The Instructional Coach will work as a colleague with classroom teachers to support student learning and teacher practice. The Instructional Coach will help the teachers analyze student data and support teachers in the areas of curriculum, instruction and assessment. In order to meet this purpose, the Instructional Coach will provide personalized, 1:1 support based on the goals and identified needs of individual teachers.
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Analyzes class and grade level data for the purpose of sharing information with teachers/staff and making informed decisions relative to instructional practices
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Assists in collection of baseline data for the school.
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Facilitate meetings of Professional Learning Communities.
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Observe teacher practice and provide feedback to individual teachers.
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Support teachers and staff in the use of school data systems.
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Support school-based administration and school leadership teams.
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Demonstrate willingness to assume leadership positions.
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Provide organized, individual and/or group learning opportunities for teachers as needed.
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Provide support in analyzing student assessment data.
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Assist teachers with instructional decisions based on assessment data when requested.
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Assist teachers with specific classroom activities when requested.
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Provide support for classroom motivation and management strategies.
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Assist teachers in creating materials that are in alignment with curriculum.
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Provide teachers resources related to instruction and curriculum.
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Provide assistance in researching instructional and/or curriculum issues.
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Model effective, differentiated instruction when requested.
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Provide encouragement and emotional support to teachers.
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Encourage ongoing professional growth for all teachers.
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Manage time and schedule flexibility to maximize teacher schedules and learning.
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Work positively toward meeting identified district and building improvement goals.
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Assist with development of district curriculum, instruction and assessments.
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Develop and maintain a confidential, collegial relationship with teachers.
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Possess an understanding of when to contact administrators regarding issues of safety/ethics.
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Perform duties as assigned by the Principal.
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Participate fully in professional development for coaches, including peer observations, professional research and reading, and inquiry sessions.
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Assist teachers in aligning their teaching with appropriate standards, curriculum and assessments.
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Work collaboratively and collegially with other Instructional Coaches, curriculum specialists and district specialists.
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Look into/research new research-based programs and curriculums as necessary for the teachers.