Instructional Coach

Job Description:
An instructional coach builds the capacity of Tier 1 (core) classroom teachers by supporting teachers’ capacity to implement evidence-based practices, increasing student engagement, and improving student academic achievement. 
This support will take place in a variety of ways:

1. Job Embedded Coaching and Professional Development:  Effective literacy coaches spend 80% of their time working directly with teachers to enhance evidence-based practices. They apply a variety of coaching techniques, choosing the most appropriate approach for a given situation. They support teachers in making instructional decisions based on data gathered as evidence of student learning.
2. Instructional Leadership: Instructional coaches are integral members of leadership teams at the school and district level. They are teacher leaders who push forward site and district goals, build alignment and coherence in our EC-12 district, analyze data to prioritize support, and support teachers in using data to make instructional decisions. Coaches are routinely expected to develop and lead large group and small group professional learning.  
3. Collaboration: The instructional coach teams with administrators, other coaches,  and classroom teachers in a collaborative, reflective relationship to enhance instructional capacity and maximize student learning. Coaching provides non-evaluative teacher support through action planning, co-planning, observing, modeling, conferencing, and co-teaching that is differentiated to meet teachers’ professional learning needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use a variety of strategies to establish rapport and trust with teachers and leaders
• Work collaboratively with teachers to set professional growth goals and monitor progress
• Analyze student data and assessment results to identify strengths, weaknesses, and gaps in student learning and co-create responsive instructional plans  
• Model effective instructional strategies for teachers as needed
• Provide constructive feedback to teachers on observed instructional techniques. Coaching observations are completely non-evaluative.
• Facilitate team meetings that focus on data analysis, problem-solving, coordinating services, and improving instructional practices
• Serve as a teacher leader on assigned committees that focus on student achievement
• Serve as a liaison between the district and school by attending district-level meetings/workshops and sharing the information with the appropriate stakeholders 
• Apply principles of adult learning when providing building-level and district-level professional development 
• Reflect on coaching practices and engage in continuous improvement to meet the diverse needs of teachers
• Advocate for equity to identify the instructional practices that will help teachers meet the needs of all learners, especially underserved students
• Maintain essential coaching records including coaching logs, data meeting minutes, calendars, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Up-to-date knowledge of research-based instructional approaches, curriculum, and adult learning theories
• Knowledge of evidence-based teaching and learning practices, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, Minnesota’s K-12 Academic Standards and/or B-5 Early Childhood Indicators of Progress, requirements of the Minnesota READ Act, and data informed decision making practices
• Demonstrated record of success improving student achievement data using evidence-based teaching practices
• Commitment to work effectively with diverse students, families, and staff
• Effective and strong collaboration skills 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills 
• Strong drive and self-motivated
• Ability to apply a variety of group facilitation techniques for professional learning
• Ability to manage time and keep accurate records

Education and Experience:
Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in education and current Minnesota teaching license.  5 years teaching experience required. 
Preferred credentials: Master’s degree in Differentiated Instruction, Educational Leadership, Reading, Curriculum, or other related field.

Compensation & Benefits:
Salary compliments education and experience according to the Faribault Education Association Master Contract. Benefits will be provided according to the Faribault Education Association Master Contract.

Application Procedure:  Apply online at: www.faribault.k12.mn.us

Application Deadline:  Open Until Filled