Position Title: Elementary Instructional Specialist for Grades 3-6
Reports to: Principal
Department: Administration
Position Category: Permanent, exempt, full-time, 11-month contract
Position Summary: Build capacity for campus instructional staff to improve the quality and effectiveness of Tier 1 instruction through reading and writing workshop and various math initiatives; collaborate with campus principal to develop coaching plans in alignment with campus goals for instructional improvement; provide coaching support to Professional Learning Communities; provide job-embedded professional learning according to the campus coaching plan; champion the TEKS Resource System and College Board curriculum and instructional delivery system in all conversations and work with campus staff; engage in continuous improvement; and perform other duties as assigned.
Job Scope: This position has no direct supervisory authority.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
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Engage in coaching cycles that include observing teaching, providing feedback and coaching conversations, modeling exemplar instruction, and co-teaching to empower teacher reflection around their own practice and goals for growth.
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Collaborate regularly with the Principal to monitor the progress of coaching plans and modify as necessary.
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Monitor and evaluate campus assessment data to determine areas for needed improvements in instructional practice and student achievement.
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Facilitate high-quality professional learning in alignment with best-practices for Adult Learning at the PLC and campus levels.
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Complete daily coaching log to continuously improve the use of time and impact of coaching actions.
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Engage in collaborative and independent research to stay current in knowledge of state and district policies, procedures, and best practices for coaching and classroom instruction.
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Provide coaching supports and training to first-year and new-to-district teachers.
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Facilitate a teacher mentoring program on campus.
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Partner with principals to monitor and provide feedback on the horizontal and vertical alignment of the campus instructional delivery system and implementation of the TEKS Resource curriculum.
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Promote the successful implementation of school-based professional learning communities.
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Assist teachers and administrators in data analysis and interpretation to measure and improve student achievement and/or program effectiveness.
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Serve as district and campus testing coordinator
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Maintain campus textbook and instructional resource inventories.
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Collaborate with campus staff to implement a continuous improvement process for monitoring student performance.
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Assist the campus MTSS collaborative in identifying campus needs as requested.
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Attend required training as specified for performing job responsibilities.
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Promote the successful implementation of arts-integrated instructional strategies.
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Communicate with technology support to troubleshoot technology used for instruction and testing.
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Other duties as assigned.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/ Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; stand instructional equipment; Google Applications
Posture: Prolonged standing, frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Work is located on campus site in a classroom environment; regular exposure to noise
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours
Minimum Education, Experience and Certification
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Must hold a valid teaching certificate
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Minimum of four years’ experience as a successful classroom teacher required
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ESL Certification required; Gifted and Talented Certification or Endorsement preferred
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Advanced degree and/or specialized training in designated areas preferred
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Experience in providing professional learning and/or coaching and mentoring teachers
Special Knowledge/Skills
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Desire to connect with others; accepting and non-judgmental personal stance; ability to build trustworthiness with others
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Skills in organization; leadership, coaching, and time management
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Self-motivation to continuously learn and grow
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Knowledge of methods of instruction, current issues, and best practices for student-centered instruction, expertise in using best practices and research-based intervention strategies for students experiencing learning difficulties
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Knowledge of grade-specific curriculum, district policy, and school operations
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Ability to relate to all types of people in order to plan, present and conduct professional learning and collaborations; ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form
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Ability to use curriculum management and data software solutions and other related instructional technology effectively
