Teacher Development Specialist

Job Title:Teacher Development Specialist
Reports To: Principal(s) and Advanced Teaching Roles Coordinator
Duration: eligible for 3 Year Grant
Compensation:

• 10 month position
• Based on state salary scale with a minimum of $60,000
• Salary differential between $5,000-$15,000
• Local supplement of $2,500
• State benefits

Position Overview:
A Teacher Development Specialist will serve as an instructional coach at the school level. The focus of this position will be on providing support to schools in order to enhance teaching and learning in the area of Mathematics. This position may require travel between schools, but will include mileage compensation.
Key Responsibilities:

• Execute coaching cycles to build capacity in teachers, both in-person and virtually
• Support the planning, implementation, and assessment of effective classroom instruction
• Design and deliver professional development sessions
• Serve on the School Leadership Team
• Align work to school and district goals, frameworks, and resources
• Identify innovative solutions for improving the overall performance of teachers to meet specific goals
• Model effective, high-impact instructional practices
• Analyze and use data to drive and support coaching and instruction
• Meet with the Math Curriculum Specialists at the district level as set by the district
• Attend professional development sessions with the Advanced Teaching Roles Coordinator and others as set by the district
• Attend district professional learning community (PLC) meetings as set by the district

Skills:
Coaching and Mentoring:

• Ability to provide constructive feedback and guidance to educators, fostering their professional growth

Pedagogical Knowledge:

• In-depth understanding of educational theories, instructional strategies, and curriculum development

Data Analysis:

• Proficiency in analyzing data to inform instructional decisions and tailor support

Communication Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with teachers, administrators, and stakeholders

Collaboration:

• Strong interpersonal skills to build collaborative relationships with educators and create a positive learning culture

Problem-Solving:

• Ability to identify challenges in teaching practices and develop solutions to address them

Leadership:

• Leadership qualities to inspire and influence positive change in instructional practices

Organizational Skills:

• Effective time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities

Adaptability:

• Flexibility to adapt coaching strategies based on the unique needs of individual educators and school environments

Technology Proficiency:

• Familiarity with educational technology tools to enhance instructional practices and professional development

Reflective Practice:

• Commitment to ongoing self-reflection and professional growth to stay current with educational trends and best practices

Empathy:

• Ability to understand and empathize with the challenges educators face, creating a supportive coaching environment

Student-Centered Focus:

• Dedication to improving student outcomes through effective instructional coaching and Teacher Development

Cultural Competence:

• Awareness and appreciation of diverse cultural backgrounds, fostering an inclusive coaching approach

By possessing these skills, a Teacher Development Specialist can effectively collaborate with educators, promote a positive learning environment, and contribute to the overall improvement of teaching practices and student success.
Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years Mathematics teaching experience, 5 years preferred
• Master's Degree, preferred
• Evidence of effective instruction and student growth/performance in Mathematics
• Experience successfully leading a team of adults to accomplish goals

Application Requirements:
In addition to a completed online application, interested candidates must upload the following documents. Please note that only applications with the required uploaded documents will be considered.

• License
• Resume
• Recent evaluation from a supervisor
• Evidence of multiple years (min. of 2) of high-growth data with a narrative explanation
• should also include EVAAS data if currently in North Carolina
• Written statement sharing leadership philosophy