Project Based Learning (PBL) Instructional Coach
- Employer
- K12 Inc.
- Location
- Herndon, VA, United States
- Salary
- Competitive
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Requisition Number 19-0274
Title Project Based Learning (PBL) Instructional Coach
City Herndon State VA
Description
Project Based Learning (PBL) Instructional Coach
K12 is a technology-based education company that offers proprietary curriculum and instructional support services to students in kindergarten through 12th grade. As the leader in K-12 online education for more than a decade, the company uses virtual public and private schooling methods to provide families with alternatives to traditional "brick and mortar" classrooms, giving children access to a high-quality education no matter where they are in the world.
We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest level of integrity. We have the same high expectations for our employees as we do for the students who are in our programs. These are just a few of the values that make K12 a great place to work.
The Project Based Learning (PBL) Instructional Coach, having both content and instructional expertise works as a colleague with academic administrators, master and lead teachers, and teachers to support student learning and teacher practice in a virtual PBL classroom. This position focuses on individual and group professional learning that expands and refines the understanding about research and data based effective instruction for teachers. The role supports others in building teaching skills, assists in applying new knowledge and provides ongoing professional development to a school or schools within the region, as a part of a team under the direction of the Instructional Methods Advisor.
AS A Project Based Learning (PBL) Instructional Coach, YOU WILL..
MINIMUM REQUIRED QualificationsMaster's degree in Education, Instruction, or Leadership Interpersonal skills to create collaborative and collegial relationships with teachers and school leaders Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills WHO ARE WE?
K12 is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Title Project Based Learning (PBL) Instructional Coach
City Herndon State VA
Description
Project Based Learning (PBL) Instructional Coach
K12 is a technology-based education company that offers proprietary curriculum and instructional support services to students in kindergarten through 12th grade. As the leader in K-12 online education for more than a decade, the company uses virtual public and private schooling methods to provide families with alternatives to traditional "brick and mortar" classrooms, giving children access to a high-quality education no matter where they are in the world.
We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest level of integrity. We have the same high expectations for our employees as we do for the students who are in our programs. These are just a few of the values that make K12 a great place to work.
The Project Based Learning (PBL) Instructional Coach, having both content and instructional expertise works as a colleague with academic administrators, master and lead teachers, and teachers to support student learning and teacher practice in a virtual PBL classroom. This position focuses on individual and group professional learning that expands and refines the understanding about research and data based effective instruction for teachers. The role supports others in building teaching skills, assists in applying new knowledge and provides ongoing professional development to a school or schools within the region, as a part of a team under the direction of the Instructional Methods Advisor.
AS A Project Based Learning (PBL) Instructional Coach, YOU WILL..
- Designs and implements well organized individual and group learning opportunities for teachers and school leaders;
- Models effective and differentiated PBL instruction for teachers;
- Creates and delivers ongoing professional development for teachers and school leaders in PBL;
- Assists teachers in aligning their instruction with strong teaching methods, standards, and student data;
- Observes teachers and school leaders and provides meaningful feedback and coaching;
- Increases teacher effectiveness by improving the quality of teaching and learning through ongoing support to teachers;
- Equips staff with resources and skills needed to implement effective PBL instructional practices;
- Assists teachers and school leaders with implementing instructional decisions based on student data;
- Assists in implementing assessment and grading practices to support PBL.
- Provides support to teachers and administrators in analyzing student data;
- Supports the development of high-quality professional learning communities;
- Works with the CRE team to determine needs for the schools implementing PBL;
- Conduct research around new practices.
- Do you communicate well?
- Can you build customer confidence?
- Are you able to tackle problems and take independent action?
- Is your manner honest and straightforward?
- Are you able to prioritize and meet deadlines?
- Do you value others' opinions?
MINIMUM REQUIRED Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Education AND
- Three (3) years of successful teacher experience within a project-based setting OR
- Equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in designing and delivering quality professional development for administrators and teachers
- Previous coaching or leadership experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum frameworks, and standards.
- Experience in research-based instructional practices for project based learning
- Strong presentation, facilitation, and organization skills
- Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.); Web conferencing tools, Web proficiency.
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
- Ability to pass required background check
- This is a home-based position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is "at-will" as governed by the law of the State where the employee works. It is further understood that the "at-will" nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.
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K12 is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
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