Instructional Coach

Position: Instructional Coach

Qualifications:
1. Education Level: Master’s Degree
2. Certification: Valid Missouri teaching certificate
3. Experience Desired:
? Five (5) years successful teaching experience.
? Knowledge of MAP (Missouri Assessment Program) and ESSA (Every Student
Succeeds Act)
? Knowledge of evidence-based instructional strategies
? Experience analyzing multiple data points in order to inform instruction
? Experience in the development, preparation, and presentation of professional learning
aligned with the principles of Adult Learning Theory
? Experience providing support and aiding with the implementation and analysis of new
technologies that improve the learning process.
? Proficient with Canvas LMS, G-Suite, and Microsoft
? Strong technical, troubleshooting, and analytical skills
? Ability to excel in a self-directed environment

General Summary: The Instructional Coach is fundamental in improving student achievement in the
district. The role of the coach is to build teacher capacity and deepen their understanding of high-
leverage instructional practices. They work in collaboration with classroom teachers in order to
provide personalized support based on the goals and needs of the individual teacher. An Instructional
coach is a learner who models continuous improvement and goes above and beyond to ensure all
students experience equitable learning opportunities. Instructional coaches work collaboratively as a
team and support many stakeholders throughout the district to ensure we have the greatest impact on
our educational community.

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Supports teachers in implementing effective instructional strategies in the classroom as
determined by multiple data points.
2. Assists teachers with the planning and pacing of lessons, the development of differentiated
learning opportunities and the implementation of best practices in order to meet the individual
needs of students.
3. Builds strong partnerships with the building principal, teachers, support personnel and the
instructional coaching team.
4. Supports district initiatives by ensuring alignment of curriculum, instructional practices, and
assessments to ensure consistency across the district.
5. Supports the needs of multiple grade levels and multiple disciplines.
6. Ensures high-quality instruction in classrooms by modeling, co-planning, co-teaching, informal
observations (non-evaluative) and engaging in coaching cycles with teachers.
7. Provides professional learning as needed in multiple disciplines for a variety of audiences.
8. Meets regularly with building administrators in regards to effective instructional practices,
curriculum implementation and data analysis.
9. Supports the educational programs and services of the district by working collaboratively with
teachers and providing both formal and informal professional learning opportunities.
10. Assists with special projects as determined by the Executive Director of Teaching and
Learning and building administrator.
11. Utilizes the Adult Learning Theory to support adult learners and improve professional practice.
12. Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities, projects and tasks.
13. Ability to effectively communicate with multiple stakeholders.

Type of Position: Teacher
Reports to: Executive Director of Teaching and Learning
Evaluated by: Executive Director of Teaching and Learning
Contract: 185 25 extended days = 210