Instructional Coach
Employment Type: Instructional Coach; Full Time Location: Edward B. Cole Sr. Academy, Santa Ana, CA
Salary: To be discussed; with Benefits Package
Start date- August 8, 2016 Length of Work Year: 2016/2017
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Contact: Jessica Johnson Contact email: [email protected]
Requirements for Applying
Credential Requirements:
· Valid California Multiple Subjects Credential and CLAD/BCLAD or EL-Authorization
· Successful completion of basic skills (CBEST)
· Copy of Subject Matter Exam for NCLB compliance
Education: M.A. or M.S. required; CPR/First Aid Certification required before first day of employment.
Experience: A minimum of five (5) years successful teaching experience; a minimum of one (1) year previous teacher leadership or support experience; Previous Consulting/Out of Classroom Experience Desired
Qualifications: Dynamic character, flexible, resourcefulness, team player and proper social capability to relate effectively with diverse staff, students, parents and community; Ability to work with a wide variety of learners; Knowledge of the California Standards for the Teaching Profession; Ability to prepare and deliver oral presentations; Ability to provide effective coaching, staff development and technical feedback; Ability to provide effective demonstration lessons; Knowledge of effective instructional practices, research and methodologies; Knowledge of standardized and performance based assessment practices; Knowledge of data collection systems; Effective oral and written communication skills; Effective interpersonal skills; Ability to maintain accurate records and utilize report preparation techniques; collaborate with administrators, teachers, and students; Direct Instruction Training; Cognitive Coaching; Effective EL Strategies
Responsibilities: Support classroom teachers in developing effective instructional practices through the coaching process. Conduct demonstration lessons that model effective instructional practices. Conduct classroom observations and provide support with appropriate feedback for all teachers. Work with teachers and staff to implement ELD, curriculum, standards, and EL strategies. Facilitate grade level and/or content area team meetings focused on instruction and curriculum mapping. Facilitate grade level and/or content area team meetings focused on the analysis of formative assessments to guide instruction to assist grade level teams in setting goals for improved instruction. Plan and provide staff development sessions that are in line with the school’s philosophy, instructional goals and curriculum objectives. Provide support to teachers with the implementation of Common Core Standards. Assist teachers in the identification of appropriate interventions for students. Collaborate with site administrators, teachers, students and parents to enhance school instructional programs.
Brief Description of the Position: Under the direction and supervision of the School Director/or designee, provide leadership, support, and training to classroom teachers on effective best practices to ensure student success. Provide support on the implementation and assessment of the school’s curriculum and instructional programs.
How to apply: Submit the following to [email protected] with the subject line: Instructional Coach
· Cover letter that includes the following:
1.) What is your philosophy and approach to teacher coaching and why? (250 words or less, single
spaced)
2.) Highlight the experiences that will make you successful as an Instructional Coach. (250 words or less single spaced)
· Resume-include all education and professional experiences, dates of employment and summary of responsibilities
· Copies of unofficial transcripts
· Copies of credentials
· Three current letters of recommendation including at least one letter regarding your most recent teaching experience
If we would like to learn more about you, you will be contacted via email to submit an application for the position. All inquiries should be submitted via email. Please do not call.