ELA Instructional Coach & PD Specialist

Duval Schools; Jacksonville, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Duval County Public Schools seeks a Specialist, Instructional Program Support to enhance K-12 ELA for students with disabilities. The role focuses on professional development, coaching, and instructional support for teachers and school-based coaches.

The position emphasizes observing classrooms, analyzing data, and leading professional learning communities to improve reading outcomes and instructional practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five years of experience in exceptional student education.
• Florida Department of Education certification in at least one area of ESE; ELA certification and reading endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and delivers professional development for teachers in ELA content and instructional strategies for the assigned grades, schools and/or content area.
• Visits schools to observe the teaching/learning process and provide support to promote student achievement.
• Provides coaching and support to general and ESE teachers on curriculum, ELA, accommodations, and data-driven instruction.
• Leads development and facilitation of professional learning communities.
• Implements Universal Design for Learning, assistive technology, and reading interventions to improve reading proficiency.

Skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Project management

Time management

Curriculum development

Observation & coaching

UDL & assistive tech

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Duval County Public Schools seeks a Specialist, Instructional Program Support to enhance K-12 ELA for students with disabilities. The role focuses on professional development, coaching, and instructional support for teachers and school-based coaches.

The position emphasizes observing classrooms, analyzing data, and leading professional learning communities to improve reading outcomes and instructional practices.