Elementary Instructional Coach

Lincoln Academy•Pleasant Grove, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary Instructional Coach, having both content and instructional expertise, will partner with classroom teachers to support and improve classroom management, student engagement, student learning (proficiency/growth), curriculum implementation, technology integration, and other highly effective instructional practices. The Elementary Instructional Coach will focus on individual and group professional learning that will expand and refine the understanding about research-based, effective instruction and student learning. In order to meet this purpose, the Elementary Instructional Coach will provide personalized, 1:1 support through coaching cycles and other personalized, relevant professional development experiences based on the goals and identified needs of individual teachers and grade-level teams, with an emphasis on using data to inform decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university
Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience
Current Utah Teaching License
Demonstrated knowledge of Utah content standards
Experience with research-based instructional practices
Strong understanding of instructional strategies, data-driven instruction, and effective PLC practices
Experience integrating technology to support teaching and learning
Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills for building an environment with a common instructional focus, promoting initiatives, and conveying expectations
Ability to design and facilitate impactful professional learning for adults
Ability to communicate in a professional manner both orally and in writing
Strong organization and communication skills and efficiency in meeting deadlines
Commitment to contribute as a positive and collaborative member of a team
Commitment to engage in ongoing professional learning and self-reflection

Nice To Haves

Previous coaching or teacher leadership experience preferred
Advanced degree from an accredited college/university
Deep knowledge of literacy and math development
Experience with CKLA, i-Ready, Acadience, and RISE

Responsibilities

Partner with teachers to improve instructional practice and student outcomes
Provide individualized, classroom-based coaching, including modeling, observation, and feedback
Facilitate professional learning for individuals, teams, and staff
Support teachers and teams in analyzing student data to inform instruction
Collaborate with PLC teams to strengthen instructional practices and student learning
Build positive, trusting relationships with teachers and administrators
React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned
Support the vision, goals, and core values of Lincoln Academy
Coach teachers in planning and delivering standards-aligned instruction
Support the implementation of curriculum, assessment, and instructional best practices
Guide teachers in using assessment data to make instructional decisions
Model effective, differentiated instructional strategies in classrooms
Support teachers in implementing effective classroom management and student engagement strategies
Support effective PLC practices
Develop and provide resources to support instruction and curriculum implementation
Assist in the development of curriculum, assessments, and instructional materials
Maintain a confidential, professional, and collegial relationship with teachers
Manage time and schedule flexibly to meet teacher and student needs
Contribute to school and district improvement goals
Participate in ongoing professional learning, including coaching-specific training and collaboration
Communicate professionally and effectively with staff and administration
Exercise professional judgment, including when to involve administration in matters related to student safety or ethics
Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal