Beginning Teacher Academic Coach 2026-202777

Beginning Teacher Academic Coach 2026-202777 Kanawha County Public Schools Staff Development - Charleston, West Virginia Job Details

Job ID:

5705941

Application Deadline:

May 18, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted:

Today Job Description

POSITION

Beginning Teacher Academic Coach

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

Director of Professional Staff Development/Instructional Support.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

EMPLOYMENT TERM

Minimum 200 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18-5-45; extended employment terms may be established by KCSBOE.

SALARY:

Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-2, in accordance with Kanawha County Schools Teacher Salary Schedule, commensurate with experience and education level.

EVALUATION

Performance in this position will be evaluated by the Superintendent and in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5310, and KCSBOE Policy Performance Evaluation of School Personnel - Administrative Procedures.

JOB SUMMARY

The Beginning Teacher Academic Coach (BTAC) directly influences the success and retention of new teachers in the first and second years of their teaching career by supporting them through professional development and coaching/mentoring in the classroom with content, instruction, and classroom management through effective guidance, communication/feedback, and modeling instructional and management strategies. The BTAC works cooperatively with teachers, principals, curriculum specialists, other district and school-based instructional coaches, and district personnel to support the system's educational goals.

GENERAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

An employee working for Kanawha County Schools is expected to comply with all the Kanawha County Schools Policies and Procedures, including maintaining regular attendance and completing all required training. Employees are required to follow all safety rules to maintain a safe workplace.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Job Duties. Work collaboratively with others in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction. Provide instructional support for teaching and classroom management through coaching and embedded or group professional development. Serve in a supportive, non-evaluative role to the assigned Beginning Teachers, teachers assigned to SIPP (Support for Improving Professional Practice), Student Teachers hired as TIRS, TIRES, or long-term substitutes and/or any teacher who is part of the KCS Alternative Certification Program or hired through other state-approved alternative certification programs. Keep abreast of current curriculum and instructional practices, changes in state law, and WVDE and KCS policies, including alternative certification programs. Assist new teachers with the lesson-planning process. Model effective lessons and instructional strategies, including modeling of co-teaching and technology, in classrooms. Provide feedback and academic coaching to assigned teachers. Model professionalism. Attend professional development in order to support Beginning Teachers in all aspects of instruction. Attend all Academic Coach and C&I meetings and trainings. Collaborate and communicate with the KCS Content Curriculum Specialists, district and school-based instructional coaches, principals, and district level personnel. Create and maintain a full-day weekly schedule in assigned schools, posted in a designated electronic platform, Submit a monthly travel expense report. Perform other duties as assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. However, accommodations as provided below may be provided to help you perform essential job duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must have five years of recent classroom experience with Accomplished or Distinguished Educator Evaluations. Must be available for summer planning and the Beginning Teacher Orientation Academy prior to the opening of school and throughout the school year. Must have a valid WV teaching certificate in core content area(s), Special Education, and/or regular education. Must have the ability to build supportive relationships with teachers, principals, and staff. Must have knowledge and understanding of current curriculum, adopted materials, classroom management strategies, and effective teaching strategies, including strategies in technology integration. Must have experience in providing professional development to other teachers. Must have the ability to build supportive relationships with others. Must have experience in teacher leadership roles and positions such as, but not limited to, PLC Leader or Teacher Leader, Faculty Senate Chairperson, SRA, 504/SAT coordinator, or other teacher or educator leadership experience. Must have the ability to demonstrate collaboration, communication, and organizational skills. Must have in depth knowledge and understanding of current teaching and learning strategies; College and Career Readiness Standards and Skills; and expertise in effectively using technology as an instructional tool and learning tool. Must have a positive attitude and agree to support the mission, goals, and action steps of Kanawha County Schools. Must be willing to work as a member of a support team and attend meetings, as scheduled; get along well with colleagues and others; follow all local and state policies and administrative regulations; and have a good attendance and work record as an employee of Kanawha County Schools. Master's Degree in education-related areas preferred. Must have a positive attitude and agree to support the mission, goals, and activities of Kanawha County Schools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multi-media equipment, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 10 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.

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. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate (25-70dB). The employee is continuously interacting with the public and staff. The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

Revised:

2JULY2025

Position Type:

Full-time Job Requirements