School Improvement Coach (Literacy)

Summary Works with teachers and students in schools to improve the quality of teaching and student learning in any of the core content areas (reading, language arts, math, science, or social studies). Essential Duties Assists teachers and grade level teams with the implementation of the Georgia standards Works with teachers to improve classroom management and climate through the implementation of effective instructional methods Analyzes student and teacher data to determine teaching and learning effectiveness Analyzes student test data and advise teachers and appropriate staff of trends, outcomes, needs and effective practices Demonstrates, monitors, and evaluates the application of effective teaching strategies Recommends best practices to achieve the desired student learning outcomes Coordinates site-based professional learning activities as needed Conducts professional development at the school as needed Utilizes the coaching cycle to support teacher development Attends districtwide coach meetings and redeliver essential professional development to teachers Exhibits knowledge of performance-based instruction and assessment Participates in periodic professional learning activities Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal Required Education Bachelor's Degree in a related fieldMaster's Degree preferredCertification/Licensure

For Elementary:

Must hold or be eligible for a valid and clear teaching certificate in Birth-Kindergarten, Elementary Education (P-5), Special Education General Curriculum, or equivalent. For Literacy Coaches LETRS course completion preferred.

For Secondary Math:

Must hold or be eligible for a valid and clear teaching certificate in Middle Grades Mathematics (4-8) or Mathematics (6-12)For Secondary Literacy Must hold or be eligible for a valid and clear teaching certificate in Middle Grades Reading (4-8), Middle Grades Language Arts (4-8), English (6-12), or Reading Endorsement in addition to a base secondary field (6-12).

For Secondary Science:

Middle Grades Science (4-8), Science (6-12), or a related science field (6-12)

For Secondary Social Science:

Middle Grades Social Science (4-8) or related social science field (6-12)Experience Qualifications Minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching experience preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Must have professional knowledge and proven use of effective teaching strategies and professional knowledge of curriculum-based assessments Strong desire to work with at-risk students and developing teachers Ability to communicate with adults and student learners at all ability levels High technological skill level required Demonstrated ability to work with personal and confidential information Must be able to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects and responsibilities Must be able to collaborate effectively with District and school personnel, the general public, and work with diverse groups of people Excellent organizational skills Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing Working Conditions Normal office environment Physical Demands Routine physical activity associated with normal office environment