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Instructional Coach JobID: 6376

+ Position Type:

Instructional Support Services/ Teacher

+ Date Posted:

7/9/2025

+ Location:

BOCES District Office

+ Date Available:

09/01/2025

+ Closing Date:

07/27/2025

Instructional CoachPosition PurposeUnder the general supervision of the supervisor, the Instructional Coach will work with classroom teachers to support student learning. The Instructional Coach will focus on individual and group professional development that will expand and refine the understanding about researched-based effective instruction. In order to meet this purpose, the Instructional Coach will provide personalized support that is based on the goals and identified needs of individual teachers in a collaborative manner. The Instructional Coach position is a 10 month teaching position with up to 20 additional summer days.Essential Functions

+ Support the philosophy and vision of BOCES and the component districts.

+ Facilitate the intellectual and professional development of teachers.

+ Create positive, collaborative relationships with teachers and administrators.

+ Communicate and demonstrate researched-based instructional practices that result in increased student performance.

+ Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community.

+ React to change productively and manage other tasks as assigned.

+ Performs other related tasks as assigned by the administrator and other central office administrators as designated by the District Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Demonstrate willingness to assume leadership positions within the context of supporting classroom instruction and/or meeting regulatory requirements.

+ Demonstrate knowledge of researched-based instructional strategies that engage all students.

+ Provide organized, individual and/or group learning opportunities for teachers as needed.

+ Demonstrate knowledge using a variety of assessment tools.

+ Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.

+ Provide support in analyzing student assessment data.

+ Assist teachers with designing instructional decisions based on assessment data.

+ Assist teachers with specific classroom activities when requested.

+ Provide support for classroom motivation and management strategies.

+ Assist teachers in creating materials that are aligned to curriculum.

+ Monitor intervention programs by observing and meeting with teachers.

+ Provide teachers Internet links or other support materials related to instruction and curriculum.

+ Instruct and support teachers with curriculum software products, and classroom/curriculum related technologies.

+ Provide assistance in researching instructional and/or curriculum issues.

+ Model lessons when appropriate.

+ Provide encouragement and emotional support to teachers.

+ Encourage ongoing professional growth for all teachers.

+ Manage time and schedule flexibility that maximizes teacher schedules and learning.

+ Work positively toward meeting identified district and building improvement goals.

+ Assist with development of district curriculum, instruction, and assessments.

+ Develop and maintain confidential, collegial relationships with teachers.

+ Possess an understanding of when to contact administrators regarding issues of safety/ethics involving students in classroom observed.

+ Obtain prior approval of the Supervisor and/or Director of Instructional Support Services for unique activities and expenditures.

+ Attend workshops/conferences to learn about new innovative instructional strategies.

Certification/License:

+ New York State Certification as a Teacher or administrator.

+ Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education:

+ Masters Degree in relevant subject area preferred.

Experience

+ Successful prior teaching experiences in various grade levels a plus.

+ Previous tenure in relevant subject area is a plus.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.herkimer-boces.org/employment

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