Instructional Coach 26/27 SY: Tucson, AZ

Leman Academy of Excellence Instructional Coach Mission Statement Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture where all disciplines are interrelated allowing scholars the ability to think independently and critically. We purpose to partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment, and instill morals and values in order to produce tomorrow's leaders today.

General Job Description :

The Instructional Coach serves as a member under the Leman Academy of Excellence Professional Development department. They will work alongside the Site Principal and Director of Curriculum and Instruction in shepherding a group of teachers in areas of academic excellence, effective teaching strategies, classical education, Charlotte Mason techniques, and Dr. Leman's philosophies that are congruent to our mission statement.

Line of Authority/Reports to:

Works with Site Principal day-to-day/ Reports directly to Director of Curriculum and Instruction.

Works with:

Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Site Admin team, and teachers. Qualifications Minimum of five years teaching experience with a successful record of positively impacting scholars' learning. Master's degree in an educational field preferred Demonstrates leaderships skills with teachers and Administration Must possess excellent instructional delivery techniques and the potential and heart to be trained to coach and conference with teachers in effective instructional techniques and strategies, especially those related to classical education Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels within the school district/system Proven leadership ability promoting collaborative decision making Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Strong commitment to supporting and safeguarding the principles of excellence in education Possess a working knowledge of pedagogy, instructional methodology, curriculum development, and cognitive coaching Possess a working knowledge and understanding of Charlotte Mason's educational philosophy and methodology Possess a working knowledge and understanding of Classical Education's educational philosophy and methodology Possess a working knowledge of Dr. Kevin Leman's foundational principles Possess a working knowledge and understanding of Data-Driven Instruction Experience in curriculum development preferred

Job Goals:

Work with Director of Curriculum and Instruction, site Administrators, and assigned teachers to ensure high academic performance outcomes for all scholars Promote and model excellent qualities in service leadership, educational leadership, symbolic leadership, and cultural leadership Promote scholar advancement through cognitive coaching conversations with teachers Work with Director of Curriculum and Instruction to develop, evaluate, and revise the LAE Curriculum Map and assess the effectiveness of the chosen curriculum in the classroom Bring evidence-based practices into the classroom that align with

LAE Mission and Vision Expectations:

Participate in cognitive coaching trainings Builds trust with each teacher Work with Director of Curriculum and Instruction to solve challenges as they arise Attend monthly Instructional Coaching Meetings Attend weekly Admin meetings at site Attend curriculum meetings Plan, participate, and coordinate Leman University Trainings Meet monthly with new teachers on specific needs/topics Conduct weekly classroom observations documenting data in LoTi (non-evaluative) Post-conference with teachers following classroom observations to provide feedback for the teacher's professional growth and scholar success Participate in LoTi training Guide teachers in lesson planning, lesson delivery, assessment techniques, and best classroom practices Model (co-teach) lessons as needed Send monthly communications regarding PD schedule Assist teachers with resources, materials, tools, and information to support classroom instruction and planning

Intended Outcomes:

Improve scholar and teacher performance in targeted areas Change in Classical teaching practices that enhance the learning environment and positively impact scholar outcomes. Essential functions, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a complete listing of all functions and tasks performed.

Compensation:

Leman Academy offers a very competitive benefits package and overall compensation will be commensurate with talent, experience and education. Leman Academy of Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Instructional Coach 26/27

SY:

Tucson, AZ 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars Tucson, AZ $47,603.40 - $65,303.16 a year - Full-time Leman Academy of Excellence Inc 20 reviews $47,603.40 - $65,303.16 a year - Full-time Leman Academy of Excellence Instructional Coach Mission Statement Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture where all disciplines are interrelated allowing scholars the ability to think independently and critically. We purpose to partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment, and instill morals and values in order to produce tomorrow's leaders today.

General Job Description :

The Instructional Coach serves as a member under the Leman Academy of Excellence Professional Development department. They will work alongside the Site Principal and Director of Curriculum and Instruction in shepherding a group of teachers in areas of academic excellence, effective teaching strategies, classical education, Charlotte Mason techniques, and Dr. Leman's philosophies that are congruent to our mission statement.

Line of Authority/Reports to:

Works with Site Principal day-to-day/ Reports directly to Director of Curriculum and Instruction.

Works with:

Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Site Admin team, and teachers. Qualifications Minimum of five years teaching experience with a successful record of positively impacting scholars' learning. Master's degree in an educational field preferred Demonstrates leaderships skills with teachers and Administration Must possess excellent instructional delivery techniques and the potential and heart to be trained to coach and conference with teachers in effective instructional techniques and strategies, especially those related to classical education Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels within the school district/system Proven leadership ability promoting collaborative decision making Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Strong commitment to supporting and safeguarding the principles of excellence in education Possess a working knowledge of pedagogy, instructional methodology, curriculum development, and cognitive coaching Possess a working knowledge and understanding of Charlotte Mason's educational philosophy and methodology Possess a working knowledge and understanding of Classical Education's educational philosophy and methodology Possess a working knowledge of Dr. Kevin Leman's foundational principles Possess a working knowledge and understanding of Data-Driven Instruction Experience in curriculum development preferred

Job Goals:

Work with Director of Curriculum and Instruction, site Administrators, and assigned teachers to ensure high academic performance outcomes for all scholars Promote and model excellent qualities in service leadership, educational leadership, symbolic leadership, and cultural leadership Promote scholar advancement through cognitive coaching conversations with teachers Work with Director of Curriculum and Instruction to develop, evaluate, and revise the LAE Curriculum Map and assess the effectiveness of the chosen curriculum in the classroom Bring evidence-based practices into the classroom that align with

LAE Mission and Vision Expectations:

Participate in cognitive coaching trainings Builds trust with each teacher Work with Director of Curriculum and Instruction to solve challenges as they arise Attend monthly Instructional Coaching Meetings Attend weekly Admin meetings at site Attend curriculum meetings Plan, participate, and coordinate Leman University Trainings Meet monthly with new teachers on specific needs/topics Conduct weekly classroom observations documenting data in LoTi (non-evaluative) Post-conference with teachers following classroom observations to provide feedback for the teacher's professional growth and scholar success Participate in LoTi training Guide teachers in lesson planning, lesson delivery, assessment techniques, and best classroom practices Model (co-teach) lessons as needed Send monthly communications regarding PD schedule Assist teachers with resources, materials, tools, and information to support classroom instruction and planning

Intended Outcomes:

Improve scholar and teacher performance in targeted areas Change in Classical teaching practices that enhance the learning environment and positively impact scholar outcomes. Essential functions, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a complete listing of all functions and tasks performed.

Compensation:

Leman Academy offers a very competitive benefits package and overall compensation will be commensurate with talent, experience and education. Leman Academy of Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer.