Enrichment Specialist

Gavin School District; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gavin School District in San Jacinto is seeking a dynamic Instructional Coach to support teachers and provide professional development. The role involves working closely with the administration to enhance instructional practices and cater to the enrichment needs of students in grades 2-4.

Applicants should hold a valid Illinois Educator Certification, have successful teaching experience, and preferably knowledge of educational assessment tools. The position offers collaborative opportunities and is founded on supporting both students and teachers.

Qualifications

• Hold appropriate Illinois educator certification with current endorsements.
• Successful teaching experience, preferably with primary-age children.
• Experience with educational assessment tools like DIBELS or MAP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Model instructional strategies in classrooms.
• Teach enrichment classes for 2-4 grade students.
• Support literacy strategy integration with classroom teachers.
• Organize family reading opportunities throughout the school year.

Skills

Successful teaching experience

Instructional strategies modeling

Mentoring first-year teachers

Education

Illinois Educator Certification for Grades K-4

Reading endorsement and/or reading specialist preferred

Job description

POSITION DETAILS

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Curriculum Resource Teacher
• Date Posted: 6/25/2026
• Location: District Wide
• Date Available: 08/17/2026
• Closing Date: when filled

Reports To: Principal
Supervises: Students
Department: Building
Classification: Teacher
Work Year: 180 days
Contract Dates: School year inclusive
FLSA Status: Exempt
Evaluation: Per GEA Contract

QUALIFICATIONS

• Hold Illinois Educator Certification Correct and Current Endorsements for Grades K-4 & Meet all Highly Qualified Status Requirements (reading endorsement and/or reading specialist preferred but not necessary)
• Have a record of successful teaching experience
• Have at least 3 years teaching experience with primary-age children
• Experience preferred using DIBELS, MAP, STAR, and 95% Group

JOB GOAL

Gavin South Middle School seeks a dynamic Instructional Coach to support teachers. The coach will work closely with the administration to provide professional development and in‑classroom support for teachers. Additionally, a part of this job will be to support the enrichment needs of our 2nd through 4th grade students at Gavin Central Elementary School.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Models instructional strategies in classrooms
• Teach enrichment classes to 2-4 grade students in need of deeper learning opportunities in order to expand curriculum.
• Co‑plan and help with literacy strategy integration
• Co‑teaching at times with classroom teachers
• Assists with the implementation of the District MTSS plan.
• Co‑teaching at times during core reading and math tiered MTSS instructional blocks.
• Implementation of professional learning at the building level around literacy skills and strategies.
• Support and help to enhance the implementation of district curriculum
• Become an active member of building and district leadership teams
• Works with first year teachers as a mentor
• Organize, plan, and lead family reading opportunities throughout the school year
• Plan, implement, and follow through with training to support teacher based teams
• Increase the quality/consistency/effectiveness of classroom instruction
• Ensures implementation of adopted curriculum to meet the needs of all students
• Ensures that student achievement data drives instructional decisions in classrooms
• Expands teacher's use of a variety of resources to improve instruction
• At times works directly with students to meet learning goals
• Cultivates a culture that is positive, values others, and supports innovation
• Demonstrates evidence of good interpersonal skills with colleagues
• All duties associated with being an instructional coach and/or assigned by the building principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Teachers Contract (GEA) – Article VI (Working Conditions), Teachers Handbook – p. 4 & 24 (Hours & Work Year), Extended Paid Days as Assigned by the Administration

GAVIN SCHOOL DISTRICT 37 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.