City Year Detroit , MI 48222
Posted 1 week ago
Application Instructions
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Number of Positions: 1
Work Location: 100% On-Site
Position Overview
The Instructional Coach will support the academic strategy and model that enables City Year sites to reach school and student outcome goals and consistently strive toward equity in the education system. Key outcomes for the Instructional Coach are: Create instructional learning experiences for AmeriCorps members (ACMs) and staff that build the skills and knowledge necessary to reach school and student outcome measures; Support and implement an inclusive & equitable academic strategy and model for the Tier One and Tier Two spaces that ensures we reach our student outcome measures in math and literacy; while incorporating our diversity, belonging, inclusivity and equity policy work; Serve as an active member of the CY community in order to advance the site and work toward the Long-Term Impact Strategy.
Job Description
Supervise the Teaching Fellowships Program (25%)
AmeriCorps Member Observation and Coaching (50%)
AmeriCorps Member Learning and Development (15%)
Modeling and Supporting Data-Informed Practices for AmeriCorps Members (10%)
Skills & Qualifications
You have at least 3 years, preferably more, of experience and demonstrated expertise as a certified classroom teacher.
You have at least 2 years, preferably more, of experience and demonstrated expertise as an instructional coach.
You have demonstrated experience designing and/or leading trainings for adult learners.
You are eager to support AmeriCorps members serving in grades 3-9 in all subject areas.
You have demonstrated experience building successful relationships with students.
You have demonstrated success in differentiating instruction for diverse learners and improving student achievement.
You recognize the importance of an integrated approach to academics and socio-emotional development.
You have experience analyzing and responding effectively to student-level data.
You believe that relationship-building and partnerships are essential for our work. You value opportunities for collaboration. You know when to seek guidance and get diverse input for decisions.
You collaboratively problem solve when challenges arise.
You convey thoughts and ideas clearly and communicate effectively in a solution-oriented manner.
You demonstrate a strong attention to detail and proven organizational and project management skills.
You enjoy new challenges and self-directed learning and development.
You have the ability to stay up-to-date on current best practices in education.
You love working with diverse teams and stakeholders committed to expanding educational opportunities in Detroit and advancing social justice.
Skills & Qualifications
You have experience and demonstrated expertise as an Instructional Coach.
You have a strong knowledge of literacy and/or mathematics. You have knowledge of Common Core Mathematics and/or English Language Arts and Literacy Standards.
You have experience teaching in city schools.
You have a special education license, experience, and/or expertise.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits include health (medical, vision, dental) insurance, vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, a flexible spending account, and more.
Benefits
Full time employees will be eligible for all benefits including vacation and sick days and organization holidays. You may participate in all benefit programs that City Year establishes and makes available to eligible employees, under (and subject to all provisions of) the plan documents that govern those programs. Currently, City Year offers medical, dental and vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment and disability coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), other benefits including 401(k) plan(s) pursuant to the terms and conditions of company policy and the 401(k) plan document. For more information, click here.
Employment at City Year is at-will.
City Year does not sponsor work authorization visas.
COVID-19 Notice
Our number one priority is the health and safety of our employees and AmeriCorps members and their families; our students and school partners; and the community at large from COVID-19. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required for employment and service - all staff members, including remote staff, and AmeriCorps members are required to be fully vaccinated* no later than their start date. If you are unable to be vaccinated for medical reasons or sincerely-held religious beliefs, we will consider requests for reasonable accommodation consistent with our policy, and where we are able to provide such accommodations without undue hardship to the organization pursuant to applicable law. Notwithstanding any language herein, City Year will comply with any state, local, or federal orders, statutes, or regulations that may conflict with the COVID-19 vaccination policy.
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