Middle School Science Instructional Coach

Stride, Inc. • US - MI - Remote, MI

2d • Remote

About The Position

The Middle School Science Instructional Coach uses content and instructional expertise to work collaboratively with academic administrators, master and/or lead teachers, and teachers to support student learning and teacher practice in a virtual project-based learning classroom. The position focuses on individual and group professional learning that develops teachers’ understanding of research- and data-based effective instruction. The coach helps colleagues build teaching skills, apply new knowledge, and access ongoing professional development for one or more schools in the region, as part of a team under the direction of the Instructional Methods Advisor.

The role supports teachers and school leaders through professional learning, instructional modeling, coaching and feedback, data analysis, and assistance with assessment and grading practices. This is a home-office-based position requiring Michigan residency, Michigan teaching certification, and a middle school Science certificate. Travel may be required up to 25% of the time.

Requirements

• Michigan Teaching Certification is required, including a middle school Science certificate.
• Must reside in Michigan.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education and five years of successful teaching experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Ability to pass a required background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience designing and delivering quality professional development for administrators and teachers.
• Previous coaching or leadership experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum frameworks and standards.
• Experience with research-based instructional practices for learning.
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and organization skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), web conferencing tools, and the web.
• Master’s degree in Education, Instruction, or Leadership.
• Interpersonal skills for creating collaborative and collegial relationships with teachers and school leaders.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement organized individual and group learning opportunities for teachers and school leaders.
• Model effective and differentiated instruction for teachers.
• Create and deliver ongoing professional development for teachers and school leaders.
• Help teachers align instruction with effective teaching methods, standards, and student data.
• Observe teachers and school leaders and provide meaningful feedback and coaching.
• Improve teaching and learning quality through ongoing support to increase teacher effectiveness.
• Provide staff with resources and skills to implement effective instructional practices.
• Help teachers and school leaders make instructional decisions based on student data.
• Assist with implementation of assessment and grading practices.
• Support teachers and administrators in analyzing student data.
• Support development of high-quality professional learning communities.
• Conduct research on new practices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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