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Teacher Collaborator- Instruction and Planning Coach
Teacher Collaborator- Instruction and Planning CoachKairosPDX • Portland, OR, US
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Teacher Collaborator- Instruction and Planning Coach

Teacher Collaborator- Instruction and Planning Coach

KairosPDX • Portland, OR, US
20 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Teacher Collaborator- Instruction and Planning Coach

Category Education

Description

Core Position Responsibilities :

  • Work with a team of colleagues to further the mission of the school
  • Support culturally responsive, data informed planning and instruction as a developing skill in teachers K-5
  • Stay current with new content and information in a rapidly changing environment
  • Collaborate with instructional leadership toward student success
  • Observe, co-teach, and model classroom instruction as part of embedded professional learning, including the integration of data informed practices
  • Coach and model specific intervention strategies, classroom expectations, program policies and procedures for classroom staff.
  • Coach and model specific, culturally responsive, positive behavior management strategies, maximizing the use of instructional time on instruction
  • Design opportunities for customization and differentiation, reflection, planning, and opportunities for peer-to-peer learning
  • Work with School Admin to Facilitate weekly instructional planning meetings focusing on instruction and curriculum for classroom teams K-5
  • Coordinate development and application of informal assessments and feedback in daily instruction, as part of a system of data informed instructional practices
  • Coordinate the planning and proctoring of formal school wide assessments including Kindergarten readiness, NWEA and SBAC
  • Work with School Admin to Analyze data as a part of the feedback cycle for individual teachers and whole school strategy
  • Curate resources to customize curriculum for individual classrooms
  • Hold student outcomes, aspirations, and involvement at the center of plans aimed to increase student growth and achievement
  • Respect and draw upon students and adults as the 'directors of their own learning'
  • Maintain a 'learner' orientation in partner and team interactions, and contribute to the development of a successful 'continuous improvement organization'
  • Facilitate regular individual coaching sessions with individual teachers using and interpreting video and data for continuous improvement of classroom management
  • Collaborate with instruction team members to create strategies and interventions for classroom-wide use
  • Participate in coaching meetings, leadership team meetings and PLC meetings
  • Support the practice and implementation of skills / strategies presented in classroom presentations, school-wide training and / or outside agency presentations / trainings
  • Participate in continuous improvement practices including observation, reflection and collaboration
  • Participate in professional development to facilitate growth of each student, staff member and the organization overall
  • Participate in the school wide communication of instruction goals and perspectives with families
  • Attend several KairosPDX staff and family events
  • Participate in supervising students during recess and other non-class times
  • Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

Teacher Qualifications :

  • Valid TSPC license for the grade level(s) taught
  • Documentation of "Highly Qualified Teacher Status" under the No Child Left Behind Act
  • Bachelor's Degree; Master's, preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a classroom
  • At least one or two years of experience teaching in an elementary classroom; three to five years of experience preferred
  • At least one or two years relevant experience working with children from diverse racial and cultural backgrounds
  • Training in early education and / or human development, preferred
  • Experience working with children ages 5 to 11, preferred
  • Training and / or experience with at least one special population such as special needs children, Talented and Gifted children, and / or English Language Learners, preferred
  • Effective interpersonal skills in managing and interacting with diverse groups of stakeholders
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated ability to manage conflict through equitable decision-making and effective problem solving
  • Willingness to learn about and adapt to KairosPDX culture
  • Open to learning and practicing a constructivist approach to teaching and learning
  • Commitment to culturally relevant practices
  • Commitment to professional reflection and ongoing collaboration
  • Share KairosPDX's stance that excellent public education is a civil right of all children and families
  • Possess a passion for helping each child reach his or her social, emotional and academic potential including a commitment to differentiated instruction and ongoing assessment
  • Current Food Handlers Card and CPR First Aid Certificate required (cost paid by applicant)
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check

    • Knowledge & Skills :

  • High tolerance for ambiguity, changing work priorities and deadlines, and a willingness to take on responsibilities and to prioritize work on multiple projects;
  • Highly detail-focused and results-oriented;
  • Ability to communicate and interact effectively with multiple constituencies including families, parents, staff and students;
  • Team-player attitude and strong customer-service orientation;
  • Excellent organizational, planning, and implementation skills;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word;
  • Demonstrated initiative, leadership, and tenacity;
  • Willingness to learn about and adapt to KairosPDX culture;
  • Commitment to culturally relevant practices;
  • Commitment to professional reflection and ongoing collaboration;
  • Current Food Handlers Card and CPR / First Aid Certificate required (cost paid by applicant);
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check.
  • Ability to adhere to Governors Vaccination Requirements for Teachers and School Staff, note this applies to all KairosPDX non-Instructional staff.
  • Share KairosPDX's stance that excellent public education is a civil right of all children and families;
  • Experience working with diverse populations, specifically people of color; and
  • Passion for KairosPDX's mission.

    • Full-Time / Part-Time Full-Time

    Position Teacher Collaborator- Instruction and Planning Coach

    Exempt / Non-Exempt Exempt

    Open Date 3 / 20 / 2025

    Location KairosPDX

    About the Organization KairosPDX is a non-profit organization focused on delivering excellent, equitable education to underserved children, their families and their communities. Our mission is to eliminate the prolific racial achievement and opportunity gaps by cultivating, confident, creative, compassionate, leaders. We do this through an organizational approach that includes our Learning Academy, Community Relations, Government Affairs, and Training Academy. Please visit www.kairospdx.org.

    This position is currently accepting applications.

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