Primary Purpose
Work collaboratively with teachers and administrators to provide job-embedded professional
learning and opportunities for reflection to impact student learning. Work directly with teachers to
plan and deliver highly effective first time instruction that provides equity of access for learners.
Work with campus and district administrators, as well as other instructional coaches, to support data
informed instruction and to research, identify, and foster the use of best instructional practices to
meet the needs of learners.
Qualifications
Education/Certification
Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas Teacher Certification, specific to assigned area
Special Knowledge/Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with adult learners
Working knowledge of computer software and multimedia tools
Leadership and problem solving skills
Embrace CCISD instructional philosophy and initiatives
Demonstrated expertise in the following areas:
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Content knowledge
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Standards-based instruction
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Instructional strategies and best practices
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Effective instruction for diverse learners
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Data interpretation
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Professional learning creation and delivery
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Adult learning theory
- Integration of technology
Experience
Minimum of 5 years of successful teaching experience
Varied grade levels of instructional experience preferred
Experience working with diverse student populations preferred
Experience working with adult learners, planning and delivering professional learning
Leadership experience (such as lead teacher, department head, curriculum writer, etc.) preferred
Demonstrated technology skills, including effective integration of technology into curriculum
Strong data analysis skills
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Provide job-embedded professional learning for campus teachers in meetings and in classrooms
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Facilitating the instructional design process using district curriculum documents and existing
assessment data
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Meeting with individual and teams of teachers to support the planning and delivery of
effective instruction designed to meet the needs of all learners
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Using collaborative study as a process to derive solutions that impact student learning
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Sharing theory, research, and resources to support best instructional practices
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Supporting teacher directed, or campus-wide, inquiry into problems of practice through
observation, data collection, data analysis, and reflection
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Providing opportunities for, and facilitating, reflection and self-assessment among teachers
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Supporting novice teachers’ design and delivery of effective instruction
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Demonstrating and co-teaching in classrooms to model effective classroom management,
formative assessment and student centered instruction
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Supporting teachers in designing and delivering re-teach, remediation, and tutorials
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Guiding individual and teams of teachers in using data (formative and summative) to inform
the planning, monitoring, and assessing of student learning and instructional effectiveness.
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Providing, or assisting with, other forms of job-embedded professional learning for CCISD
staff, such as book studies, learning walks, PLCs, etc.
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Modeling effective use of technology for teaching and learning during collaboration with
teachers and through classroom demonstration.
Provide instructional leadership and serve as a role model
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Developing relationships and connections with campus staff and district support personnel
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Supporting administration in their role as instructional leaders
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Providing feedback and support to teachers and administrators as they implement CCISDand campus initiatives
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Working with the Campus Administrative Team and campus teachers to enact positive instructional change
Model a positive instructional focus and concern for the success of all learners
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Remaining current in content and instructional pedagogy and model life-long learning by: attending professional learning sessions, referencing current professional literature, and engaging in personalized PL to support campus and district development
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Consistently using district approved and preferred technology for campus work and meetings
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Presenting topics of current instructional or technology interest at district and regional professional learning events
Personal Growth and Work Habits
- Actively pursue knowledge of professional literature and theory
- Actively participate in all district supported professional learning for instructional coaches
- Actively support teachers in various grade levels, building increasing expertise about district curriculum and the needs of learners
- Establish and pursue yearly goals for growth as an instructional coach and a content specialist
- Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
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Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and
content goals
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Demonstrate integrity and ethics
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Respect the confidentiality of coaching relationships and of the campus administration
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Seek to increase understanding of available technology and its integration into the
curriculum
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Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities
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Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings
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Meet task completion deadlines established by teams and by supervisor
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Maintain effective relationships with campus and district staff
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Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the
school/department are met
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Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and
verbal)
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Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned
Working Conditions
Mental Demands
Effective verbal and written communication; concentration while performing duties;
ability to maintain emotional and professional control under stress
Physical Demand/Environmental Factors
Frequent district-wide travel; moderate standing, walking, bending, lifting, carrying
Terms: 198 Days |