Middle School Science Instructional Coach

278 VA Shared; United States; Remoto; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Michigan Virtual Charter Academy (MVCA), a K12 partner school with Stride Inc., seeks a Middle School Science Instructional Coach to support teachers and school leaders in a virtual PBL classroom. This role focuses on individual and group professional learning to enhance research-based instruction and student outcomes.

The coach will work under the Instructional Methods Advisor to build effective teaching practices across the region.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Education; five years of successful teaching experience or equivalent.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Ability to pass required background check.

Mansioni

• 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.

Conoscenze

Coaching experience

PD design

Data-driven instruction

Presentation skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Education

Teaching certification

Strumenti

MS Office

Web conferencing tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description

Required Certificates and Licenses: Michigan Teaching Certification Required. Must have a middle school Science certificate.

Residency Requirements: Must reside in Michigan.

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. Join us!

Passionate High School Educators are needed at the K12 partner school Michigan Virtual Charter Academy (MVCA).We want you to be a part of our talented team!

ESSENTIAL FUNCATIONS

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• 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 25% 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
• 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.

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 essent