K-8 Instructional Coach: Transform Teaching & Curriculum

Dolton School District 149; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Dolton School District 149 seeks an experienced Instructional Coach (K-8th) to collaborate with teachers, enhance instructional practices, and promote student growth across the district. You will support curriculum development, data-driven decisions, and targeted professional development.

Ideal candidates hold IL licensure, with a master's degree preferred, and have strong coaching and communication skills to mentor staff and align instruction with state standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Professional Educator's license, valid in Illinois.
• Master's degree in Education or a related field preferred.
• Teaching certification and significant teaching experience in K-8th grade.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to identify professional development needs based on data, classroom observations, and school goals.
• Conduct classroom observations to provide constructive feedback on instructional strategies, differentiation, and student engagement.
• Model effective teaching practices and co-plan lessons to support teachers in implementing best practices.
• Analyze student achievement data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Assist teachers in using assessment data to inform instructional decisions and differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Collaborate with teachers and the Office of Teaching and Learning (OTL) to align curriculum with state standards and educational best practices.
• Guide in developing engaging and differentiated instructional materials.
• Offer support and strategies to enhance classroom management techniques, creating a positive and conducive learning environment.
• Assist in implementing behavior intervention plans when necessary.
• Foster a culture of collaboration by serving as a mentor and coach to teachers.
• Provide ongoing, job-embedded coaching to enhance instructional skills and strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers to strengthen communication with parents about instructional practices and student progress.
• Stay current on educational research, pedagogical trends, and best practices to inform coaching strategies.
• Share relevant research findings and resources with teaching staff.

Skills

K-8 teaching experience

Instructional coaching

Curriculum development

Assessment practices

Data-driven instruction

Communication skills

Collaboration

Growth mindset

Professional communication

Education

Professional Educator's license (IL)

Master's degree in Education

Teaching certification

Job description

Dolton School District 149 seeks an experienced Instructional Coach (K-8th) to collaborate with teachers, enhance instructional practices, and promote student growth across the district. You will support curriculum development, data-driven decisions, and targeted professional development.

Ideal candidates hold IL licensure, with a master's degree preferred, and have strong coaching and communication skills to mentor staff and align instruction with state standards.