Instructional Coach K-5 Biliteracy

• Content-Area Expert & Collaborative Leadership
  • Content-Area Expertise: Act as the campus expert for learning standards, pedagogy, lesson planning, and vertical articulation in the area of K-5 biliteracy (English and Spanish). 
  • Practical Implementation Knowledge: Bridge theory and practice, ensuring teachers have the tools and the "know-how" to help every student thrive academically and socially-emotionally. 
  • Professional Learning Architect: In partnership with the leadership team, design and facilitate Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and professional development sessions that include weekly cycles of lesson planning, content knowledge development, formative observations, and student work analysis. Foster collaboration and teacher leadership.
  • Instructional Vision: As a member of the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT), articulate a clear instructional vision alongside the principal with a school-wide focus on teaching and learning that is data-driven, standards-aligned and rooted in a belief that all students can achieve at high levels.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with all members of the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) to ensure high expectations for teacher planning and lesson delivery are consistently upheld across the campus.
• Teacher Development
  • Coaching Cycles: Lead high-impact coaching cycles with a dedicated cohort of 8–10 teachers. Support teachers’ achievement of goals, as needed, by effectively employing coaching strategies that gradually release responsibility for implementing instructional practices to the teacher (for example, co-planning, modeling, and observing).
  • Side-by-Side Support: Co-plan and model lessons with teachers to show exactly what "best practice" looks like in a live classroom.
  • Observation and Feedback Cycles: Analyze teacher practice through ongoing classroom observations, data analysis, and examination of student work. Provide clear and direct feedback to teachers based on analysis of practice. Track student and teacher progress to assess the effectiveness of coaching.
• Data-Driven Achievement
  • Data-Driven Strategist: Regularly review and analyze student achievement data to guide teachers in their instructional responses, identify trends across classrooms and grade-levels, and recommend evidence-based interventions as a key member of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) process.
  • Data Monitoring: Regularly analyze student performance data to identify gaps and monitor the progress of sub-groups (SPED, ML). Select data sets for grade level teams to analyze and respond to as a part of team data cycles.
  • Develop Data Skills: Facilitate and provide protocols for academic data-driven decision making at the leadership, grade and classroom level. Develop teachers’ capacity to collect and analyze multiple sources of data to improve student learning.
• School Wide Support
  • Attend (when relevant) and support pre-planned evening events throughout the year such as celebrations of student learning and Back to School Night, as needed.
  • Serve as a member of the campus-based testing team, providing logistical support as needed regarding test administration including GOLD, NWEA/MAP, etc.
  • Attend family events such as orientation, prospective parent information sessions, family potlucks, etc.
  • Meet with supervisor to evaluate progress, growth and performance using Mundo Verde’s evaluation process.
  • Support school safety by assisting with student arrival and dismissal procedures and as a member of the school emergency response team. 
  • Covering staff duties as needed, in the instance of staffing shortages.
• Perform other related duties, as necessary, to support the team's goals and objectives.

• Student-Centered Mindset
  Demonstrates a deep commitment to supporting every student’s academic growth and overall well-being.
• Collaboration and Teamwork
  Builds positive relationships with colleagues, contributes to a supportive team culture, and works effectively with staff and families.
• Cultural Responsiveness
  Values and respects the diverse backgrounds of colleagues, students and families and fosters an inclusive learning and work environment.
• Adaptability and Problem-Solving
  Responds effectively to changing needs in a dynamic school environment and approaches challenges with a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Growth Mindset
  Demonstrates openness to feedback, continuous learning, and professional development to improve practice.

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short/long-term and life insurance, employer contributions to a 401(k), a transportation stipend, and paid time off (28 days of PTO: 8 Sick, 20 Personal), and holidays scheduled in the school calendar. 
• An opportunity to develop compassionate global stewards and lifelong biliterate learners
• A caring community of colleagues who are devoted to their practice, their students, each other, and the school mission
• A leadership team that invests in your growth through meaningful feedback, coaching, and dedication to professional development
• A supportive, inclusive work environment that values staff voice and well‑being

• Schedule: Full-time, 8 hour workday
• Location: Cook Campus (30 P St NW, WDC) or Calle Ocho (4401 8th St NE, WDC)
• Supervision: This position does not have any direct reports 
• Position Type: This is a full-time, 12-month exempt salaried position, which is exempt and therefore not eligible for overtime pay under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act
• Pre‑Employment Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a TB test, fingerprinting, and a background check

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least three years of successful teaching experience. 
• Proven track record of improving outcomes for diverse learners
• Deep understanding of content standards and evidence-based practices in specialized content area: 
  • K-5 Biliteracy: Common Core ELA Standards, WIDA Standards, and Biliteracy Development
• Strong organizational and strategic planning skills; ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate with adults from a diverse range of perspectives and backgrounds
• Strong data analysis skills
• Belief that all students, regardless of background, have the ability to reach high levels of achievement

• Advanced or native proficiency in English and Spanish preferred
• Prior experience working in bilingual or language immersion schools
• Experience with any of the following: Amplify CKLA/Caminos, DIBELS/mClass Lectura, Responsive Classroom, NWEA/MAP, Common Core State Standards for Reading
• Experience facilitating professional learning communities and professional development sessions
• Knowledge of adult learning theory