Job description

The Instructional Coach will support teachers in implementing the Summit Learning curriculum and facilitating student-centered, project-based learning in the classroom. The Instructional Coach will work with teachers to develop and refine their instructional practices, as well as provide ongoing support and professional development opportunities. The Instructional Coach will also work with school and district leadership to ensure alignment with the current curriculum (Summit Learning approach) and to support the implementation of the program.

Responsibilities:

• Provide ongoing support and professional development to teachers on the Summit Learning curriculum, including project-based learning, student-centered learning, and the use of technology in the classroom
• Collaborate with teachers to develop and refine their instructional practices and to support student learning
• Complete regular observation and feedback sessions with teachers
• Collaborate and plan with school and district leadership to ensure alignment with the Summit Learning approach and to support the implementation of the program
• Collect and analyze data to inform instruction and make recommendations for improvement
• Attend all Summit professional development and training sessions to stay current on best practices in education and the Summit Learning curriculum
• Design and implement professional development programs for teachers
• Where applicable, be an induction coach
• Coaching Summit teachers in the organization, modeling and co-teaching when appropriate, and observing and providing feedback to teachers to improve practice, and supporting Site Directors in their observations and feedback
• This position will require travel to Aspen Public Schools throughout Fresno, CA

Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field
• Valid teaching certification
• Experience teaching in a student-centered, project-based learning environment
• Experience with the Summit Learning curriculum and approach is preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to collect and analyze data to inform instruction and make recommendations for improvement
• Data Analysis: Plans to collect, evaluate, and act upon important information
• Progress Monitoring: Continually tracks progress of programs and implementation to inform leadership actions
• Strategic Communication: Proactively communicates with all stakeholders
• Responsive Communication: Communicates clearly and effectively
• Facilitating Learning: Empowers others to act as self-directed learners towards rigorous learning outcomes
• Collaboration: Deeply values and frequently engages in productive collaboration
• Commitment to uphold Aspen’s values, belief that all children deserve a rigorous and equitable education that prepares them for college and for life
• Proficiency in Google Platforms, including Google Drive, Google Sheets, Google Docs, and Google Slides.

Who You Are:

• You maintain high expectations for all students and believe all students can find success in school, college, and life.
• You thrive while collaborating and are excited to work with your colleagues. You find positivity in sharing successes.
• You’re deeply dedicated to social justice and feel motivated by the challenge and impact of working in a heterogeneous community and closing the achievement gap.
• You share our vision to reimagine what schools should be and are excited to make an impact on the public education landscape.
• You are positive and resilient in the face of big challenges.
• You possess strong people management skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, develop, and collaborate with a diverse group of teachers, leaders, staff members, and community members.
• You have an ability to apply honest, actionable, and timely feedback that results in improved performance.
• You are empathetic and culturally competent. You’re open to having hard conversations.
• You thrive in innovative environments and are comfortable with the ambiguity that can come with a dynamic and progressive workplace.
• You’re committed to continuous improvement, see feedback as a positive, and have a growth mindset.

In accordance with Aspen Public School Board Policy, certain fundamental values characterize the organization in which we work and guide us in the accomplishment of our mission to Transform the Community by Developing Exceptional Leaders. Those values include the dignity and worth of each individual, open and honest communication, teamwork and cooperation. This policy is intended to define and help preserve an essential part of our organization’s culture. To carry out this policy, employees will work together and with students and parents, in a professional and respectful environment which reflects these values.

Administrators are expected to treat each other, support staff, students and parents in a professional manner while conducting their work. Discourteous or defensive behavior directed toward fellow staff members, students or others will not be tolerated. See Aspen Public Schools Standards for Professionalism Policy for more details.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,056.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fresno, CA 93704: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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