Elementary Core Instructional Coach

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop positive and supportive relationships with classroom teachers, administrators, and staff Design and facilitate professional learning related to effective instructional practices, which include data analysis, differentiation, and technology integration Work collaboratively with teachers and staff to support the implementation of the new Illinois Learning Standards (CCSS & NGSS) by modeling, coaching, co-teaching, providing feedback, and supporting grade-level/department Professional Learning Communities (PLC).Support the implementation of all district instructional efforts, with an emphasis on differentiation and personalized instruction, including but not limited to the district's 1:1 iLearn initiative Recommends and develops resources to align professional learning with high priority student and educator learning needs Serve on District Leadership Team and School Leadership Team; serve as a consultant with school-based PLC (as needed) Attend district-wide instructional coach collegial meetings twice per month Engages and supports colleagues in analyzing and interpreting multiple sources for student, educator, and school data to determine professional learning needs Connect teachers with appropriate resources to address identified student needs Collaborate with staff on the implementation and deployment of technology resources as it relates to differentiation and personalized learning Work with School Leadership Team members to interpret assessment results in order to guide instructional practice Perform other appropriate tasks as assigned Content Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to work as part of a highly functioning team Demonstrate the ability to analyze student work and performance data to make informed instructional decisions Experience with Mac devices (MacBook Airs, iPads, Apple TVs), preferred Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (Proficiency exam may be required) Excellent communication skills, both written and oral Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development Demonstrate the ability to reflect on and adapt own practice

Physical Requirements: This position requires the performance of light work, which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. The position includes close visual acuity, frequent talking, hearing, walking, and standing, occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity. The job is performed in non-hazardous environments and a clean atmosphere. The position requires indoor and outdoor supervision during varying temperatures and climatic conditions.