S.Studies/ Sci School Improvement Coach, Model Teacher

The Model Teacher leader will provide instruction for 2 or more classes/courses and provide coaching/mentoring to fellow teachers.

Essential Duties

• Provides content-related and appropriate instruction based on Fulton County's curriculum
• Provides model classroom environment which promotes active learning in subject area
• Assists teachers with the implementation of the Georgia Standards
• Works with teachers to improve classroom management and climate through the implementation of effective instructional methods
• Analyzes student and teacher test data to determine teaching and learning effectiveness for each concept taught
• Analyzes student test data and advises teachers and appropriate staff of trends, outcomes, needs and effective practices
• Demonstrates, monitors, and evaluates the application of effective teaching strategies
• Recommends best practices to achieve the desired student learning outcomes
• Coordinates site-based professional learning activities as needed
• Conducts professional development at the school as needed
• Exhibits knowledge of performance-based instruction and assessment
• Participates in periodic professional learning activities
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Certification/Licensure

For Elementary: Must hold or be eligible for a valid and clear teaching certificate in Early Childhood Education for Elementary School

For Secondary Math: Must hold or be eligible for a valid and clear teaching certificate in Middle Grades Mathematics (4-8) or Mathematics (6-12)

For Secondary Reading/Language Arts: Must hold or be eligible for a valid and clear teaching certificate in Middle Grades Reading (4-8), Middle Grades Language Arts (4-8), English (6-12), or Reading Endorsement in addition to a base secondary field (6-12)

For Secondary Science: Middle Grades Science (4-8), Science (6-12), or a related science field (6-12)

For Secondary Social Science: Middle Grades Social Science (4-8) or related social science field (6-12)

Experience Qualifications

Minimum of three years successful classroom teaching experience within the last six years required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must have professional knowledge and proven use of effective teaching strategies and professional knowledge of curriculum-based assessments
• Strong desire to work with at-risk students and developing teachers
• Ability to communicate with adults and student learners at all ability levels
• High technological skill level required
• Demonstrated ability to work with personal and confidential information
• Must be able to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects and responsibilities
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issues
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with District and school personnel, the general public, and work with diverse groups of people
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing

Working Conditions

• Normal office and classroom environment

Physical Demands

• Routine physical activity associated with normal office and classroom environment