Growth-Driven Instructional Coach

Great Lakes Academy; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & 0

Job summary

Great Lakes Academy in Pontiac, Michigan is seeking a dedicated, full-time Instructional Coach to collaborate with teachers and administrators to enhance instructional practices, improve student outcomes, and foster a culture of continuous growth and development within our educational community.

The Instructional Coach will design and facilitate professional development, analyze student performance data, and assist with district-wide curriculum initiatives while mentoring novice teachers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction or related field.
• Michigan teaching certification and 5+ years of teaching experience.
• Strong knowledge of instructional strategies, pedagogy, and data-driven instruction.
• Proficiency with educational technology for instruction and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with teachers to assess instructional practices and provide personalized coaching to enhance teaching effectiveness and student engagement.
• Design and facilitate professional development workshops, training sessions, and instructional strategies that align with curriculum goals and teacher needs.
• Analyze student performance data to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted strategies to boost instructional outcomes.
• Assist in the implementation of district-wide curriculum initiatives, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices.
• Demonstrate effective instructional strategies in the classroom, serving as a model for teachers and providing real-time feedback.
• Foster positive relationships with teachers, students, and administration to create a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
• Curate and share resources, tools, and best practices that align with instructional goals and meet the diverse needs of learners.
• Collaborate with teachers to set SMART goals for instructional improvement.
• Continuously assess the effectiveness of coaching strategies and make adjustments as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Serve as a mentor to novice teachers and those seeking to enhance their instructional practices.
• Assist with office operations including maintaining documents and procedures
• Effectively communicate with students, staff, and parents
• Work independently and with others to fulfill school goals and objectives

Skills

Instructional coaching

Collaboration with teachers

Data-driven instruction

Technology for instruction

Curriculum alignment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Great Lakes Academy in Pontiac, Michigan is seeking a dedicated, full-time Instructional Coach to collaborate with teachers and administrators to enhance instructional practices, improve student outcomes, and foster a culture of continuous growth and development within our educational community.

The Instructional Coach will design and facilitate professional development, analyze student performance data, and assist with district-wide curriculum initiatives while mentoring novice teachers and