Instructional Coach-Dual Language (Spanish)

POSITION TITLE: Instructional CoachLOCATION: DistrictREPORTS TO: Chief Academic OfficerPrimary FunctionThe Instructional Coach will serve as an instructional leader who works closely with the school principal, teachers, and district leaders to manage, support, and guide faculty in a way that strengthens student growth and development. The Instructional Coach will provide support in the areas of curriculum, instruction, formative assessment, classroom management, and professional learning. The Instructional Coach will work with teachers and build relationships to help create a positive and supportive learning community.QualificationsLicense: Required: Professional Educator LicensePreferred: Illinois General Administrative endorsementEducation:Required – Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.Preferred – Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, or related fieldExperience: Required – Minimum Of Five Years Of Successful Teaching ExperiencePreferred – Experience working as an instructional coach or school administratorEssential Performance ResponsibilitiesMaintain familiarity with current educational research and trends through ongoing professional developmentEnsure alignment exists between instructional planning and assessments in the classroomModel lessons in classrooms on an ongoing basis or as neededSupport the professional development of all teachers in understanding the CCSS-aligned curriculum, varied assessments, effective instructional practices, and data analysisBuild strong collaborative relationships with teachers, administrators, other coaches, and district partnersRepresent, champion, and spread awareness of the North Chicago SD 187 mission, core values, and strategic goalsProvide guidance and support to collaborative teams within the schoolsAssist teachers with resources, materials, tools, information, etc., to support classroom planning and instructionResponsible and equitable stewardship, management, and distribution of instructional resourcesProvide professional development on instructional and classroom environment resources and strategiesImplement a data-driven, results-oriented, and evidence-based approach to coachingFacilitate conversations among teachers that result in a common understanding of performance standards and benchmarksSupport teachers and administrators in using data to improve instruction on all levelsAssist teachers with the planning and pacing of lessons, the development of differentiated lessons, and the selection of best practices to meet the needs of their studentsInformally observe (non-evaluative) lessons and provide feedback for a teacher's professional growth and students' successDevelop staff knowledge, skills, mindset, and behaviors through a variety of professional development on targeted topics and designsDevelop coaching plans for teachers to ensure student improvementContribute to the development of systems and structures to improve teacher practice within schoolsBe a positive contributor to the climate and culture of the schoolProvide job-embedded informal professional learning beyond the coaching responsibilitySubmit a weekly coaching log and any pertinent data requests/coaching documentation as requiredComplete any other duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesTechnicalKnowledgeable about effective coaching practicesProficient technology skills, including use of Google Apps for EducationProficient in student programming software processes and proceduresKnowledgeable about effective teaching and learning practicesWork effectively with data and research to develop and assess district strategies that increase student learningInterpersonalEffective oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.Evidence of dependability, integrity, and a strong work ethicAbility to take the initiative, work independently, meet deadlines, follow complex directions, and adapt to changing demands, activities, and workloadsDemonstrate proven leadership skillsDemonstrate knowledge of best practices in coaching and classroom instructionDemonstrate effective listening, collaboration, and follow throughDemonstrate ownership for the improvement and success of teaching and learning objectivesDemonstrate time management and organizational skillsMaintain confidentiality, discretion, and a professional demeanorThe ability to be a results-oriented, self-directed leaderThe ability to work effectively with adult learners and studentsThe ability to skillfully offer constructive feedback to facilitate change and improvementThe ability to be flexible, open, and willing to implement new ideasThe ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities, projects, and tasksThe ability to work with and contribute positively to a teamThe ability to seek resources and solutions to effectively solve problemsSpecific knowledge of assessment, lesson design, and student engagement strategiesGeneral knowledge of serving special populations of learnersExcellent communication, public relations, and interpersonal skillsEffective oral and written communication skillsOpenness to receiving feedback, learning, and developing professionalDistrict Core CompetenciesAchievement focusCultural competenceClassroom environment leadershipCollaborative communicator/team playerReflective learnerInnovative Physical DemandsManual Dexterity: Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some closely coordinated performance.Physical Effort: Work required handling average weight materials or equipment, but not for sustained periods.Working Conditions: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking, and 20% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Exempt, full-time, 12-month position; this position is not part of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with education and experience, including benefits package. Salary Band IV: $65,000-$110,000EVALUATION: AnnualThis description has been prepared to assist in properly evaluating various classes of responsibilities, skills, working conditions, etc. It is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and characteristic levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit, or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate changing school/district needs. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.The North Chicago Community Unit School District #187 is an Equal Opportunity Employer with established policies prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, arrest record, military status, the order of protection status, unfavorable military discharge, citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States, use of lawful products while not at work, being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, genetic information, physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, credit history unless a satisfactory credit history is an established bona fide occupational requirement of a particular position or other legally protected categories. The Superintendent of Schools/designee (847-689-8150) addresses questions regarding student discrimination, and the Director of Human Resources (847-689-8150) answers questions concerning staff discrimination.CREATED: 7/27/2015REVISED: 4/5/2023