Science District Academic Coach (K-8) - Lead PD & Inquiry

Alhambra Elementary School District; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Alhambra Elementary School District in Phoenix, Arizona seeks a District Academic Coach - Science to support K-8 teachers in implementing the Arizona Science Standards. The role includes providing professional development, on-site content support, and advising on standards and assessments.

Responsibilities cover coaching, classroom visits, designing student-driven investigations, integrating Engineering Design, and collaborating with district leaders to ensure cohesive science instruction across

Qualifications

• Possess effective interpersonal skills, take initiative, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality professional development, coaching, and collaborative planning time to enhance teacher understanding of science standards.
• Work directly with teachers, offering individualized coaching and feedback in implementing science instruction.
• Guide teachers in designing open-ended, student-driven investigations to foster curiosity and critical thinking.
• Help teachers integrate Engineering Design into science to connect inquiry with real-world problems.
• Collaborate with district administrators and coaches to ensure cohesive science instruction across K-8.
• Partner on interdisciplinary projects that mix science with math, literacy, and technology.
• Analyze assessment data to inform instructional decisions and monitor student progress.
• Provide on-site support through Student Centered Coaching cycles, including modeling instruction and team teaching.
• Develop and maintain records related to coaching, assessments, and professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Alhambra Elementary School District in Phoenix, Arizona seeks a District Academic Coach - Science to support K-8 teachers in implementing the Arizona Science Standards. The role includes providing professional development, on-site content support, and advising on standards and assessments.

Responsibilities cover coaching, classroom visits, designing student-driven investigations, integrating Engineering Design, and collaborating with district leaders to ensure cohesive science instruction across