Job details
Job type part-time
Full job description
Urban teachers is recruiting a part time secondary math instructional coach to provide high-quality coaching that develops effective teachers in our washington, dc siteFor this position, a background or experience working with students who receive special education services is preferredPart time coaches have a coaching roster of 12 coacheesThis position is expected to last through june 2022, with the possibility of being extendedNote: remote coaching is an option for fall 2021 only.
Coaching is a critical facet of our teacher development and clinically-based program modelWe provide three years of coaching support to ensure that our participants are fully engaged in their ongoing development and develop habits of practice that will serve them long into their teaching careers.
Qualified individuals who are fully invested in urban teachers’ mission and vision and who thrive in supporting and preparing teachers who are growing in their anti-racist stance and their classroom practice are encouraged to apply.
Position requirements and key responsibilities
Urban teachers is seeking experienced coaches to support our participantsCoaches have practice-based responsibilities throughout the school yearThis position reports directly to the lead clinical faculty for math and is part of the dc team led by the director of clinical facultyInstructional coaches are expected to demonstrate solid competencies across 5 domains:
1Planning for coaching
Engage in the intellectual preparation for coaching work by reviewing participant data, identifying areas of focus, building strong relationships with coaching cadre, etc.
Implement the pre-observation coaching protocols at urban teachers in accordance with the established expectations and with identified technology (e.gWhetstone)
2Implementing coaching
Implement the coaching model at urban teachers in accordance with established protocols, expectations, and with the identified technology (e.gWhetstone)
3Providing feedback for growth
Provide verbal and written feedback in accordance with urban teachers protocols and expectations
Reliably evaluate participants teaching practice on the urban teachers` teacher practice rubric (tpr)
4Demonstrating professional habits & dispositions
Maintain appropriate data on all program participants
Demonstrate respect, humility, and responsiveness to our participants, school partners, and the students and communities whom we serve
5Committing to excellence and ongoing learning
Contribute to urban teachers` professional community, including posting work, uploading videos of coaching, attending meetings and professional development, and teaming with others in support of participants
Engage in, and facilitate ongoing professional learning and trainings; including, though not limited to, meeting the performance expectations for observer reliability
Collaborate with colleagues, lead clinical faculty and director of clinical faculty
Provide ongoing feedback on the quality of curriculum and programmatic support
Preferred skill set
A graduate degree (m.aOr higher) related to education
At least 3 years k-12 instructional experience in the content area
Experience in urban public education as a teacher, staff developer, and/or administrator
Extensive knowledge of the content and pedagogical content knowledge in the relevant discipline
Skills in group facilitation and mentoring
Experience with problem-solving/internship programs, e.gDeveloping novice teachers.
Application materials should include the following
Resume/cv that includes thorough information on prior employment related to education (especially any prior experience doing professional development, working with prospective teachers, or other work related to k-12 education)
Educational background (i.e., degrees)
Information on teacher certification status
Three references (with contact information)
Fingerprinting and background check per state requirements
The interview process includes
Submission of application materials
Video interview submission
Interviewing both on the phone and in-person with urban teachers faculty leadership and content team
Demonstrating the ability to gather appropriate evidence and provide feedback for growth on a participant’s practice
Developing a lesson plan on a core concept or topic
To apply:
Applicants must provide a letter of interest, current resume/cv, and three professional academic references.
