Secondary Instructional Coach

Rochester Academy Charter School is currently seeking a Secondary Instructional Coach to support teachers in grades 6-12.
Primary Responsibilities Include

• Co-teaching, Co-Planning, Co-Grading in Instructional Coaching cycles including daily interactions for 3-4 teachers per cycle
• Assisting new teachers and teachers new to the profession to assure that classroom routines and procedures serve all learners
• Assisting career changers in learning the basic of instructional practice, classroom management and assessment
• Help teachers maximize student participation during lessons
• Periodically provide professional development to departments, grade level teams, or the full school building
• Exhibit patience, positivity and grit during the coaching process

Key Qualifications

• Ten years of successful teaching experience in any secondary content area
• Proficiency in instructional technology, ready to use tech tools to help teachers maximize instructional time
• Understanding of the Danielson's Framework for Evaluation (2013)
• Outgoing personality and willingness to help teachers with the change process
• NYS Certification in any secondary content area is preferred but not required

Additional Information

• Position is 11 months, with 20 summer days with flexible scheduling
• Coach will manage their daily schedule over two work locations, driving may be required during the work day
• Collaborates with and reports directly to the Chief Academic Officer

RACS is a public charter school, primarily serving students from the city of Rochester. Over 90% of our students identify as an individual of color. We are a college preparatory school and use data to determine how best to foster student growth. RACS seeks to prepare all graduates for active citizenship.
Ideal candidates share in the beliefs that all students have the right to a high quality education, and that restorative practices apply to all members of the school community. We are seeking a coach who is self-directed, committed and independent.
RACS offers full benefits to employees including New York State Teachers' Retirement (NYSTRS), health and dental benefits. Enhanced benefits include life insurance and short term disability coverage at no cost to the employee. Options to contribute to a 403(b) are available. RACS is a Title I school which qualifies teachers for student loan forgiveness.
At RACS we offer families a chance to decide the best course for their child's educational journey. Apply today!
Applications are reviewed regularly, and fully completed packets will be reviewed first.