Instructional Specialist (Elementary - Language Arts)

PowerSchool; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Virginia Retirement System

Job summary

PowerSchool invites applications for an Instructional Specialist (Elementary - Language Arts) in the Department of Teaching and Learning at Virginia Beach City Public Schools. The role focuses on designing instructional programs, assisting teachers with lesson plans, content delivery, classroom management, and school-community communications.

The specialist will collaborate with school teams to develop service plans, participate in curriculum development and assessments, analyze data, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; minimum five years teaching experience.
• Special Education endorsement required for SPED assignments.
• Master's degree or content endorsement preferred.
• Three years of instructional coaching experience preferred.
• Substitution of training/experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between school and program; attend routine meetings and professional development.
• Develop and implement annual school service plans with teams.
• Participate in curriculum development, textbook adoption, and local assessments.
• Review assessment results and contribute to improvement plans.
• Support teachers with using assessment data to plan instruction.

Skills

Curriculum design

Oral presentation

Written communication

Staff collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Special Education endorsement

Job description

Instructional Specialist (Elementary - Language Arts)

Dept of Teaching and Learning

Certified - Position - Instructional Specialist

Job Number 3700274026

Start Date

Open Date 09/30/2026

Closing Date 10/09/2026

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for providing an instructional program designed to assist teachers with developing skills in the preparation of effective learning (lesson) plans, presentation of content, classroom management, and school and community communications. Serve as a liaison between the school, and the assigned office or department.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

• Serve as a liaison between the school and the assigned program by attending office/department meetings twice per month to include professional development.
• Work collaboratively with team members and principals of assigned schools to develop, update, and implement annual school service plans.
• Participate in curriculum development, textbook adoption process and the development of local assessments as assigned.
• Review assessment results by school and division, and participate in the development of an improvement plan.
• Assist teachers with using assessment data to plan instruction.
• Provide ongoing training and follow-up in the use of assessment tools.
• Provide input regarding appropriate intervention/remediation strategies for students.
• Assist teachers in the development and implementation of effective classroom management strategies, individual behavioral intervention plans, instructional planning, and classroom organization, as needed.
• Model instructional practices in a variety of settings and provide follow-up support to ensure effective teacher implementation.
• Provide professional development for teachers as needed in the use of the curriculum and ancillary materials for the assigned program.
• Assist teachers and principals in designing programs to meet the needs of all students.
• Confer with teachers regarding classroom observations and developing collaborative teams.
• Observe all teachers and provide feedback.
• Provide ongoing professional development that supports the school plan for continuous improvement and school division initiatives.
• Provide ongoing professional development and support to teachers.
• Assist with the planning and delivery of parent workshops and informational sessions.
• Conduct or participate in workshops, committees, and conferences designed to promote the intellectual, social, and physical welfare of students.
• Participate in parent conferences, when appropriate, and provide instructional suggestions to parents, as needed.
• Stay abreast of national and state standards, and current trends and issues of assigned content area and best practice; serve on a variety of state and local committees.
• Maintain a log of services provided that will be submitted monthly.
• Perform related work, as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrate considerable knowledge of the principles and methodologies of effective teaching and curriculum design; demonstrate the ability to deliver and articulate oral presentations and written communication and interact effectively with staff, parents, students and the community; demonstrate a working knowledge of the English language in written and verbal content; demonstrate the responsibility for own professional growth by seeking continuing education and in-service training programs; demonstrate professionalism by working cooperatively with other staff members, using support services when needed, ensuring that oral communications are clear, accurate, and grammatically correct, respecting the confidential nature of professional information, submitting reports accurately and punctually and complying with administrative directives, individual school guidelines and school board policy; demonstrate self-control in the interaction with the school community; demonstrate good work habits to include punctual and regular attendance and efficient use of time.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required: Bachelor's Degree. Minimum of five (5) years teaching experience. Special Education assignments require an endorsement in the Special Education field.

Preferred: Master's Degree or endorsement in the content (e.g. math, reading). Three (3) years' experience instructional coaching.

A comparable amount of training and experience maybe substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Frequent sitting, walking, bending, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, and reaching. Occasional standing, stooping, crouching, and driving. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid driver's license. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, disability, marital status, age, genetic information or veteran status in its programs and activities. (Reference: School Board Policies 2-33,4-4,4-6)

To seek resolution of grievances resulting from alleged discrimination or to report violations of these policies, please contact the Chief Human Resources Officer at [phone],2512 George Mason Drive, Municipal Center, Building 6, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456.

Alternative formats of this application which may include taped, Braille, or large print materials are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Call or write the Department of Human Resources, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, 2512 George Mason Drive, P.O. Box 6038, Virginia Beach, VA 23456-0038. Telephone: [phone] (voice); [phone] (TDD) or email at: [e-mail].