Academic Coach (Math, K-8)

School District of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

19h

About The Position

The role of the Academic Coach is to support the use of effective instructional practices in the area of Mathematics and to serve as a liaison between District and school staff in support of the implementation of District initiatives.
This is a 10-month, PFT-represented position. The salary grade for this role is 0202.

Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• Three years of full-time, paid, professional experience in teaching Mathematics
• All work experience related to the position must be included on the resume
• Demonstrated knowledge of: PA Core State Standards, including the instructional shifts and their implications for instruction.
• the principles and methods of education.
• research related to the field of education.
• the principles of adult learning.
• best practices for coaching teachers and school leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to: observe lessons and give effective feedback based on the Danielson Framework for Teaching.
• develop and facilitate professional learning for school staff that is based on the tenets of impactful adult learning.
• communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Instructional I certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to teachers in the implementation of the math instructional components of the curriculum.
• Supports the school’s leadership team in developing the School Improvement Plan and monitoring the plan’s implementation.
• Teaches model lessons for teachers that illustrate effective instructional practices.
• Works closely with the Math Lead and Principal in planning, implementing, and assessing reform efforts at the school.
• Works with the school’s leadership team to develop and implement a staff-learning plan, based on identified professional development needs.
• Works collaboratively with District Offices to support district initiatives.
• Attend professional development led by the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment, or other offices (as directed).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time