Middle School Science Instructional Coach

Stride, Inc.; Lansing (MI); Remote; USD 26,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Stride, Inc. is seeking a Middle School Science Instructional Coach to support teachers and school leaders in a virtual PBL classroom. The role emphasizes individual and group professional learning using research-backed instructional practices and data-driven decision making.

You will design and deliver ongoing PD, align instruction with standards and student data, and coach teachers to improve effectiveness. The position requires Michigan residency and travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education and five years of successful teaching experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Travel up to 20% of the time.
• Ability to pass required background check.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements well organized individual and group learning opportunities for teachers and school leaders.
• Models effective and differentiated instruction for teachers.
• Creates and delivers ongoing professional development for teachers and school leaders.
• Assists teachers in aligning instruction with standards and student data.
• Observes teachers and school leaders and provides feedback and coaching.

Skills

Five years teaching experience

Travel up to 20%

Background check

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree in Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web conferencing tools

Job description

Job Description

The Middle School Science Instructional Coach, having both content and instructional expertise works as a colleague with academic administrators, master and/or lead teachers, and teachers to support student learning and teacher practice in a virtual PBL classroom. This position focuses on individual and group professional learning that expands and refines the understanding about research and data based effective instruction for teachers. The role supports others in building teaching skills, assists in applying new knowledge and provides ongoing professional development to a school or schools within the region, as a part of a team under the direction of the Instructional Methods Advisor.

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for Any One. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace.

The mission of Michigan Virtual Charter Academy (MVCA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community.

Required Certificates and Licenses

Michigan Teaching Certification Required. Must have a middle school Science certificate.

Residency Requirements

Must reside in Michigan.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Designs and implements well organized individual and group learning opportunities for teachers and school leaders;
• Models effective and differentiated instruction for teachers;
• Creates and delivers ongoing professional development for teachers and school leaders;
• Assists teachers in aligning their instruction with strong teaching methods, standards, and student data;
• Observes teachers and school leaders and provides meaningful feedback and coaching;
• Increases teacher effectiveness by improving the quality of teaching and learning through ongoing support to teachers;
• Equips staff with resources and skills needed to implement effective instructional practices;
• Assists teachers and school leaders with implementing instructional decisions based on student data;
• Assists in implementing assessment and grading practices.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The below statements are intended to help describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required; other duties may be assigned.

• Provides support to teachers and administrators in analyzing student data;
• Supports the development of high-quality professional learning communities;
• Conduct research around new practices.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Education AND
• Five (5) years of successful teacher experience OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
• Ability to pass required background check

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in designing and delivering quality professional development for administrators and teachers
• Previous coaching or leadership experience
• Social Studies teaching knowledge experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum frameworks, and standards.
• Experience in research-based instructional practices for learning
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and organization skills
• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.); Web conferencing tools, Web proficiency.
• Master’s degree in Education, Instruction, or Leadership
• Interpersonal skills to create collaborative and collegial relationships with teachers and school leaders
• Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills

Compensation & Benefits

Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.

We anticipate the salary range to be $26,103.60 - $98,665.20. Eligible employees may receive a bonus. This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual’s compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a home-office based position.

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

Job Type

Regular

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations.

Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.