Instructional Support Specialist

Catapult Learning•Philadelphia, PA

1d•$65

About The Position

At Catapult Learning, we provide educational solutions that generate academic achievement and better life outcomes for students. Join Catapult Learning and become a part of a national organization with a legacy of more than 45 years of student impact. Instructional Support Specialists facilitate change in teacher practice so they can diagnose student needs more analytically, plan more productively, and teach more effectively. Creating trusting and growth-focused relationships, coaches collaborate with principals to align instructional practices with school goals. This is a part-time position (1-2 day/wk) in Philadelphia non-public schools. Compensation starts at $65/hr. Overview How you’ll be there for educators and students: Be their career guide. Be their collaborator. Be their consultant. Our educators equip students with exceptional learning experiences. Be there for them by building their skills in key instructional areas like literacy, math, STEM, technology implementation, and blended learning. The ripple effect of your impact will be felt by countless students as their teachers leave every interaction with you better equipped to deliver on our promises to students. With our resources and ongoing support, you can be wholly present and do what you love to do: create a safe, supportive, and inclusive school environment that fosters student growth and development.

Requirements

Valid PA Instructional II teaching certificate
Master's degree in education or related field
Knowledge of Curriculum programs
At least two years' experience as a Curriculum Coach (or similar position)
5 years’ experience teaching
Experience working or teaching in a high school setting
Excellent research, written, and oral communication skills
Ability to establish priorities and work independently
Must have advanced proficiencies with Microsoft Office suite and ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

Conduct model lessons, classroom observations, provide "next step" support for teachers
Support teachers with classroom management techniques, provide resources, techniques, and toolkits
Support classroom teachers by co-planning or co-teaching then reflecting and debriefing together
Provide leadership, support, and assistance to all classroom teachers for skillful instruction
Understand and support the Danielsen Framework
Assist teachers in building an interactive classroom environment focused on the content and learning strategies embedded in the curricular programs
Serve as a resource in identifying appropriate instructional strategies and interventions to improve student achievement
Assist schools with their understanding of student achievement goals using available baseline/historical testing data
Assist schools with identifying, planning, and undertaking appropriate "next steps teaching" for groups of students as indicated by the assessment process
Complete all Catapult Learning paperwork and virtual documentation in the timeframe designated by the Supervisor
Lead interactive professional development workshops when needed.
Maintain documentation of work with teachers using Catapult Learning's proprietary system
Support preparation and pacing of instruction to ensure state standards are being met and are in alignment with the Archdiocese of Philadelphia