Special Education Instructional Coach

KCK•Kansas City, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is seeking a Special Education Instructional Coach to develop teachers to function at high effective levels, as demonstrated by student achievement data. The goal is to ensure students make continuous improvements in state and national performance levels to prepare them for college and careers in a global society. This role involves improving classroom practice through data-driven decisions, planning for learning, and analyzing impact to achieve higher levels of student achievement. The coach will utilize research-based, culturally responsive coaching practices and principles of adult learning in professional development delivery. This position supports the integration of 21st-century skills and fosters a culture of continuous improvement aligned with district goals.

Requirements

3-5 years effective teaching experience preferred as evident by favorable references, portfolio, evaluations
Experience as a teacher leader as evidenced by student achievement data and other impact data included in a professional portfolio
Masters Degree in Education or related field (or plan of study on file and active progression to complete degree program) in an agreed upon timeframe
Maintains Kansas Teaching License in appropriate content area and level.
Demonstrated expertise in one or more content areas
Demonstrated effective coaching practices
Demonstrated ability to design, implement effective instruction resulting in students meeting or exceeding standards
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to read and analyze and interpret general professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, general curriculum and learning theories, correspondence, and protocols.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, parents, students, and the general public.
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community; ability to speak clear and concisely in written or oral communication.

Nice To Haves

Physical and emotional ability to perform required work and move about as needed in the fast-paced, highly intensive school environment
Maintain a neat and professional appearance

Responsibilities

Develops teachers to improve their practices as evidenced by improved student achievement on district formative and standardized measures.
Improves classroom practice through the use of data driven decisions, planning for learning and implementation, analysis of impact, resulting in higher levels of student achievement.
Utilizes effective and research based culturally responsive coaching practices.
Uses principles of adult learning and effective facilitation in the planning and implementation of professional development (in-service and classroom embedded).
Designs and delivers standards-based professional development (Building and District in-service, embedded, and Professional Learning Communities).
Skilled in facilitation of “learning focused conversations”.
Coaches teachers to use data to change classroom practice.
Supports teachers to become reflective thinkers using models such as gradual release model.
Understands and deploys best practice curriculum management process.
Supports implementation of and assessment of Guaranteed Viable Curriculum and required District instructional approaches.
Serves as content expert in one or more content areas, with thorough knowledge of Standards (National, State, and District) and content-knowledge.
Supports integration of 21st century skills into the curriculum.
Demonstrates high levels of proficiency in leadership behaviors and professional deportment.
Establishes trust by empowering, developing, and effectively communicating with staff, students, parents, and community.
Fosters a culture of and demonstrates behavior congruent with the “District Values and Expectations”.
Aligns actions, time, and resources to support full implementation of KCKPS 5-Step Process resulting in attainment of the District Goal and Indicators of Success.
Engages in (or facilitates) professional learning and growth, as a learner and leader.
Other duties as assigned by Assistant Superintendent.
Ability to work a full duty day in the location or locations assigned.
Maintains communication with teachers, other school personnel, and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action which will meet the educational needs of students.
Provides health services, information, and counseling in an effective and positive manner to enhance the health and wellness of the school community.
Completes accident/incident reports for students/staff.
Compiles data for statistical purposes.
Maintains confidentiality regarding educational records.
Maintains a daily log of school/staff visits and documentation.
Maintains the daily environment of the health office facility and supplies.
Utilizes existing technology effectively in the performance of duties.
Performs other related work as required.