Elementary Instructional Coach

Barrington Public Schools•Barrington, RI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary Instructional Coach is a leadership position that will play a key role in supporting the district’s efforts around effective implementation of curriculum, instruction, and assessment in elementary school.

Requirements

Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience.
Current Rhode Island Teaching License.
Proficiency in Science of Reading
Demonstrated knowledge of Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and Rhode Island content standards.
Experience in researched-based instructional practices.
Desire to continue career improvement.
Previous coaching or teacher leadership experience including but not limited to: Modeling instructional strategies, implementation of professional learning communities, providing direct instructional feedback, and supporting continuous improvement, active role on School Improvement Team
Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills for building an environment with a common instructional focus, promoting initiatives, and conveying expectations.
Ability to design and deliver quality professional development for administrators and teachers
Outstanding presentation and facilitation skills
Demonstrated ability to communicate in a professional manner both orally and in writing
Demonstrated strength in organization, communication skills and efficiency in meeting deadlines
Demonstrated ability to function as a positive collaborative member of a team
Demonstrated interest and engagement in professional learning and reflection

Nice To Haves

A master's degree from an accredited college/university is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with the Assistant Superintendent and Building Principals to oversee implementation of high quality instructional materials in each content area.
Develop and implement curriculum plans aligned with district and building improvement goals
Manage curricular resources including online access, physical materials, and ordering
Monitor curricular assessments and data
Coordinate and facilitate professional learning opportunities
Provide coaching around content-based instructional practices to grade level teams
Provide support in analyzing student assessment data.
Support the facilitation of common planning time, including use of protocols to internalize units and intellectual preparation for lessons and using assessment data to inform instruction.
Manage time and schedule flexibility to maximize time with teachers and maintain open communication
Organize and facilitate learning walks aligned with curriculum implementation goals.
Support the work of literacy and math specialists through coaching and ongoing collaboration.
Utilizing research-based practices, support MTSS processes aligned with the content areas.
Participate in professional development for coaches, including but not limited to, walk-throughs, professional research and reading, and inquiry sessions.
Work collaboratively and collegially with all members of the professional learning community.
Demonstrated ability to integrate culturally relevant and responsive practices.
Support the implementation of preschool curriculum and assessment
Schedule regular meetings with building principals
Other duties as assigned.