Reports to: Campus Principal & Exec. Director of C&I       

Dept./School: Curriculum and Instruction/Assigned Campus

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Pay Grade: 3- Admin. Professionals (197 Days)

Primary Purpose:

Provides coaching and support to classroom teachers to ensure the continuous development of instructional skills among assigned teachers. Evaluate the performance of assigned classroom teachers.

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.
• Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to write speeches and articles using original and innovative techniques or style.
• Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentation on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. 

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Valid Texas Driver’s License with driving record that meets the requirements of the District
SIOP, ESL/Bilingual Certificate, ELPS Training a plus

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to assist District Content Specialist to organize and coordinate implementation of district-wide program
• Expertise in data analysis to improve student achievement
• Knowledge of curriculum and standards-based instruction, current instructional and assessment research, instructional technology, computer instructional software, and current trends and issues in core content area
• Knowledge of core content area strategies and materials
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with administrators and teachers
• Experience planning and implementing staff development
• In-depth knowledge of state and national content standards
• In-depth knowledge of state, federal, local assessments including college/career assessments 
• Bilingual Preferred

Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Staff Development

1. Work collaboratively with assigned classroom teachers to establish realistic and measurable objectives related to both the teacher’s individual professional development and student learning.
2. Support the continuous professional growth and improvement of teacher instructional skills through coaching and collaborative problem solving.
3. Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and coaching to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation. Demonstrate teaching strategies with students in classroom.
4. Evaluate teacher effectiveness in accordance with established district programs.
5. Plan and provide appropriate staff development for teachers, administrators, and staff.

Instructional and Program Management

6. Work with teachers to analyze and interpret student data and use findings to develop and apply instructional strategies.
7. Develop curricular or behavioral support materials as needed.
8. Disseminate information regarding current research and significant developments on the state and national levels in area assigned.

Other

9. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
10. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
11. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside; frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.