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Urbandale Community School District Instructional Coach (internal) in Urbandale, Iowa
Job Details
Job ID: 5032063
Job Description
Position Title: Instructional Coach
Reports To: Building Principal
Purpose: The Instructional Coach supports student achievement by partnering with teachers to refine instruction. The Instructional Coach uses a student-centered coaching approach to co-design effective, data-informed strategies, fostering an inclusive environment where all students can thrive. This role supports implementation of academic and social-emotional behavior Multi-Tier System of Support (MTSS) frameworks and supporting the district's assessment processes.
Qualifications:
Minimum of three years of teaching experience, with at least one year in the Urbandale Community School District.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively and provide supportive, positive peer mentorship.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Commitment to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
Demonstrated experience implementing equitable, culturally responsive instructional practices.
Ability to make data-based decisions to inform instruction and improve student outcomes.
Essential Responsibilities:
Student-Centered Coaching
Partner with teachers to identify and implement strategies that directly impact student learning and engagement.
Use a student-centered coaching model that prioritizes student data and outcomes in co-developing instructional goals.
Facilitate reflective conversations with teachers, supporting continuous improvement through real-time feedback and actionable insights.
Collaborative Instructional Design
Work with teachers to design and refine instructional strategies tailored to meet students' diverse needs.
Use data to identify improvement areas, develop targeted interventions, and adjust instruction to support student success.
Guide teachers in setting instructional goals based on specific student performance data and progress monitoring.
Professional Learning Support
Provide professional development and embedded coaching focused on evidence-based practices that drive student achievement.
Encourage reflective practice by helping teachers analyze student data and feedback to guide instructional adjustments.
Model effective instructional techniques, demonstrating strategies for classroom management, student engagement, and differentiated instruction.
Leadership in MTSS Implementation
Support the implementation of the Multi-Tier System of Support (MTSS), for academic and social-emotional behavior, ensuring alignment with district and school goals.
Support teachers in applying MTSS frameworks to address student needs through Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 interventions.
Facilitate team problem-solving and discussions that strengthen intervention effectiveness and address student progress.
Data-Informed Decision Making
Collaborate with teachers to analyze and utilize student data to guide instructional planning, goal-setting, and interventions.
Implement data-driven strategies to address achievement gaps, ensuring equitable access to high-quality learning.
Monitor and assess the effectiveness of instructional practices through data analysis, making adjustments to support improved student outcomes.
Assessment and District Support
Assist with the administration, analysis, and application of screening and standardized assessments as part of the district assessment plan.
Guide teachers in using assessment data to identify specific student needs, inform instructional responses, and measure progress.
Support educators in interpreting assessment results and adjusting instruction based on student growth and performance data.
Instructional Practices that Foster Dignity & Belonging
Promote achievement advancing instructional practices and a culture of dignity and belonging.
Help teachers create welcoming learning environments that reflect and honor student backgrounds and cultures.
Encourage teaching methods that build a sense of belonging, recognizing and celebrating each student’s unique strengths and perspectives.
Ongoing Professional Collaboration
Collaborate with teachers, teacher leaders, and administrators to align instructional practices with school and district improvement goals.
Serve as a resource for instructional strategies, classroom management, and student engagement, fostering a professional learning community.
Engage in continuous professional growth, staying current with research, best practices, and innovations in student-centered coaching and instructional design.
Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 2
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