Literacy Instructional Coach (TOSA)

Position Type:
Licensed - Others

Date Posted:
4/16/2019

Location:
DISTRICT WIDE

Closing Date:
Until filled

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8 hours per day, 185 days + additional 10 days per year
*Licensed staff new to Westminster Public Schools is contracted for 190 days the first year*

A complete application package includes the
following:
•Application
•Resume
•Cover Letter
•Copy of CDE teaching and/or principal license
•Official transcripts
•3 letters of recommendation

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS & RESUMES RECEIVED IN LIEU OF APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
*Possess a valid Colorado Teacher License with appropriate endorsement in the area you are teaching or obtain one prior to start. A Master's Degree or endorsement in Reading/Literacy desired.
*Candidates with endorsements in CLDE, Bilingual Ed, Foreign Language, and/or sheltered content or other English Language instructional training desired
*A minimum of three years successful teaching experience with a solid understanding and demonstrated application of research-based literacy instruction.
*Training and knowledge in the area of instructional coaching.
*Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
*Successful experience facilitating adult learning (staff development, team meetings, book studies, etc.).
*Life-long learner that remains current around best practices in pedagogy and adult learning theory.
*Demonstrated use of data for learning and modifying instruction to support increased student achievement.
*Knowledge of Competency-based System (CBS), adapting learning for culturally and linguistically diverse learners.
*Strength in content areas of Literacy and Math desired.
*Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English.
*Experience and skills in working with culturally diverse populations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
*Provide training, coaching and instructional guidance at the secondary level on best practices in literacy instruction, including the five components of reading.
*Assist secondary literacy teachers in best practices for students who are reading below grade level.
*Work closely with building administrators to coordinate and implement the District and school focus on Competency-based Education through data collection and analysis, BLT meetings and Classroom Walkthroughs (CWT).
*Train and support teachers in their use of CBS tools and practices for data drive instruction. Assist in interpreting data with teachers and teacher teams.
*Implement best CBS practices in instruction through modeling, co-teaching and facilitating team learning.
*Demonstrate and maintain productive and positive interpersonal skills with all stakeholders.
*Utilize the Teaching and Learning cycle to support teams and individuals in data-driven instruction.
*Facilitate groups and work with individuals to support district and school focus for 1st implementation of CBS.
*Work with teachers and teams in a way that improves student learning – develop, set, and monitor goals for improving student achievement.
*Support on an ongoing basis individuals, teams and district personnel to determine next steps in instruction and professional development.
*Collaborate with teachers, principals and district administrators to foster the work of a purposeful learning community in a Competency-based System.
*Utilize the coaching process to support teacher growth and reflection.
*Manage time, schedules and multiple projects flexibly and in a way that maximizes teacher and student learning, including working a flexible work year.
*Attend District instructional coach meetings, other meetings and District professional development opportunities as scheduled throughout the school year.
*Submit required reports to building administrators and directors of Learning Services.
*Mentor new teachers.
*Provide feedback concerning professional development.
*Be available to colleagues as a resource.
*Display a thorough knowledge of the subject matter and the District's prescribed curriculum.
*Plan instruction consistent with the District's curriculum for assigned subject areas/grade levels.
*Plan for student differences and adjust instruction to meet student needs.
*Implement continuous system of evaluations and provide students with specific feedback.
*Serve as facilitator and coordinator of learning.
*Establish an effective system for classroom discipline per Board Policy and building regulations.
*Organize students for effective instruction to maximize the learning time for all students.
*Fulfill contractual and professional responsibilities.
*Submit required student record reports.
*Demonstrate instructional skills by teaching group of students.

Westminster Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. District policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability. Complaints in these matters should be addressed to the Chief of Staff, 6933 Raleigh Street, Westminster, CO 80030, phone: (303) 428-3511. Although the position is based at a school/department, the employer is Westminster Public Schools.