Teacher Mentor & Growth Coach

I. General Description Participate in the development and implementation of school academic achievement and assessment plans. Provide support in analyzing student data to identify student learning goals. Support goal setting, activities, classroom follow-up and goal attainment for cluster groups and Individual Growth Plan (IGP). Assess teacher evaluation results and maintain inter-rater reliability. Mentor Teacher I. General Description Participate in the development and implementation of school academic achievement and assessment plans. Provide support in analyzing student data to identify student learning goals. Support goal setting, activities, classroom follow-up and goal attainment for cluster groups and Individual Growth Plan (IGP). Assess teacher evaluation results and maintain inter-rater reliability. II. Qualifications Valid Arizona Elementary, Special Education, or Secondary Teaching Certificate Must meet all Arizona Department of Education certification requirements. Meets Criteria of Appropriately Certified Minimum of a Provisional SEI, ESL or Bilingual Endorsement Bachelor's Degree (minimum requirement) Must be able to pass a background check upon employment Must possess a valid IVP Fingerprint clearance card Two (2) years successful classroom teaching experience Proven track record in raising student achievement and/or demonstrated expertise in content, curriculum development, student learning, data analysis, mentoring and professional development Instructional expertise demonstrated through model teaching, team teaching, or video presentations Demonstrated excellent communication skills and an understanding of how to facilitate growth in adults Recommendation completed by current instructional administrator III. Duties And Responsibilities Assist in the design and delivery of research-based professional development for cluster groups. Provide follow-up (e.g. modeling, team teaching, observations with feedback) that supports/models how to use the ideas and activities learned in cluster meetings. Provide access to materials and research-based instructional methods to cluster groups and/or mentees. Work closely with cluster team members to plan instruction and assessments during cluster development time. Advance career teachers' knowledge of state and district content standards and the TAP Rubric. Provide specific feedback during coaching identifying areas of reinforcement and refinement. Provide opportunities/support for career teachers/mentees through team planning and team teaching. Serve as a resource for curriculum, assessment, instructional and classroom management strategies and resources. Guide and coach career teachers/mentees in the development of their growth plans. Develop programs that support positive behavior in the classroom and school setting. Observe and coach career teachers/mentees to improve their instruction and align it with the TAP Rubric. Participate and support the analysis of school achievement data to isolate school strengths and weaknesses in order to make suggestions for improvement. Accept leadership responsibilities and/or assist peers in contributing to a safe and orderly school environment. Participate in the setting of school and cluster goals. Communicate and reflect the visions and decisions of the TAP Leadership Team. Support the master teacher in cluster meetings by providing individual support to career teachers. Participate fully in TAP professional development at the regional, district and school level as scheduled. Develop a yearly plan/growth plan for new learning based on analyses of school improvement plans and goals, self-assessment, and input from master teacher and administrator observations. Make thoughtful and accurate assessments of his/her lessons' effectiveness and the extent to which they achieved their goals. Consider strengths and weaknesses, as well as personal/cultural differences, of adult learners as evidenced by communication and actions to promote effective teaching with all cluster members. Provide specific actions to improve the quality of instruction. Complete assigned TAP Evaluations including: Pre-conference, Observation, Post-conference with Reinforcement/Refinement Plan, follow-up and support Actively support school activities and events. Follow District policies, procedures, and directives in a timely and appropriate manner. Perform such other tasks as may be assigned. EVALUATION: Performance for this position will be evaluated in accordance with the provision of Board Policy GCO - Evaluation of Professional Staff Members. Reports to: Building Administrator FLSA Status: Exempt Compensation Range: Per Year Status: Certified Teacher - Salary Schedule and District Benefits Package and Stipend for extended school year and responsibility: $3,000 Terms of Employment: 1.0 FTE, Full Time; Mentor Teacher Work Calendar Application Requirements: All applicants must complete an online application, which requires 3 professional letters of recommendation, 3 professional references, a valid AZ Teaching Certificate, a valid Fingerprint Clearance card, Transcripts, Cover Letter, and Resume. Primary Location: Various Locations AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ORGANIZATION: The Avondale Elementary School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Avondale Elementary School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or marital status in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students. CERTIFIED TEACHER Hiring Guidelines & Salary Placement #J-18808-Ljbffr