Springfield Public Schools is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, including candidates who may come from less traditional professional backgrounds. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in the job posting. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications outlined in the job posting. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A valid state of Oregon teaching license;

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous Instructional Coaching experience;
• Minimum five (5) years successful teaching experience;
• Leadership positions and/or supporting teachers using effective instructional practices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of:
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• Research-based, high-quality instructional practices that meet the needs of all students;

• How to match research-based practices to support student mastery of Oregon State Standards;
• Implementation Science/Program Implementation;
• Structures and facilitation skills to support highly effective teams;
• Best practices and tools to support adult learners;
• Strong understanding of multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) for academics and social/emotional/behavior;
• Knowledge and experience working in a school or district that implements the concepts of Response to Intervention (RtI);
• Knowledge of school-wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS);
• Understanding of, and responsiveness to, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds that characterize a K-12 school community in a manner specific to the position.
• Skills & Abilities:
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• Exceptionally strong communication habits and skills;

• Strong organizational and planning skills;
• Ability to successfully collaborate with and motivate peers;
• Deep understanding of data collection and analysis;
• Ability to foster positive relationships with colleagues;
• Demonstrate beliefs about productive conversations;
• Exhibit high level of ethical and confidential regard to student and teacher performance.

The Instructional Coach utilizes the partnership principles with school administration, as well as in support of departments, school teams, PLCs, and teachers to improve student learning. The Instructional Coach helps teams develop and maintain a functioning structure that includes norms, procedures, and the collection and analysis of data. The Instructional Coach focuses on providing individual and team professional development for identified areas of need using research-based instructional strategies. In addition, the Instructional Coach provides personalized support based on the goals and identified needs of individual teachers using a coaching cycle.