Instructional Coach/Mentor- Instructional Services- Washington Service Center - 2 Positions Availabl

Description

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description. At NWRESD, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job.

We know that sometimes that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below. Position Title: Instructional Coach/Mentor

Department: Instructional Services

Location: Washington Service Center

Reports To: Program Administrator

FLSA Status: Exempt

Compensation: Per negotiated contract, Licensed Salary Schedule

FTE: 1.0 FTE - 8 hours per day - 210 day calendar

2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE NW REGIONAL ESD'S MISSION STATEMENT: In Partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.

General Description:

The Instructional Coach/Mentor is focused on improving student achievement through building

the capacity of educators working with diverse groups of learners. The Instructional

Coach/Mentor assists educators by providing support around essential components of

individualized education plans. Supports include paperwork documentation and compliance,

evidence based instructional strategies, analysis of student data, and alignment of curriculum

and methodologies with program identified improvement standards.

Instructional Coaches/Mentors provide professional development through presentations and

workshops, in class observations and coaching, strategy modeling, reflection on practices,

guidance on assessing student work and development of individualized educational plans.

Instructional coaches collaborate with program administrators in assessing program needs and

developing improvement plans. Coaches/Mentors utilize a culturally responsive lens within their

daily practice.

The NWRESD will provide support to Instructional Coaches/Mentors through professional

development training related to this assignment. Instructional Coaches/Mentors support the

work of district educators through analyzing implementation and student data, but do not

perform supervisory evaluation of program staff. The Instructional Coach/Mentor will be visiting

classrooms, conducting learning walks, observing new teachers, giving feedback and guiding

new teachers through coaching/mentoring cycles to strengthen their instructional practices.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform

each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the

knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1.Minimum Bachelor degree in Education. Masters Degree preferred

2.Experience in coaching and/or mentoring preferred

3.Over 5 years of K-12 General Education experience required

4.Special Education or a related field with a minimum of 5 years' experience preferred

5.Current Oregon Teaching License

6.Knowledge of research-based curriculum and instructional strategies for students eligible

for special education services

7.Demonstrated skills in analyzing and using data and research for instructional

decision-making

8.Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

1.Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal relationships, problem solving skills, and

collaboration with parents, administrators, classroom teams and community partners

2.Ability to manage timelines and meet time-related goals

3.Knowledge of equity issues in current education reform

4.Ability to work effectively with adult learners

Essential Functions: include the following. Performs some or all of the following tasks. Other

duties may be assigned.

A. Conduct observations and/or walk-throughs and provide feedback that facilitates teacher

reflection and growth.

B. Use a variety of mentoring/coaching techniques that target improving student outcomes:

teaching/practice-based coaching, real-time coaching feedback, and relationship-based

consultation.

C. Work collaboratively with program leadership to ensure rigorous, relevant curriculum and

instructional practices that assist all learners in meeting individualized goals.

D. Model instructional practices through classroom demonstrations or side-by-side

coaching.

E. Demonstrate appropriate use of instructional technology and other educational tools to

enhance and extend instruction.

F. Provide training to staff on specific curriculum, methodologies, and consultation

approaches.

G. Develop classroom action plans, data collection and systems for analyzing data.

H. Provide training and coaching on universal/Tier 1 strategies.

I. Support educators in assessing and developing more intensive interventions when

needed.

J. Assist educators in developing high quality lesson plans aligned to curriculum and

individualized goals, including facilitating the creation and use of materials and

developmentally appropriate activities.

K. Assess current implementation at all levels (student, classroom, building, program wide)

to identify trends and develop short- and long-term improvement plans.

L. Assist teams in creating a culture that uses student data to improve and modify

instructional practices.

M. Build teacher capacity to effectively use data to inform instruction.

N. Use data to monitor student outcomes and fidelity of implementation of curriculum and

instructional strategies.

O. Identify professional learning needs and set up training opportunities for a variety of

target audiences (program, buildings, community partners, parents, classroom teams).

P. Develop presentations, materials, and opportunities for hands-on training for new

teachers and/or teachers on alternative licensure working towards teaching licensure.

Q. Build teacher capacity to ensure that all students have equitable access to rigorous

learning opportunities that consider individual student needs. Note: The description contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD's goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is proud to be an antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at hrhelp@nwresd.k12.or.us.

Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have limitations in their speech may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900. FISCAL POSITION CONTROL CODE: 3543, 3544

JOB POST ID: 3053

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Education

Position Type

Full Time

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