CC#26-01-0690, Literacy Coach - Chignecto Family of Schools

Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP • Springhill, NS

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About The Position

The overall purpose of the Literacy Coach is to enhance instructional effectiveness and positively impact student learning, achievement, and well-being across the P-12 system. The coach is responsible for providing student-focused, collaborative support to teachers through classroom and virtual (synchronous and asynchronous) coaching. The coach strengthens instructional practice by engaging teachers in reflective dialogue, modeling high-leverage practices, and using student evidence to inform instructional decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Education Degree
• Master of Education Degree with a focus on curriculum, or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years successful classroom teaching
• Deep understanding of curricular expectations

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of high leverage literacy practices in instruction, assessment, and evaluation within an MTSS Framework
• Knowledge of and experience working with the P-2 and 3-6 Updated Language Arts Curriculum and other relevant documents/ curriculum guides
• Knowledge of and experience working with Provincial Moodles, TEAMS and GAFE
• Knowledge of and experience working with the CCRCE System Improvement Plan
• Knowledge of and experience using various Authorized Learning Resources for Literacy
• Knowledge of current curriculum initiatives in literacy
• Knowledge of and experience using quality practices to integrate technology
• Extensive experience in planning - lesson, unit, yearly planing at various grade levels
• Knowledge of current assessment, evaluation, and reporting initiatives(DEECD/CCRCE)
• Successful leadership in planning and facilitating professional development for adult learners
• Well-developed interpersonal and team building skills
• Well-developed communication skills: both oral and written
• Exceptional leadership skills
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem solving skills
• Ability to work in a variety of settings including team leadership, team membership, and individual self-direction
• Demonstrated experience with Professional Learning Community culture, structures, and practices
• Demonstrated experience in the application of the quality practices in school improvement processes

Responsibilities

• Providing student-focused, collaborative support to teachers through classroom and virtual (synchronous and asynchronous) coaching.
• Strengthening instructional practice by engaging teachers in reflective dialogue, modeling high-leverage practices, and using student evidence to inform instructional decision-making.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior