Instructional Coach

Job TitleTo provide effective support, feedback, and intensive group and individual professional learning to teaching staff in order to improve student achievement based on ongoing assessment data and research that is predictive of successful teaching practice and student outcomes.QualificationsEducation/Certification:Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in or relating to early childhood education, elementary education, special education, or a related field.Special Knowledge/Skills:Strong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to interact with diverse populationsStrong critical thinking and decision-making skillsAbility to identify and solve problemsAbility to work cohesively with teachers, administrators, and the interdisciplinary teamAbility to implement teaching staff coaching to improve classroom practice and student learningAbility to model and support the use of technology to increase achievement, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and AccessMust complete training, obtain and maintain certification in Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS), and recertify annuallyBilingual (English/Spanish) oral and written communication skills preferredExperience:Minimum of five years successful teaching experience working with children ages 0-5, inclusive of children with disabilities or behavior concernsExperience in an instructional coaching or related role with teaching staffExperience working in an Early Head Start or Head Start program preferredMajor Responsibilities and Duties:Model HCDE and Head Start's mission, vision, and values.Work with interdisciplinary teams to ensure integration and consistent delivery of all Head Start services.Collaborate with Education and Special Services team to improve the quality of child outcomes by planning and developing curriculum instructional strategies for continuous improvement.Use data and assessment information to provide targeted feedback to teachers who require additional support with instruction and/or classroom management by discussing possible research-validated interventions that will assist the teacher in addressing needs.Model lessons and encourage teachers by using a wide variety of coaching methods including gradual release, co-planning, modeling, co-teaching, side-by-side coaching, and video reflection.Provide regular professional development to teachers through observation feedback, lesson plan feedback, coaching meetings and professional development workshops.Participate in the development of an ongoing student assessment plan and the analysis of outcome data to adjust practice and school readiness goals.Maintain the confidentiality of information.Perform other duties as assigned.