Job Summary

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LOCATION

Los Padrinos School 7285 Quill Drive, Downey, CA 90242 THE

POSITION

The Program Specialist (English Language Arts Coach) will implement an instructional coaching model aimed at closing the student achievement gap and accelerating learning for all students by strengthening teacher capacity through the use of effective, evidence-based instructional practices. The Program Specialist will increase the quality and effectiveness of classroom instruction by using the gradual release model, which may include (but is not limited to) collaborating with teachers, modeling instruction, co-planning lessons, co-teaching, and providing descriptive actionable feedback to teachers. The Program Specialist will apply evidence-based coaching to build teacher capacity, ultimately fostering improved classroom instruction. The Program Specialist may also provide supplemental targeted English Language Arts instruction using evidence-based practices to increase the achievement of identified students. The Program Specialist will also assist school administrators with Professional Learning Communities, and provide Road to Success Academy (RTSA) curriculum planning support.

Requirements / Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Experience:

Five or more years of directly-related and progressive teaching experience.

Education:

A Master's degree related to any one of the following areas: education, curriculum, leadership, English Language Arts, History- Social Science, or secondary education from an institution of higher learning accredited by one of the six regional accreditation associations as recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

• Must possess and maintain a valid Single Subject English Teaching credential with a full English Learner authorization (CLAD or equivalent).

• A Reading and Literacy added authorization, reading certificate or Reading and Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential is highly desirable

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. All required documents must be individually attached and submitted electronically with your completed EdJoin application. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: Credential Copy Letter of Introduction Resume Comments and Other Information Contact Dr. Bryan Johnson at Johnson_Bryan@lacoe.edu with any questions about the process. LACOE does not discriminate against individuals based on age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 803-8297.