Instructional Specialist (Secondary Schools) at Alabama State Department of Education – Selma, Alabama

POSITION TITLE: Instructional Coach

JOB GOAL: Build teacher capacity and their understanding of instructional practices as related to instructional best practices and current evidence-based trends in pedagogy. Models continuous improvement, lifelong learning and goes above and beyond to ensure student academic success.

REPORTS TO: Principal

QUALIFICATIONS: Minimal of 3 years successful teaching experience with a record of successfully impacting student achievement; valid certification in any specific teaching area. Demonstrated teacher leadership; Strong interpersonal skills.

SALARY: To be determined commensurate with local salary schedule credentials and experience.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to:

1. Model lessons in classrooms on a daily/weekly basis.
2. Support the instructional development of all teachers in understanding the curriculum and the Teaching and Learning Framework for Instructional Excellence, and data analysis.
3. Build strong relationships with teachers, administrators, and other coaches.
4. Provide direction and coordination for how the curriculum is to be taught consistently with District initiatives and recognized best instructional practices.
5. Assist teachers with resources, materials, tools, information, etc. to support classroom instruction and planning, including new resources.
6. Support teachers and administrators in using data to improve instruction on all levels.
7. Assist teachers with planning and pacing of lessons, the development of differentiated lessons, and the selection of best practices to meet the needs of their students.
8. Support teachers by helping with the strategic how of teaching and share multiple instructional strategies/processes with teachers during planning times.
9. Informally observe (non-evaluative) lessons and provide feedback for a teacher's professional growth and students' success.
10. Develop coaching plans for teachers to ensure student improvement.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: A minimum of nine months in accordance with Board approved salary schedule.