Instructional Coach

*Job Type Description Job Title: Instructional Coach
Required Knowledge and Skills for Open Positions at REACH

• Strong leadership ability;
• Fluent in reading, writing and speaking in English;
• Excellent verbal and written skills, as well as outstanding interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work well with students and colleagues; willingness to be an active, enthusiastic member of REACH community;
• Commitment to equity and inclusion;
• Willingness to adapt to an existing curriculum as well as contribute ideas to enhance the respective academic programs;
• Ability to be flexible, open and willing to implement new ideas in the classroom;
• Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities, projects and task;
• Commitment to work and contribute to a team;
• Seek resources and solutions to effectively solve problems;
• Excellent attendance and punctuality;
• A clear understanding of and appreciation for the goals and criteria of REACH Academy Charter School;
• Have a passion for Urban Education;
• Adhere to a high level of professional and ethical standards;
• Knowledge of Elementary Mathematics Standards in New York State;
• Experience with Center Based Learning in Math and Guided Math;

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participates as an advisor, resource specialist, and facilitator in grade level meetings;
• Provides individual and/or group instructional coaching and mentoring to teachers to improve classroom instruction for all learners;
• Applies a variety of instructional strategies to facilitate team effectiveness, collaboration, problem solving, leadership,meeting management, and conflict resolution;
• Works collaboratively in planning with teachers, support staff and others as appropriate, in addressing the needs of students and implementing effective teaching and learning practices;
• Supports the instructional development of all teachers in understanding the CCSS, and varied assessments;
• Assists teachers in understanding REACH Academy Charter School's model and core values;
• Assists with teacher planning and pacing of units/lessons, the development of differentiated lessons, and the selection of the best practices to meet the needs of their students;
• Informally observes lesson (non-evaluative) and provides feedback for a teacher's professional growth and students' success;
• Models lessons in classrooms on a daily/weekly basis;
• Supports teachers and administrators in using data to improve instruction on all levels;
• Distributes and manages instructional and classroom materials to teachers;
• Works with administration, and team and/or grade level teachers in planning standard based units of study and assessments aligned to REACH Academy Charter School curriculum model;
• Serves as the case manager for students with disabilities and those with 504 plans, attend annual IEP meetings, re-evaluations, eligibility meetings and maintain records and confidentiality, etc;
• Provides appropriate consultation and interventions for students who are at risk and facilitate the identification of students for special education when appropriate;
• Performs other duties assigned by the Head of School.
  

Qualifications/Education and/or Experience

• Master's Degree in education or related field required from an accredited institution;
• Administrative Certification (SBL/SDL) preferred but not required; position available for qualifying administrative internships;
• Able to work a twelve month position.

Salary
$50,000- $70,000 pending background and experience

Please make sure to complete an application at http://www.wnyric.org/application for this job posting.

Building/Location: REACH Academy Charter School

Salary Competitive: Y

Position Status: Full time

Contact Person's Name: Amie Caster

Contact Person's Title: Director of Operations

Contact Person's Phone: 716-248-1485

Contact Person's Email: acaster@reachacademycharter.org