Job Description
Instructional Coach/Teacher
Madison County Schools
Waco Elementary School - Waco, Kentucky This job is also posted in Madison County Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5730025
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Aug 10, 2026
Job Description
Applicants MUST have a Kentucky teaching certificate or statement of eligibility. Waco Elementary School is seeking a highly motivated and student-centered educator to serve as our Building Coach. This leadership role is designed to support instructional excellence and promote continuous growth for both teachers and students. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who is committed to doing what is best for kids and strengthening overall school performance.
Position Responsibilities:
Work closely with the Building Principal and School Guidance Counselor to support schoolwide initiatives
Facilitate Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings focused on student learning and outcomes
Lead and support data analysis to inform instruction and next steps
Assist in revising and creating pacing guides for grades Kindergarten through 5th grade
Support the implementation of a comprehensive writing program
Attend and actively participate in district-level meetings
Serve as a member of the school leadership team
Plan and facilitate meaningful, job-embedded professional development
Support and coach teachers to promote continuous professional growth
Qualifications:
Certified teacher with successful classroom experience (elementary preferred). Strong instructional knowledge and understanding of best practices Demonstrated leadership ability and effective communication skills
Experience with data analysis and instructional planningAbility to build positive relationships with staff, students, and families Highly organized, reflective, and committed to continuous improvement
Additional Information:
This position requires a dedicated professional who is willing to invest time, lead with integrity, and engage in meaningful, sometimes challenging, professional conversations. The Building Coach plays a critical role in shaping instruction and supporting a culture of excellence at Waco Elementary School.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume according to district guidelines. Additional details regarding timelines and selection will be shared internally.
For new or soon to be college graduates- A letter of explanation is needed for new graduates who do not have one of the documents above. Please type a short letter describing the following: what you will be certified in, your graduation date, university name and status with regard to obtaining teacher certification.
CLASS TITLE
Certified Teacher
REPORTS TO
School Principal / Designee
EXEMPT STATUS
Exempt APPROVED
January 14, 2016- Order #2016-1720
BASIC FUNCTION
To establish a learning situation for students that will meet the needs of each student at his/her own level. To ensure that each student will grow to his/her greatest intellectual ability, emotional development and psychological well-being.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor
Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
Strives to implement, by instruction and action, the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation
Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for instructional teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with department heads, evaluates job performance
Strives to maintain and improve professional competence
Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required
Maintains regular attendance
Performs other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Curriculum, instruction and assessment.
Record-keeping techniques.
Operation of a computer terminal and data entry techniques.
Oral and written communication skills.
Research methods and report writing techniques.
Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Technical aspects of field of specialty. ABILITY TO
To perform the responsibilities as previously outlined.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Operate a computer terminal.
Prioritize and schedule work.
Learn, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions.
Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
Work independently with little direction.
Meet schedules and time lines.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking
Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing
Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching
Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree in field of assignment (minimum requirement)
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Valid Kentucky Teaching Certification for area and grade level of assignment
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$45,900 to $81,031 Per Year
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