Curriculum and Instruction Coach - Early Literacy (25-26)

IDEA Public Schools; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 81,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education organization is seeking a Curriculum and Instruction Coach for Early Literacy to drive instructional improvement across various Texas regions. This pivotal role requires strong leadership and coaching skills to develop educators and improve learning outcomes. Candidates should possess a Master’s degree and extensive teaching and coaching experience, alongside a commitment to fostering an inclusive and effective learning environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Disability and life insurance

Flexible spending account options

Generous vacation time

Professional development

403(b) retirement plan

Qualifications

• 3+ years of teaching experience required.
• 3+ years of school leadership or coaching experience highly preferred.
• High level of proficiency in Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate development of instructional leaders to improve the quality of instruction.
• Design and deliver professional development supporting instructional priorities.
• Provide coaching and feedback to regional team members.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Master’s degree in education or subject area

Tools

Office 365

Job description

Curriculum and Instruction Coach - Early Literacy (25-26)

Curriculum and Instruction Coach - Early Literacy

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Mission:

The Curriculum and Instruction Coach serves as a crucial bridge between IDEA Headquarters and regional and school instructional leaders to facilitate the development and enhancement of content knowledge, pedagogy, and instruction on a network scale. This role requires extensive travel, with approximately 50% of the time spent on-site across various regions. u00A0

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Supervisory Responsibilities:

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Location:

This is a full-time position based in Texas, with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate.

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What Youu2019ll Do u2013 Accountabilities

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• Provide analysis, strategy, and consultancy to develop instructional leaders to improve quality of instruction. u00A0
• Lead strategic initiatives to build instructional capacity in several regions, such as providing focused analysis to leaders, building content capacity through observation/coaching, designing professional development, and creating deliverables that address strategic curricular needs in regions.
• Build capacity in school leaders through in-field and virtual coaching to ensure high-quality first instruction and data-driven interventions to close gaps u00A0
• Design and facilitate timely and content-specific professional development to support instructional organizational priorities and to build capacity of regional and campus leaders to deliver instructional professional development. u00A0
• Partner with Talent Development Team to create a suite of professional development products for Coaching Academy and Best Practices Library that regional leaders, content coaches, and campus leaders can use so that the district achieves established goals for all leaders and students.u2022 Partner, cross-functionally, with other teams to align on trainings, resources, and priorities, providing and responding to feedback on a consistent basis. u00A0

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Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Hold regular partnership meetings and maintain ongoing communication with regional team members, including Executive Directors, Vice Presidents of Schools, Directors of Leader Development, and Regional Coaches.
• Create and use resources to support and coach implementation of best practices in delivery of instruction for all students.
• Partner with Regional and National Schools Team and other departments within the Academic Services Team to design and deliver timely professional development that increases the ability of leaders, and ultimately teachers, to meet ambitious academic goals for all students.
• Observe and deliver feedback on professional development delivered in partnership with regional and campus leaders.
• Utilize operating mechanisms and coaching partnerships to ensure effective in field follow up in response to all training.
• Additional Duties as assigned.
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Knowledge and Skills u2013 Competencies

• Make Strategic Decisions: This individual can coach others in decision-making and is involved in complex decision-making in line with their responsibilities. They use feedback and data to inform their decisions and with support, they consider the broader impact of their choices on those they work with.
• Manage Work and Teams: This individual is responsible for managing their own work as well as supporting others. They focus on delegation, performance management, and coaching to help others achieve their work goals and develop professionally. u00A0
• Grow Self and Others: This individual takes an active role in their own development as well as the development of others. They use coaching techniques to help others identify growth opportunities, set development goals, and achieve their potential, all while continuing their own personal development journey. u00A0
• Build a Culture of Trust: u00A0 This individual offers empathy and active listening to build deeper one-on-one relationships in their direct work with others. They are capable of coaching others and emphasizing importance of psychological safety in their interactions. u00A0
• Communicate Deliberately : This leader prioritizes open channels of communication on their team. They facilitate team meetings, ensure clear dissemination of information, and encourage feedback loops within their teams to promote understanding and cohesion. u00A0

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Additional Skills:

• Extensive content knowledge within K-12 subject matter, college-readiness, state standards, and pedagogical practices.
• Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, ever-changing educational environment
• Problem-solving skills and a results-oriented mindset.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work across various regions.
• A passion for education and a commitment to improving learning outcomes.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and networking skills with large groups as well as with individuals are essential.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication and presentation skills.u202Fu202F
• Persuasiveness and perseverance in attaining goals.u202F
• Ability to communicate the project vision to internal and external audiences.u202F
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment in high-stakes circumstances.
• Flexibility and a willingness to take on new tasks as the responsibilities of the position evolve. u00A0

Required experience:

• 3+ years of teaching experience; 3+ years of school leadership or other coaching experience.
• High level of proficiency with the Office 365 suite.
  
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Preferred experience:

• Masteru2019s degree in education or subject area.
• 2+ yearsu2019 experience designing and facilitating professional development.
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Physical Requirements:

• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Lifting items weighing 15 lbs. or less
• Regular travel may include driving, flying, and overnight hotel stays
• Up to 50% of time navigating a school environment
• Up to 75% of time in sedentary office environment
• Occasional exposure to outside elements

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What We Offer:

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $81,800 and $95,800 , commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.

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Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/ .

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* IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

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Application process:

Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

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Learn more about IDEA u00A0

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About the company

IDEA Public Schools, Inc is a not‐for‐profit charter school operator based in Texas.

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