K-2 Literacy COSA Coach — Data-Driven Coaching

DPSCD Comp; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

DPSCD is seeking Coaches on Special Assignment (COSA) across K-2 grade levels who specialize in Literacy. As a member of School Support Teams, COSAs will work with ILTs to analyze data and develop coaching plans for a caseload of teachers based on findings.

They will support teachers in implementing DPSCD instructional practices and materials. Minimum qualifications include Michigan teaching certificate, a Bachelor's degree with content focus, and at least five years of teaching plus experience

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Michigan teaching certificate in focus content area and/or grade band of support required
• Bachelor's degree and advanced coursework in content area and/or grade band of support required
• Five or more years successful teaching experience (all Effective or Highly Effective ratings for the most recent five years) required
• Experience facilitating grade/team level/adult professional learning required
• Knowledge of literacy standards and the science of reading
• Knowledge and use of DPSCD aligned instructional practices to help all students develop content knowledge
• Experience utilizing formative, screening, and diagnostic tools to inform instruction
• Proficiency in technology-based instructional tools, such as i-Ready, and Microsoft 365

Responsibilities

• Implement DPSCD's coaching model and four mindsets in instructional coaching
• Develop and maintain relationships with school leaders and staff in ILT meetings
• Work with leaders to define student outcome goals for caseload schools
• Create a collaborative environment with leaders and teachers
• Analyze data to create coaching plans and professional learning paths
• Coach teachers to implement DPSCD materials aligned to the School Improvement Model
• Diagnose coaching needs using data sources including observations and formative assessments
• Develop coaching plans and facilitate coaching cycles with rehearsals, observations, and debriefs
• Utilize district resources and tools to support coaching
• Record and monitor coaching activities and progress in DPSCD systems
• Support Lead Teachers with schoolwide planning and afterschool sessions
• Facilitate district-led professional learning about coaching and content
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Literacy instruction

Data-driven coaching

Professional learning facilitation

Technology tools

Observation/assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching certificate

Advanced coursework in content area

Tools

i-Ready

Microsoft 365

Job description

DPSCD is seeking Coaches on Special Assignment (COSA) across K-2 grade levels who specialize in Literacy. As a member of School Support Teams, COSAs will work with ILTs to analyze data and develop coaching plans for a caseload of teachers based on findings.

They will support teachers in implementing DPSCD instructional practices and materials. Minimum qualifications include Michigan teaching certificate, a Bachelor's degree with content focus, and at least five years of teaching plus experience