Academic Dean/Instructional Coach

JobID: 22078 Position Type: Administration/Dean Date Posted: 1/9/2024 Location: Covenant High School Grand Rapids (High-Needs School) District: Covenant House Academy Grand Rapids - website JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Academic Dean/Instructional Coach Reports to: Principal General Description: The Academic Dean/Instructional Coach will assist and coach classroom teachers in applying best practices for classroom and online instruction and to close skill gaps in identified at-risk students.
The Academic Dean/Instructional Coach will also work with administrators, teachers and support staff to ensure the successful implementation of a Multi-tiered System of Supports for Covenant High School Grand Rapids Students.
Educational and work experience requirements: Valid Michigan teaching certificate Four or more years of successful teaching experience at the secondary level Teacher supervision, coaching and/or administrative experience Valid Michigan administrative certificate preferred Experience serving high-risk students in an urban environment preferred Experience implementing a multi-tiered system of supports for students preferred Essential skills and characteristics: Exceptional teaching and planning skills Highly organized and detail-oriented Able to interpret and explain data related to learning Proficiency with spreadsheets and other software Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects.
Able to work independently or in a team Primary responsibilities: Assist and support classroom teachers through: Classroom visits, feedback and suggestions Demonstration lessons Lesson co-planning & co-teaching Joint problem solving Course curriculum audits Help identify students requiring additional supports in and out of the classroom Plan and present professional development in effective teaching and the use of data to improve instruction and student supports Assist classroom teachers in diagnosing students’ learning strengths and needs, and differentiating instruction Assist staff in interpreting assessment data to plan and adjust instruction Serve on school leadership and school improvement teams to coordinate instructional improvement efforts Orient and mentor new instructional staff Along with Principal, supervise and evaluate teachers Work with school administration to establish standards to ensure academic integrity and appropriate use of the Internet and written communication Implement MTSS plan Coordinate MTSS staff development activities for school and district personnel Participate in district-level instructional planning Support the Principal and Dean of Students in all aspects of schools operations and substitute in their absence Perform other related tasks as requested by the Principal This description is a summary of the responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, experience, abilities and qualifications associated with this position.
It is not an exhaustive list and may be changed at any time at the discretion of the Covenant Schools administration.
Youth Vision Solutions, Inc.
(YVS) is an equal opportunity employer.
YVS will not discriminate against any otherwise qualified employee or applicant for employment with respect to hire, tenure, terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disabilities or other legally protected status.
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