Elementary Reading Instructional Coach

Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Holy Ghost Catholic School in Houston, TX seeks a full-time Instructional Specialist to provide instructional and coaching support to teachers. Reports to the Principal and leads literacy initiatives for struggling readers.

The role requires demonstrated instructional skills, trust among staff, and ongoing professional development leadership. A Reading Mastery certification and Texas elementary teaching certification are expected, with a Bachelor's in Elementary Education and a preferred

Qualifications

Certification/License in Reading Mastery.
State Certification as an Elementary Teacher.
Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related discipline.
Master's degree in related area preferred.

Responsibilities

Model enthusiasm, commitment and intensity for mastery of pedagogy.
Visit classrooms daily to encourage and support teachers in creating Academic Learning Time for every student, demonstrate strategies, observe and problem solve with teachers on obstacles.
Organize and lead weekly staff development programs, based on needs and benchmarks.
Organize and monitor assessment processes and data analysis used to determine student reading performance and instructional grouping.
Assist teachers with analysis and instructional use of student formative reading data and provide student intervention when needed.
Ensure effective communication with Leadership Team members.
Facilitate weekly grade level or team meetings focusing on goals.
Continually upgrade literacy and instructional knowledge and skills.
Facilitate development and publication of a bi-monthly Literacy Newsletter to parents.
Monitor/ensure data is entered and current.