FUNCTIONAL PURPOSE
The Innovative Partnership Grant (IPG) School Coach works in collaboration with the District Liaison and School Principal to assist with the full implementation of the awarded Innovative Partnership Grant as well as providing daily site support to instructional staff. This position is grant funded through June 30, 2026.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with the coordination and implementation of the awarded Innovative Partnership Grant.
- Maintain on-going and frequent assistance to classroom teachers in lesson planning, critical thinking and problem solving, technology implementation, and keeping up to date with the most innovative pedagogical approaches.
- Assist with the Innovative Partnership Grant at the IPG school to enhance the educational opportunities, motivation, and engagement of all students enrolled.
- Work collaboratively with the Principal/District Liaison and staff to fulfill the measurable goals and the local/state requirements of the Innovative Partnership Grant.
- Plan for and assist the District Liaison and/or the Principal with meetings with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI), District Administrators, and school staff as appropriate.
- Observe classrooms upon request and provide feedback related to instructional practices.
- Model lessons, co-teach, and provide job-embedded professional development based upon individual teacher and school needs.
- Assist instructional staff with disaggregation of data and data driven decision making.
- Provide regular updates to NCDPI, as requested, related to progress of the school and goals as related to identified data points.
- Attend/represent instructional staff at NCDPI meetings that focus on Innovative Partnership Grant implementation.
- Serve as a liaison, as needed, between the instructional staff, Principal, and District Liason.
- Monitor daily school operations that are related to the Innovative Partnership Grant and be prepared to provide constant feedback on progress to District Liaison, Principal, and State Officials upon request.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Experience with providing instructional support for beginning teachers is preferred.
- Exceptionally strong organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills required.
- Must be capable of establishing rapport and trust quickly with a variety of individuals within school, district, and community.
- Exhibit in-depth knowledge of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study and strong instructional pedagogy.
- Awareness of local, state, and federal policies that impact students and school improvement strategies.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in an educational capacity, which may include a combination of teaching, supervision, or other leadership role
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:
- Must hold a NC teaching license (Highly Qualified preferred)
Pay Grade: Certified Teacher Pay Schedule - Full Time Position
PHYSICAL WORK DEMANDS:
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PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
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FREQUENCY
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PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
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FREQUENCY
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Climbing/Balancing
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I
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Lifting/Carrying
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O
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Crawling/Kneeling
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I
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Grasping/Twisting
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O
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Walking
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F
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Reaching
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O
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Running
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I
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Pushing/Pulling
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O
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Standing
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F
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Fingering/Typing
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F
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Sitting
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O
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Driving
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I
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Bending/Stooping
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O
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Other:
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C = Constant, F = Frequent, O = Occasional, I = Infrequent, NR = Not Required
In compliance with Federal law, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools administers all education programs, employment activities, and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability.