K-5 Differentiation & EL Instruction Coach

The Illinois Association of School Administrators; Clarendon Hills, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Holmes Primary School seeks a Differentiation Specialist (K-2 focus) to advance student growth by providing targeted instruction and supporting general education teachers with high-leverage Tier 1 strategies. The role emphasizes collaboration, coaching, and EL best practices.

The specialist will lead professional development sessions, model effective practices, and provide individual coaching to staff, ensuring comprehensive support for all students across content areas.

Qualifications

• PEL for K-5 teaching required.
• Preferred ESL/ENL or bilingual endorsements.
• Three years of K-5 teaching experience in the past five years.
• Experience leading professional development and coaching teachers.
• Knowledge of EL instructional practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group instruction to support all learners.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to deliver high-leverage Tier 1 strategies.
• Advance student growth and achievement across content areas.
• Model and coach high-impact instructional practices for EL learners.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

PEL for K-5 teaching

Job description

Holmes Primary School seeks a Differentiation Specialist (K-2 focus) to advance student growth by providing targeted instruction and supporting general education teachers with high-leverage Tier 1 strategies. The role emphasizes collaboration, coaching, and EL best practices.

The specialist will lead professional development sessions, model effective practices, and provide individual coaching to staff, ensuring comprehensive support for all students across content areas.