Instructional Coach .8 FTE - Kent School District - Kent, WA

This position will serve as a resource to staff providing coaching, teaching, and demonstrating math and reading lessons to meet the goal of improving student proficiency and performance. This position may also work with students individually and in small groups.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Appropriate Washington State certification is required and must be on file prior to beginning work

Must be deemed highly qualified per NCLB standards in elementary education

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Major in Elementary Education

Master’s degree in math/curriculum and/or reading

ELL endorsement

Knowledge of the state mathematics intervention model

Strong organizational skills

Experience with Math Expressions, K-6 grade levels

Strong background in curriculum, instruction, and assessment

Demonstrated ability to facilitate building staff development

Ability to exhibit multicultural and ethnic understanding and sensitivity with the ability to communicate effectively with all cultural groups in the school community

Experience working with a diverse student population and the specific school demographics

Desired teacher characteristics are: flexibility; ability to organize ideas, time and materials to accomplish goals; enthusiasm; ability to express ideas clearly and understand concepts being discussed; ability to learn new ideas and skills; ability and willingness to develop favorable relationships with students; knowledge of current approaches to teaching; and willingness to model behavior deemed appropriate by the school district and the community.