MULTILINGUAL INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
Apply NowCompany: City Of Lawrence
Location: Lawrence, KS 66044
Description:
Job Title: Multilingual Instructional Coach
Reports to: Principal/Head of School
Job Type: This is a full-time non-exempt salaried position, with some evening work included.
Welcome to Lawrence Public Schools
Lawrence Public Schools is committed to ensuring that ALL students successfully master the content and skills necessary to graduate from high school, college, and/or career ready. We achieve this by providing a standards-based, rigorous instructional program focused on academic achievement and the development of 21st-century skills, accompanied by a comprehensive system of support. These efforts are monitored and assessed regularly to ensure accountability to all stakeholders.
Position Summary:
The Instructional Coach will provide personalized coaching, professional development, and resources to help teachers improve instructional practices, classroom culture and management strategies, and content knowledge, and assist building leadership in the development and implementation of systems of tiered support to ensure academic proficiency for all students and close achieve gaps for subgroups within the schools, especially multilingual learners.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Assist individual teachers and teacher teams with effective lesson planning, incorporating the principles of UDL and SEI to plan from high quality curriculum materials.
Assist teachers with classroom management strategies and establishing positive learning environments.
Model effective teaching strategies and co-teach when appropriate.
Observe classroom instruction and provide specific, actionable feedback to improve teaching practices.
Design and deliver targeted professional development workshops teachers in collaboration with other school staff.
Support teachers in effective implementation of common district and curriculum-based assessments and the analysis of results to inform instruction.
Collaborate with school leaders to identify areas of need for teacher support and professional learning.
Assist school leadership and teacher teams with the development and implementation of tier 2 and 3 interventions services in literacy and/or math.
Create and maintain a resource library of instructional materials and research-based strategies.
Document coaching interactions and teacher progress to assess program effectiveness.
Participate in district wide coaches meeting and other professional learning to further develop personal coaching skills and content expertise.
Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the principal/head of school.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Demonstrated expertise in effective instructional practices and curriculum implementation.
Content expertise in literacy or mathematics instruction.
Experience in adult learning, coaching, or leading professional development.
Knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and educator evaluation system.
Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
Ability to build trusting relationships with colleagues.
Experience with data-driven instruction and assessment practices.
Familiarity with culturally responsive teaching practices.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Licensure and Certifications
Valid Massachusetts teaching license
SEI Endorsement or dual certification in ESL l
Education/Professional Background:
Master's degree in Education or related field
Minimum of 5 years successful teaching experience in K-12 settings
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience as an instructional coach or mentor teacher.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lawrence Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for employees and applicants. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Pay Range
$73,992-$92,227
Other
Benefits under the Lawrence Public Schools guidelines.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Lawrence Public Schools is dedicated to maintaining a workplace and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination or participate in investigations.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the required background check and availability of funding.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the required background check and availability of funding.
Position : 395320002
Location : CENTRAL OFFICE
Posting End : 06/15/2025
Salary: $73,992.00-$92,227.00
Reports to: Principal/Head of School
Job Type: This is a full-time non-exempt salaried position, with some evening work included.
Welcome to Lawrence Public Schools
Lawrence Public Schools is committed to ensuring that ALL students successfully master the content and skills necessary to graduate from high school, college, and/or career ready. We achieve this by providing a standards-based, rigorous instructional program focused on academic achievement and the development of 21st-century skills, accompanied by a comprehensive system of support. These efforts are monitored and assessed regularly to ensure accountability to all stakeholders.
Position Summary:
The Instructional Coach will provide personalized coaching, professional development, and resources to help teachers improve instructional practices, classroom culture and management strategies, and content knowledge, and assist building leadership in the development and implementation of systems of tiered support to ensure academic proficiency for all students and close achieve gaps for subgroups within the schools, especially multilingual learners.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Assist individual teachers and teacher teams with effective lesson planning, incorporating the principles of UDL and SEI to plan from high quality curriculum materials.
Assist teachers with classroom management strategies and establishing positive learning environments.
Model effective teaching strategies and co-teach when appropriate.
Observe classroom instruction and provide specific, actionable feedback to improve teaching practices.
Design and deliver targeted professional development workshops teachers in collaboration with other school staff.
Support teachers in effective implementation of common district and curriculum-based assessments and the analysis of results to inform instruction.
Collaborate with school leaders to identify areas of need for teacher support and professional learning.
Assist school leadership and teacher teams with the development and implementation of tier 2 and 3 interventions services in literacy and/or math.
Create and maintain a resource library of instructional materials and research-based strategies.
Document coaching interactions and teacher progress to assess program effectiveness.
Participate in district wide coaches meeting and other professional learning to further develop personal coaching skills and content expertise.
Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the principal/head of school.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Demonstrated expertise in effective instructional practices and curriculum implementation.
Content expertise in literacy or mathematics instruction.
Experience in adult learning, coaching, or leading professional development.
Knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and educator evaluation system.
Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
Ability to build trusting relationships with colleagues.
Experience with data-driven instruction and assessment practices.
Familiarity with culturally responsive teaching practices.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Licensure and Certifications
Valid Massachusetts teaching license
SEI Endorsement or dual certification in ESL l
Education/Professional Background:
Master's degree in Education or related field
Minimum of 5 years successful teaching experience in K-12 settings
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience as an instructional coach or mentor teacher.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lawrence Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for employees and applicants. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Pay Range
$73,992-$92,227
Other
Benefits under the Lawrence Public Schools guidelines.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Lawrence Public Schools is dedicated to maintaining a workplace and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination or participate in investigations.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the required background check and availability of funding.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the required background check and availability of funding.
Position : 395320002
Location : CENTRAL OFFICE
Posting End : 06/15/2025
Salary: $73,992.00-$92,227.00