Academic Coach

Choosecolumbusga; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Muscogee County School District is seeking an Academic Coach at Eddy Middle School to coordinate staff development, model lessons, and support teachers in implementing school improvement efforts.

Ideal candidates hold a Masters degree with Georgia teaching certification or eligibility, and have experience in guiding instructional practices, assessing student progress, and collaborating with the principal and leadership team.

Qualifications

• Educational Level: Masters Degree in job related field.
• Certification/License: Valid Georgia Teacher certification or eligibility for GA certification.
• Experience: Three years successful teaching experience in a grade level served by the school.
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities required to fulfill job responsibilities.
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners.

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers in designing and implementing lesson plans and assessments reflecting Best Practices.
• Assists teachers in developing classroom management strategies fostering a climate for achievement.
• Assists teachers in securing resources to implement the School Improvement Plan.
• Assists teachers in using flexible grouping to address deficiencies and accelerate learning.
• Supports school leadership in monitoring School Improvement Plan actions and strategies.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Instructional strategies

Education

Masters Degree in job related field

Georgia Teacher certification or eligibility

Job description

The Muscogee County School District has up to 6,000 employees from all backgrounds. We offer opportunities for everyone including support personnel, teachers, leaders, tradespeople, and much more.

Join the Muscogee County School District in “Creating We” in an environment that values the unique experiences and perspectives each of us bring to our community.

WE recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

POSITION TITLE: Academic Coach

FLSA: Exempt

SALARY: Teacher Salary Schedule

WORK DAYS: 190

LOCATION: Eddy Middle School

REPORTS TO: Principal

Selected candidates will interview with a prescreening panel who will provide a list to Principals with vacancies. This list will be used for the interview/recommendation process.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Coordinates school's staff development activities and programs related to the content field facilitates onsite professional development sessions; serves as a member of the school's design/management team; provides model lessons for teachers; assists teachers in securing resources for carrying out school improvement plans; monitors teaching practices; and facilitates continuous assessment of student progress.

1. 1. Educational Level: Masters Degree in job related field
2. 2. Certification/License: Valid Georgia Teacher certification or eligibility for GA certification; most hold current TSC endorsement.
3. 3. Experience: Three years successful teaching experience in a grade level served by the school
4. 4. Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
5. 5. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners

1. Assists teachers in designing and implementing lesson plans and assessments that reflect the use of Best Practices.
2. Assists teachers in developing classroom management strategies that foster a climate conducive to academic achievement for students in all subgroups.
3. Assists teachers in securing appropriate resources to implement the School Improvement Plan.
4. Assists teachers in using flexible grouping to address academic deficiencies appropriately and providing opportunities to accelerate academic performance.
5. Assists the school's leadership team in monitoring the implementation of actions and strategies included in the School Improvement Plan.
6. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
7. Guides and assists grade levels in the development of teaching units and common assessments.
8. Keeps current on information related to School Improvement which is published on the GaDOE website.
9. Leads the school in providing extended time on task for students who do not meet GPS.
10. Monitors the delivery of instruction to students in all subgroups within the school.
11. Provides assistance to teachers in analyzing test data and student work.
12. Provides model lessons for teachers in academic areas to identify effective instructional practices.
13. Works closely with the principal in planning, implementing, and assessing reform efforts at the school level.
14. Works with the school's leadership team to develop and implement a staff development plan that identifies professional development needs.
15. Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures.
16. Meets certification and accreditation standards.
17. Seeks to improve through professional development and evaluation activities.
18. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

The Muscogee County School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.