Coach, Reading, T1

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Aarons Place (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A Florida public school district is seeking a Coach, Reading, T1 to enhance reading instruction across schools. Responsibilities include coaching teachers, developing training sessions, and ensuring compliance with state education guidelines. The ideal candidate will have a Florida Professional Educator Certificate with Reading Endorsement or Certification and experience in instructional coaching. This role will also involve traveling to various school sites.

Qualifications

• Three years of increasingly responsible experience in classroom teaching.
• Two years of related management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Demonstrates good listening and comprehension.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional coaching to improve reading instruction.
• Develop and conduct staff development for classroom teachers.
• Conduct data conferences and model effective teaching techniques.

Skills

Communication skills

Instructional coaching

Data analysis

Education

Florida Professional Educator Certificate with Reading Endorsement or Certification

Tools

Relevant computer software programs

Job description

Overview

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Summary: The Literacy Coach will maintain and monitor the implementation of the reading program, including professional development of school personnel. The Literacy Coach is responsible for ensuring the comprehensive instruction of reading within the school, as well as compliance with Full-Time Equivalency (FTE) rules and guidelines from the Florida Department of Education and the United States Department of Education.

District expectations

All district employees must:

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional coaching to English Language Arts (ELA)/Reading classroom teachers to improve reading instruction and student outcomes.
• Develop and conduct staff development for classroom teachers.
• Maintain and monitor implementation of Hillsborough County Public Schools’ K-12 Comprehensive Evidenced-Based Reading Plan as approved by the state.
• Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of best practices in all areas of literacy instruction.
• Develop and conduct professional development for targeted audiences in the content area of literacy instruction regarding instructional strategies, best practices, and specific instructional topics.
• Provide coaching to targeted audiences to improve literacy instruction, classroom organization and management, and effective implementation of district-recommended curriculum resources.
• Conduct data conferences with classroom teachers to interpret data and plan instruction, and model effective teaching techniques when presenting to groups and other professionals.
• Assist ELA/reading and content-specific supervisors in developing model lesson plans and curriculum.
• Meet regularly with building administrators regarding classroom practices and provide ongoing feedback with the district reading supervisor.
• Continue to develop professional expertise through professional readings, trainings, conferences, and required professional development as directed by the Academic Services department.
• Promote parent and community outreach and involvement in the literacy instructional program at the school.
• Performs any other duties as assigned. Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other information

• Communication: Expresses ideas verbally and in writing; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Job knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge; learns and applies new skills; stays abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; uses resources effectively.
• Judgment: Makes timely, well-reasoned decisions and explains reasoning; involves appropriate people in decision making.
• Project management: Develops project plans, coordinates projects, communicates changes and progress, completes projects on time and within budget; manages project team activities.
• Planning and organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; adapts to changes; maintains an organized approach.

Note: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age. The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Experience and qualifications

• Three years of increasingly responsible experience in classroom teaching, with two years of related management or supervisory experience required. Educational Leadership Experience Preferred.
• Florida Professional Educator Certificate with either Reading Endorsement or Reading Certification required.
• Language skills: Reads, analyzes, and interprets documents; communicates effectively in writing and speech.
• Mathematical skills: Applies basic mathematical concepts; interprets data as needed.
• Reasoning ability: Solves practical problems and interprets various instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Computer skills: Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.

Physical demands

• Physical activities: Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.
• Lifting: Up to 10 pounds.
• Environmental conditions: Noise level is moderate.

Other requirements

• This position requires traveling to various school sites, work locations, and/or community organizations throughout the district.
• All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline.

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