<p>INSTRUCTIONAL COACH</p> <p>SUMMARY DESCRIPTION</p> <p>The Instructional Coach serves as an on-site professional developer who collaborates with teachers to enhance instructional practices aligned with core content and student achievement data. The role includes conducting teacher training, modeling instructional strategies, and supporting the implementation of interventions.</p> <p>When assigned to?Curriculum & Instruction, the Instructional Coach collaborates with Program Facilitators to strengthen teacher capacity in alignment with the Nevada Academic Content Standards (NVACS). The position includes a 50% classroom teaching load and 50% coaching responsibilities.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Instructional Support & Coaching </li><li>Collaborate with teachers to implement research-based instructional strategies. </li><li>Model effective teaching practices and co-teach lessons. </li><li>Provide feedback and reflective coaching to improve instructional quality. </li><li>Assist with differentiated instruction and intervention strategies. </li><li>Professional Development </li><li>Deliver on-site technical assistance and training on core instructional materials. </li><li>Facilitate professional learning aligned with NVACS and district goals. </li><li>Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance coaching skills. </li><li>Data-Driven Instruction </li><li>Support teachers in analyzing student achievement data. </li><li>Assist in the development and use of formative assessments. </li><li>Promote assessment literacy and data-informed instructional decisions. </li><li>Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) </li><li>Support PLCs by modeling collaboration, analyzing data, and designing interventions. </li><li>Provide resources and facilitate discussions around best practices. </li><li>Instructional Leadership </li><li>Serve on school leadership teams and contribute to school improvement planning. </li><li>Advocate for content areas and support curriculum development and implementation. </li></ul> <p>Additional Duties (When Assigned to Curriculum & Instruction)</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrate deep knowledge of NVACS and content-specific pedagogy. </li><li>Collaborate with Curriculum & Instruction Program Facilitators and other departments. </li><li>Plan and facilitate professional learning opportunities across the district. </li><li>Support the implementation of adopted textbooks and instructional materials. </li><li>Co-plan, co-teach, and model lessons to support teacher development. </li><li>Stay current with educational research and instructional trends. </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <p>Any combination of education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:</p> <ol> <li> <p>Education: A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in elementary or secondary education depending on the position and in the related field.</p> </li><li> <p>Experience: Five (5) years of successful classroom teaching or coaching/facilitation experience in specified grade level band and content area. Candidate must demonstrate evidence of leadership and involvement in the content area.</p> </li><li> <p>Qualification into the Teacher Leadership Pool is required. Information regarding the teacher leadership pool can be found here.</p> </li></ol> <p>Licenses/Certificates: Possession of a valid, grade-appropriate Nevada teaching certificate</p> <p>COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES</p> <p>Knowledge of:</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of Nevada Academic Content Standards (NVACS). </li><li>Knowledge of Instructional strategies, curriculum design, and assessment practices. </li><li>Knowledge of Adult learning theory and professional learning standards. </li></ul> <p>Skills and Abilities:</p> <ul> <li>Skill in effective oral and written communication. </li><li>Ability to facilitate groups and professional learning. </li><li>Ability to collaborate, organize, and time management. </li><li>Ability to design and implement professional development. </li></ul> <p>WORK ENVIRONMENT?/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS</p> <p>The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <p>Lifting objects up to 25 lbs.: Rarely</p> <p>Lifting objects over 25 lbs.: Rarely</p> <p>Sitting for extended periods: Continuously</p> <p>Standing for extended periods: Continuously</p> <p>Walking for extended periods:?Rarely</p> <p>Bending or stooping: Rarely</p> <p>Reaching above shoulder height?Rarely</p> <p>Pushing/pulling objects: Rarely</p> <p>Climbing stairs or ladders: Rarely</p> <p>Operating heavy machinery: Never</p> <p>Exposure to outdoor weather conditions: Occasionally</p> <p>Exposure to loud noises:?Occasionally</p> <p>Working in confined spaces:?Rarely</p> <p>Working at heights: Never</p> <p>Working with hazardous materials:?Never</p> <p>Repetitive hand or arm movements: Never</p> <p>?</p> <p>Definitions:??</p> <p>Never: The activity or condition does not occur.??</p> <p>Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.??</p> <p>Occasionally: The activity or condition occurs 10-30% of the time.??</p> <p>Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time.??</p> <p>Continuously: The activity or condition occurs more than 60% of the time?.</p> <p>THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.</p> <p>The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environments for all students, staff, and visitors.? The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer Statement</p> <p>Washoe County School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Washoe County School District is committed to providing all applicants and employees equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, military status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Here at Washoe County School District, we are a diverse group of people who honor the differences that drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our students and employees. We believe that through a culture of inclusivity, we have the power to reflect on the community we serve.</p> <p>Site(s) Cold Springs Middle School</p> <p>Internal Job Number 2025-26-C254498</p> <p>Salary</p> <p>Teacher's Salary Schedule</p> <p>Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position. View the salary schedules here.</p> <p>Additional Job Information</p> <p>This is a Limited Term position ending June 2026. This position is contingent upon continued funding. The hiring administrator may retain incumbent for the duration of the grant without re-advertising. At the conclusion of this position, the incumbent will be eligible to participate in the exclusive transfer process and overage process in accordance with the certified negotiated agreement.</p> <p>Qualification into the Teacher Leadership Pool is required. If the qualified candidate selected is not currently in the Teacher Leadership Pool, they must meet annual requirements for professional learning and qualify for the WCSD Teacher Leadership Pool within three years. Information regarding the teacher leadership pool can be found here.</p> <p>Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to;</p> <ul> <li>No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance </li><li>Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums. </li><li>Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay </li><li>Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) </li><li>Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation. </li><li>Salary Increases </li><li>Longevity Bonuses </li><li>Guidance Resources </li><li>And More - Visit our Benefits page for more information. </li></ul> <p>Please be advised health insurance premiums are paid by employees at a prorated percent for those working less than full time.</p> <p>New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Fingerprint fees are subject to change. Your job offer is conditional until a report is returned from the FBI and Nevada Department of Public Safety that meets the standards of WCSD for employment purposes.</p> <p>Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at (775) 348-0321.</p>