RLA Instructional Coach

Job Title: Instructional Coach Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to: Superintendent Date Revised: 11/30/2024

Dept./School: Curriculum and Instruction

Primary Purpose

Provides coaching and support to classroom teachers to ensure the continuous development of instructional skills among assigned teachers.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation

Ability to interpret data and evaluate instruction programs and teaching effectiveness

Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

10 years teaching experience in subject area assigned

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Staff Development

• Work collaboratively with assigned classroom teachers to establish realistic and measurable objectives related to both the teacher's individual professional development and student learning.
• Support the continuous professional growth and improvement of teacher instructional skills through coaching and collaborative problem solving.
• Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and coaching to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation. Demonstrate teaching strategies with students in classroom.
• Plan and provide appropriate staff development for teachers, administrators, and staff.
  
  

Instructional

• Work with teachers to analyze and interpret student data and use findings to develop and apply instructional strategies.
• Provide Instructional support and planned development in the classroom.
• Use data to create small group interventions and individualize learning support for struggling readers and writers.
• Develop curricular or behavioral support materials as needed.
  
  

Assessment and Monitoring

• Oversee Administration of diagnostic assessments to determine students literacy strengths and weaknesses.
• Monitor student progress regularly and oversee adjusting instruction as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers to analyze data and develop strategies for improved literacy outcomes.
  
  

Teacher Support

• Train teachers on effective literacy instruction strategies, including evidence-based methods for teaching reading comprehension, phonics, fluency, and writing.
  
  

Curriculum Design

• Assist in the development and implementation of the school's literacy curriculum.
• Align teaching materials and strategies with state standards and benchmarks.
  
  

Teamwork with Educators

• Work closely with classroom teachers, special education staff, and other specialists to develop comprehensive literacy plans for individual students.
  
  

Other

• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

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, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside; frequent district-wide travel; occasional statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

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Received by Date

Building/Campus Ramirez Common School District

Salary Type Monthly

Technology Literacy E-mail, Spreadsheets, Word Processing, Internet, PowerPoint

Subject Area/Teaching Field/Endorsement English Language Arts and Reading