TOSA – Instructional Coach, Literacy Position Available In Erie, New York

TOSA – Instructional Coach, Literacy 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars East Amherst, NY 14051 DATES

OF ASSIGNMENT

2025-2026 school year ( Annual appointment) Qualifications include, but are not limited to, teaching experience, specialized training, demonstrated ability to work with peers and supervisors and the demonstrated ability to motivate and instruct students in relation to the posted position.

Additional qualifications as follows:

REQUIREMENTS

Valid New York State teaching certification in one or more of the following: Elementary (grades Birth-6) or Literacy certification K-12 Demonstrated successful classroom experience as a tenured teacher with a minimum of 5 years of experience preferred in grades PK-6 (or other teaching or instructional coaching assignment, per the discretion of the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction) Preferred successful experience as an Instructional Coach and/or Literacy Specialist

ESSENTIAL CORE CHARACTERISTICS

Demonstrated evidence of a deep level of understanding of and experience with the following: PK-12 Literacy, New York State Literacy Initiative (including the NYS Literacy Briefs and the Science of Reading); Structured Literacy, ; phonics and phonological awareness; comprehension; oral language; vocabulary; fluency; writing; district

PK-12 ELA

programs, including Universal Pre-Kindergarten, and assessment the Thoughtful Classroom Teacher Effectiveness Framework or other State-approved teacher evaluation rubrics; research and instructional best practices and thorough familiarity with the District curriculum and instructional practices across grade levels PK-12 that best meet students’ needs. Demonstrated continuous professional growth and evidence of being a life-long learner Demonstrated experience facilitating adult learning to support the achievement of District and program goals Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work effectively with staff members, colleagues, parents, and other stakeholders in the educational community; embed the skills and strategies necessary to facilitate adult learning, use creative problem solving, decision-making, and interpersonal skills to provide a positive learning environment that results in continuous improvement for students and staff; use written and oral communication appropriately and effectively. evaluate each unique engagement and interaction with stakeholders and determine appropriate responses and solutions Demonstrated evidence of exceptional effective classroom management and student engagement skills Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with peers and supervisors Demonstrated evidence of a proven ability to effectively manage time, plan, and organize

ESSENTIAL CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide training, assistance, and ongoing professional development to teachers, administrators, and other School and District stakeholders relative to the implementation of the District’s ELA program PK-12; Assist instructional staff with implementing and enhancing the District’s curriculum and programs: Provide assistance and feedback with planning and designing lessons by collaboratively working with teachers in various settings including one-on-one, small groups, grade level meetings, study groups, workshops, and faculty/staff meetings; Contribute to and support a District-wide effort to further develop a reflective learning community that engages in research-based, high-yield instructional practices; Serve as a resource to classroom, special area teachers, and staff who support students; Assist in the gathering and analysis of data to identify student-focused goal(s) based on areas of need; Debrief and provide feedback on instruction/student learning to facilitate teacher reflection and to identify/set goals and next steps; Build the capacity of teachers to support and facilitate the learning of their colleagues; Facilitate parent information sessions and/or develop parent resources; Reflect on coaching work and identify areas of need, growth, and success; Demonstrate a commitment to personal growth through participation in professional learning; Collaborate with building and district administration; Attend required trainings; Actively participate on the District Literacy Team by sharing expertise and current areas of learning with the team on an ongoing basis. Effectively assess needs of the District Literacy Team and act as a self-starter in determining and executing approved solutions; Oversee and implement the UPK lottery; Provide clear, professional, timely communication to parents regarding the UPK Program; Plan, provide, oversee, and assist with training and ongoing professional development for UPK CBO teachers and directors, and District UPK teachers relative to the implementation of the District’s UPK Program and assist with the District’s ELA program; Develop the UPK Program materials, resources, and guides in collaboration with the Director of ELA and Reading; Plan for, facilitate, attend, and present, at the UPK CBO parent open house sessions; Serve as a resource to UPK CBO teachers, directors, and staff, and District UPK teachers who support students; work collaboratively with registration office and administrative assistants, and UPK CBO Directors and building principals Assist in the gathering and analysis of data for the UPK Program to identify student-focused goal(s) based on areas of need; Work collaboratively with the District UPK consultants; Manage and monitor UPK attendance system in accordance with NYSED regulations Awareness of UPK assessments and report cards, and UPK grant Perform such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as directed by the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction and the Director of ELA and Reading.

REPORTS TO

Assistant Superintendent for

Instruction SALARY:

$41,040 – $52,800 (Per WTA Contract) Additionally, 1/200 for up to 10 days between last student day and first student day. Other days and/or additional time as determined by the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction. This is a Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) position.

WORK CALENDAR

The teacher work year plus up to ten days.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

June 17, 2025 APPLICATION

PROCEDURE

Internal:

District employees (Probationary and tenured teachers requesting a transfer within their current tenure area, Teaching Assistants who currently fully certified in the appropriate tenure area ) may apply by submitting a letter of interest to Human Resources with a copy to the building principal. The original signed letters of interest must be submitted by the end of the day on June 17, 2025.

External:

All others ( including part-time teachers, teachers applying outside of their current tenure area, regular subs, and per diem subs ) should fill out an online application at Williamsville.

SchoolSpring.com and then apply to appropriate posting. If you have any questions, you may contact Human Resources at lmclark2@williamsvillek12.org. The Williamsville Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, religion, gender, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or disability. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.