Impactful 5th-6th Grade Instructional Coach

Penn Hills Charter; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Hills Charter is seeking a 5th and 6th Grade Instructional Support Teacher to assist lead classroom teachers with daily classroom management, small group and individualized instruction, and coverage during absences.

The role emphasizes supporting instruction aligned to Pennsylvania standards, maintaining records, and collaborating with the leadership team to meet school goals; active PA K-8 certification is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and or Master's Degree in Education is required.
• Active PA K-8 certification is required.
• Additional PA Certifications are preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of the Pennsylvania State Standards and Common Core.
• Experience teaching a non-basal curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct instruction to students in individual and/or small group settings.
• Uses identified needs (based on test scores and observations) to guide the learning process toward student achievement.
• Assists lead teacher in closing the achievement gap by linking assessment to instruction.
• Assists lead teacher by learning and implementing various assessment strategies.
• Provides support to students in general education area as assigned.
• Follows and implements intervention plans or processes to provide service and support to students to meet school goals or intervention plan goals.
• Provides classroom coverage when lead teacher is absent.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Education

Job description

Penn Hills Charter is seeking a 5th and 6th Grade Instructional Support Teacher to assist lead classroom teachers with daily classroom management, small group and individualized instruction, and coverage during absences.

The role emphasizes supporting instruction aligned to Pennsylvania standards, maintaining records, and collaborating with the leadership team to meet school goals; active PA K-8 certification is required.