Instructional Coach

General Description: Instructional Coaches serve as non-evaluative, school-based instructional leaders focused on enhancing teaching capacity and boosting student learning through evidence-based professional development and targeted supports. Responsible for facilitating coaching cycles, modeling lessons, and analyzing data in support of the division's instructional goals.Requirements:Must possess a Bachelor's degreeCurrent Virginia teaching licenseMinimum of five years successful classroom teaching experienceStrong knowledge of research-based instructional practicesOutstanding presentation and facilitation skillsStrong communication skills to share research-based approaches with teachers and administrators and provide advice, mentoring, and coachingReports To: Assistant Superintendent of InstructionEssential Job Functions:Works with the Instructional team to communicate a clear vision of instructional excellence and continual improvement that are consistent with school division goals.Keeps abreast of educational development and trends by participating in professional development opportunities, professional research, and reading.Provides individualized, classroom-based support to implement a comprehensive instructional program.Models best teaching practices in core content areas of reading, math, science, and history.Works with principals to create a school-wide focus on goals for student achievement.Assists teachers with resources, materials, tools, information etc. to support classroom instruction and planning.Supports teachers and principals in using data to improve instruction.Assists teachers with planning and pacing of lessons, developing differentiated lessons, and incorporating best practices.Participates in Professional Learning Communities to support teachers and principals.Assists principals in analyzing and interpreting data with teachers.Assists teachers in using test data to inform classroom instruction.Supports teachers in implementing instruction that aligns to the Virginia Standards of Learning.Performs coaching cycles with new teachers and/or teachers who need additional targeted support.Provides professional development at the school and division levels that supports division goals.Serves as a liaison between district instructional personnel and the schools.Perform other duties as assigned