Job Description

JobID: 9608

Position Type:

Instructional/Instructional Coach

Date Posted:

11/5/2025

Location:

Dodgertown Elementary

Description:

Knowledge of federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, and School Board policies

applicable to assigned responsibilities. Broad knowledge of content area skills and progression

of learning. Knowledge and ability to assist teachers in the design of lessons in content

disciplines. Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators, and others. Ability to provide

effective professional development for teachers by giving them the additional support needed to

implement various instructional programs and practices. Ability to collaborate with others to

develop a common approach to teaching. Expertise to facilitate team meetings, PLC's

(Professional Learning Communities) and other professional development opportunities for

teachers. Knowledge of best practices and ability to analyze and model lessons. Ability to use

cognitive and instructional coaching techniques to develop teacher capacity. Knowledge of child

growth and development and especially of characteristics of students/children in the age group

assigned. Knowledge of prescribed curriculum. Basic understanding and knowledge of current

technology. Knowledge of learning styles. Ability to use varied teaching methods. Knowledge

of current trends, research, and best practices related to education. Ability to handle problems,

concerns, and emotional distress with sensitivity and tact. Ability to communicate orally and in

writing with students, parents, and others. Ability to plan, establish priorities and implement

activities for maximum effectiveness. Ability to assess levels of student achievement effectively,

analyze test results and data, and prescribe actions for improvement. Ability to maintain

appropriate e student supervision so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which

to learn.

Job Summary:

An instructional coach supports teachers by providing ongoing professional development,

supporting growth in instructional effectiveness, and assisting teachers in applying new knowledge

in the assigned area of content support.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution with a minimum of three (3)

years successful K-12 teaching experience. Master's Degree preferred.

2. Valid Florida teacher certification in assigned area of content support. Certification or

endorsement in reading is required for coaches who provide literacy/reading support.

3. ESOL Certification or Endorsement preferred.

4. Demonstrated success as a teacher with a strong background in instruction as evidenced by

substantial learning gains, including work with at-risk students.

5. Experience in presenting educational training programs and professional development.

6. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Salary Information: Instructional. One hundred ninety-six days worked per year (10 months). FLSA Exempt.