Science Instructional Coach: Transforming Classroom Practice

Danville City School District; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Danville City School District in Danville, Virginia is seeking an Instructional Coach - Science to provide school-based leadership that advances science instruction and supports teachers through modeling, co-planning, and non-evaluative feedback.

The role focuses on aligning lessons to the Virginia Standards of Learning, differentiating instruction for diverse learners, and using data to drive professional development and student achievement in science.

Qualifications

• Valid Teaching License required. Science Degree preferred and LETRS training.
• Minimum five years of successful teaching experience with at least three years teaching Science.
• Experience working in diverse settings.
• Extensive experience with innovative teaching techniques and current science trends.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support science instruction with ongoing coaching to improve teacher performance.
• Align lesson plans and instruction to the Virginia Standards of Learning and Curriculum Framework.
• Model high-impact instructional strategies and provide non-evaluative feedback to teachers.
• Conduct professional development and coach teachers to meet student achievement goals.
• Analyze student data to tailor instruction and identify learning needs in science.
• Collaborate with administrators to identify strengths and improvement areas in science instruction.

Skills

Science coaching

Data analysis

Curriculum alignment

Differentiated instruction

Professional development

Education

Teaching License

Science degree

Job description

Danville City School District in Danville, Virginia is seeking an Instructional Coach - Science to provide school-based leadership that advances science instruction and supports teachers through modeling, co-planning, and non-evaluative feedback.

The role focuses on aligning lessons to the Virginia Standards of Learning, differentiating instruction for diverse learners, and using data to drive professional development and student achievement in science.