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1.0 TOSA Instructional Coach for Literacy

Williamsville Central School

105 Casey Rd.

East Amherst , NY 14051-5000

Certified - Teaching - Reading Teacher {READ}

Job Number 3300047957

Start Date

Open Date 06/25/2024

Closing Date 07/02/2024

Dates of assignment: 7/27/24 - 6/26/25 (Annual appointment)

Qualifications include, but are not limited to, teaching experience, specialized training, demonstrated ability to work with peers and supervisors and the demonstrated ability to motivate and instruct students in relation to the posted position.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid New York State teaching certification in one or more of the following: elementary (grades Birth-6), English 7-12, or literacy certification K-12

• Demonstrated successful classroom experience as a tenured teacher with a minimum of 5 years of experience preferred in grades PK-8 (or other teaching or coaching assignment, per the discretion of the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction)

• Preferred successful experience as an instructional coach and/or literacy specialist

ESSENTIAL CORE CHARACTERISTICS:

• Demonstrated evidence of a deep level of understanding of and experience with the following:

• PK-12 literacy, including Structured Literacy, reading and writing workshop; phonics and phonological awareness; comprehension; oral language; vocabulary; fluency; writing; district PK-12 ELA programs, including Universal Prekindergarten, and assessment

• theThoughtful Classroom Teacher Effectiveness Frameworkor other State-approved teacher evaluation rubrics;

• research and instructional best practices and thorough familiarity with the District curriculum and instructional practices across grade levels K-12 that best meet students' needs.

• Demonstrated continuous professional growth and evidence of being a life-long learner

• Demonstrated experience facilitating adult learning to support the achievement of District and program goals

• Demonstrated ability to

• provide leadership and work effectively with staff members, colleagues, parents, and others stakeholders in the educational community;

• embed the skills and strategies necessary to facilitate adult learning, use creative problem solving, decision-making, and interpersonal skills to provide a positive learning environment that results in continuous improvement for students and staff;

• use written and oral communication appropriately and effectively.

• evaluate each unique engagement and interaction with stakeholders and determine appropriate responses and solutions

• Demonstrated evidence of exceptional effective classroom management and student engagement skills

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with peers and supervisors

• Demonstrated evidence of a proven ability to effectively manage time, plan, and organize

ESSENTIAL CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide training, assistance, and ongoing professional development to teachers, administrators, and other School and District stakeholders relative to the implementation of the District's ELA program K-12;

• Assist instructional staff with implementing and enhancing the District's curriculum and programs:

• Plan and design lessons by collaboratively working with teachers in various settings including one-on-one, small groups, grade level meetings, study groups, workshops, and faculty/staff meetings;

• Contribute to and support a District-wide effort to further develop a reflective learning community that engages in research-based, high-yield instructional practices;

• Serve as a resource to classroom, special area teachers, and staff who support students;

• Assist in the gathering and analysis of data to identify student-focused goal(s) based on areas of need;

• Debrief and provide feedback on instruction/student learning to facilitate teacher reflection and to identify/set goals and next steps;

• Build the capacity of teachers to support and facilitate the learning of their colleagues;

• Facilitate parent information sessions and/or develop parent resources;

• Reflect on coaching work and identify areas of need, growth, and success;

• Demonstrate a commitment to personal growth through participation in professional learning;

• Collaborate with building and district administration;

• Attend required trainings;

• Actively participate on the District Literacy Team by sharing expertise and current areas of learning with the team on an ongoing basis.

• Effectively assess needs of the District Literacy Team and act as a self-starter in determining and executing approved solutions;

• Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as directed by the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction and the Director of ELA and Reading.

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent for Instruction

SALARY: Per WTA Contract

Additionally, 1/200 for up to 10 days between last student day and first student day. Other days and/or additional time as determined by the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction. This is a Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) position.

WORK CALENDAR: The teacher work year plus up to ten days.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, July 2, 2024

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Internal:District employees may apply by submitting aletter of interest and an updated resumeto the Human Resources Department with a copy to the appropriate building principal/Assistant Superintendent of Instruction. E-mailed letters of interest are not acceptable. The original signed letters of interest must be submitted by the end of the day onTuesday, July 2, 2024.

External:Fill out an online application atwww.williamsvillek12.orgorwww.wnyric.org/applicationand then apply to appropriate posting. If you have any questions you may contact Human Resources atlclark@williamsvillek12.org.

The Williamsville Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, religion, gender, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or disability. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Please make sure to complete an application by clickinghere (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app_login?COMPANY_ID=00005387) for this job posting.

Job Attachment View Attachment

Itinerant Location District Office

Salary: From 41040.00

Salary: To 52800.00

Salary Competitive Y

Appointment Status Annual Contract

Position Status Full time

Start Date 7/27/24

Required Certification Type English 7-12 & 5-6 Ext {5425}, Reading Teacher {7060}, Elementary Education