MTSS + Tier 1 Instructional Coach (K-8)

Hemlock Public School District•Hemlock, MI

About The Position

MTSS & Tier 1 Instructional Coach (K-8) Required Qualifications: Valid Michigan teaching certificate. Strong English Language Arts skill set with a focus on literacy. Knowledge of evidence-based practices across Tiers 1-3 within an MTSS framework. Training or experience with literacy, mathematics, and intervention supports. Experience with a variety of assessment tools and strategies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Meet requirements for a background check and fingerprinting. Job Requirements, Knowledge, and Skills: Primary focus on K–8 coaching with occasional K–12 support and professional development. Use academic, attendance, and behavior data within MTSS to identify trends and prioritize coaching. Analyze academic, attendance, and behavior data to identify root causes, prioritize needs, and support teams in developing targeted instructional responses. Support implementation of high-quality Tier 1 instruction using evidence-based practices and instructional technology. Provide job-embedded coaching cycles including modeling, co-planning, observations, and reflective feedback. Support classroom management practices that strengthen student engagement and outcomes. Assist with extended learning opportunities and intervention programming. Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum & Instruction and building principals on district instructional initiatives and MTSS implementation. Other duties as assigned. A successful candidate will be able to: Build strong relationships with staff and support teachers in implementing research-based instructional strategies. Support teachers in implementing high-quality instructional practices aligned with state standards and consistent with district curriculum resources. Foster positive, structured learning environments using proactive management strategies and positive behavior supports. Support teachers using a variety of formative and summative assessment tools to monitor student progress, inform instructional decisions, and provide timely, targeted feedback. Actively engage in PLC teams to analyze student data, reflect on practice, and improve instruction. Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and families to foster a culture of academic excellence and a positive school climate.

Requirements

Valid Michigan teaching certificate.
Strong English Language Arts skill set with a focus on literacy.
Knowledge of evidence-based practices across Tiers 1-3 within an MTSS framework.
Training or experience with literacy, mathematics, and intervention supports.
Experience with a variety of assessment tools and strategies.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Meet requirements for a background check and fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

Primary focus on K–8 coaching with occasional K–12 support and professional development.
Use academic, attendance, and behavior data within MTSS to identify trends and prioritize coaching.
Analyze academic, attendance, and behavior data to identify root causes, prioritize needs, and support teams in developing targeted instructional responses.
Support implementation of high-quality Tier 1 instruction using evidence-based practices and instructional technology.
Provide job-embedded coaching cycles including modeling, co-planning, observations, and reflective feedback.
Support classroom management practices that strengthen student engagement and outcomes.
Assist with extended learning opportunities and intervention programming.
Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum & Instruction and building principals on district instructional initiatives and MTSS implementation.
Other duties as assigned.
Build strong relationships with staff and support teachers in implementing research-based instructional strategies.
Support teachers in implementing high-quality instructional practices aligned with state standards and consistent with district curriculum resources.
Foster positive, structured learning environments using proactive management strategies and positive behavior supports.
Support teachers using a variety of formative and summative assessment tools to monitor student progress, inform instructional decisions, and provide timely, targeted feedback.
Actively engage in PLC teams to analyze student data, reflect on practice, and improve instruction.
Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and families to foster a culture of academic excellence and a positive school climate.