Provides continuous support for professional growth for elementary teachers through coaching, co-teaching and demonstrations. This includes support for the integration of Science of Teaching Reading in the early literacy classrooms.
Qualifications
Education / Certification:
Bachelor’s degree from accredited university, Masters preferred
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned
ESL Certification required within six months of employment
Completion of TEA Reading Academy
Special Knowledge/Skills
Expert knowledge of classroom management, effective instructional strategies and practices
Ability to demonstrate and develop these effective practices for classroom teachers
Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures.
Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation
Ability to support program effectiveness and program compliance
Ability to coordinate between content areas
Ability to analyze and interpret data,
Ability to evaluate and enhance delivery of effective instructional practices
Ability to establish and maintain relationships with campus teachers and administrators
Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Experience/Other Requirements
At least five years of effective teaching with elementary students preferred
Major Responsibilities And Duties
Instructional Management
Conducts classroom observations as a part of the coaching cycle and provides immediate critical feedback to enhance classroom instruction (not evaluative).
Supports teachers in the development of purposeful standards aligned formative and summative assessments.
Helps teachers to diagnose student strengths and weaknesses based on formative/summative data and plan for effective interventions.
Consults frequently with classroom teachers on matters relating to instructional methods and materials.
Works with special cases whose difficulty or complexity requires a high degree of professional skill and knowledge.
Leads weekly learning communities and provide professional learning opportunities based on campus and district needs and goals.
Participates in design, implementation and evaluation of campus staff development.
Attends appropriate professional meetings and workshops to maintain proficiency and to acquire new ideas for instructional improvement.
Support the academic achievement of all learners.
Leadership
Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with teachers and administrators.
Keeps school staff informed as to new development in subject matter areas.
Participating member of the campus instructional leadership team.
Policy, Reports and Law
Compiles, maintains, and files all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
Complies with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local board policy.
Professional Goals and Growth
Expands leadership skills and knowledge base through self-initiated professional development activities.
Conducts oneself in a professional, ethical manner in accordance with New Braunfels ISD Standards of Conduct and complies with the Texas Education Agency Code of Ethics.
Communications and Community Support
Attends and participates in district meetings with curriculum specialists and communicates with campus as appropriate.
Communicates and collaborates with district-level curriculum specialists to ensure rigorous, relevant curricula and instructional practices that will increase student achievement.
Keeps the campus informed as to the purposes and progress of district and state instructional program(s) and requirements.
Demonstrates awareness of district-community needs and initiates activities to meet needs.
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
Occasional districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education
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