DeanInstructional Coach

EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027
Position Type: Exempt
New teacher: 191days/year
1.0 FTE
Benefits Eligible: Yes


POSITION SUMMARY:

Dean (.50 FTE)

This assignment supports the principal by handling non-administrative tasks that promote exceptional education and student achievement foster the development of individuals and teams and strengthen relationships. Responsibilities include administering student discipline fairly and consistently monitoring attendance coordinating meetings conferences and professional development supervising classified staff supporting instructional programs and initiatives and cultivating positive community relations among stakeholders.

The Elementary Dean of Students serves as a high-energy catalyst for a thriving school environment taking the lead on cultivating a positive school culture and climate where every student feels seen and supported. This proactive leader is a go-getter who takes initiative to design and implement consistent behavior expectations ensuring that discipline is handled with a restorative lens that keeps students engaged in learning. Operating with a high degree of autonomy the Dean requires little supervision to identify potential cultural gaps and bridge them through innovative programs staff coaching and direct student mentorship. By maintaining a visible and energetic presence in hallways and classrooms they act as the primary architect of a safe joyful and orderly learning community where high behavioral standards and a sense of belonging go hand-in-hand.

Instructional Coach (.50 FTE)

The Instructional Coach is responsible for integrating evidence-based practices and 21st Century skills into classrooms by collaborating with teachers and school leaders. This role focuses on developing teacher proficiency through individual and group professional learning enhancing understanding of research-based effective instruction.

The coach aligns instructional support with the school leaders vision and prepares leaders to sustain these skills through focused observations descriptive feedback and various assessment methods. Instructional Coaches leverage experience with similar student populations deep knowledge of best practices for a rigorous academic culture design thinking processes and the ability to lead through influence rather than authority to achieve meaningful lasting results.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Dean (.50 FTE)

• Support the principal and assistant principals in the operations of the school.
• Sustain a positive safe environment throughout and beyond the school day through effective supervision.
• Provide quality accurate constructive corrective specific and timely feedback to students and staff to encourage peak performance.
• Encourage parent/guardian involvement in student learning through conferences open houses volunteering etc.
• Establish rapport with students staff and parents to proactively address potential problems.
• Lead initiatives that enhance student success both in and out of school.
• Execute student discipline fairly and consistently.
• Enforce behavioral expectations for students.
• Supervise extracurricular activities and events.
• Actively participate in all staff meetings PLCs and other required events.
• Apply and implement knowledge skills and new understandings to improve instructional programming.
• Collaborate with others to strategically assign students to maximize achievement potential.
• Serve as a liaison between the school and district.
• Promote effective communication within the school and between the school and community.
• Utilize technology and other communication avenues to engage stakeholders.
• Follow the professional Code of Ethics and standards of practice to guide ethical decision-making.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Instructional Coach (.50 FTE)

• Improve teachers level of rigor through use of the instructional cycle and authentic student engagement by developing instructional delivery through modeling co-teaching regular observation one-on-one coaching co-planning and feedback to teachers.
• Cultivate strong purposeful relationships with all school stakeholders including teachers school leaders and other instructional staff to better leverage influence and support.
• Facilitate school-wide data collection in a variety of metrics using formative assessment data to provide differentiated targeted support to struggling teachers and to support tracking and evaluation of program implementation.
• Establish the trust and credibility necessary to build leaderships capacity to observe support and allow staff to reflect on their practices.
• Cultivate communities of adult learners in the process of deep thinking intentional planning and pedagogy and the deliberate use of data to enhance instructional practices and student achievement.
• Coordinate and deliver professional development designed to develop deeper understanding of Research Based Instructional Strategies.
• Use professional Code of Ethics and standards of practice to guide ethical decision-making.
  Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee support staff in accordance with district policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include: interviewing hiring and training employees; planning assigning and directing work; conducting conferences and goal-setting sessions; performing formal and informal observations; providing feedback and completing employee evaluations; recognizing achievements and addressing disciplinary matters; and handling complaints and resolving workplace issues.

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prioritize and schedule work tasks independently.
• Create and implement effective and efficient process management strategies (e.g. procedures equipment materials and supplies).
• Accurately projects need for budget planning.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with professional standards state guidelines and school system policy.
  

The education/training/experience license/certification general expectations physical demands and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:

• Masters degree with emphasis in curriculum instruction leadership and administration(preferred).
• Bilingual(preferred).
• Four (4) years successful teaching experience.
• Experience working in secondary schools.
• Demonstrated experience in coaching certified staff.
• Demonstrated experience in the areas of investigation suspension and expulsion.
• Demonstrated experience in the evaluation of performance.
• Demonstrated experience with Professional Learning Communities.
• Demonstrated skill in human relations communication and leadership.
• English fluency will be determined through the application and interview process.
  

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Colorado Drivers License.
Valid CPR and First Aid Certification.
Valid Colorado Principal License or currently working toward obtaining one.
Valid Colorado Teaching License.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
• Possesses computer and technology skills.
• Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
• Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
• Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Communicates effectively with the School District community.
• Skilled in analysis instruction negotiation coordination communication problem-solving and interpersonal interactions.
• Proficient in comparing computing synthesizing and evaluating information.
• Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Upholds a generally positive attitude.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Adheres to federal and state laws regulations and policies.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 10 (ten) pounds.
Occasional lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds.
Frequent sitting bending walking and standing.
Occasional stooping kneeling squatting and reaching.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Mostly clean and comfortable.

REPORTS TO:
Principal or designee.

LOCATION:
Bishop Elementary School

SALARY:
Salary placement from $53464 - $103027 based upon education experience and Negotiated Agreement. Current Salary Schedule posted atSalary Schedules - Englewood Schools.

Per the Negotiated Agreement any District Teacher-Coordinator will also be paid an additional 10% of the Formula Base as a stipend for the District Teacher-Coordinators duties over and above the District Teacher-Coordinators regular teaching amount will be prorated if fewer than 191 workdays are completed.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
New hires or rehires will be responsible for the fingerprint processing fee required for background checks through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

Per the negotiated agreement all teachers that start after student first day are temporary.

CLOSING DATE:
This position will close on 5/10/2026.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
All interested and qualified applicants must complete an online application. Incomplete applications and resumes received in lieu of applications will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 the Americans with Disabilities Act the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 and Colorado law Englewood Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students employees applicants for employment or members of the public on the basis of disability race creed color sex sexual orientation marital status gender identity gender expression religion national origin ancestry family composition or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age genetic information and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Harassment if it rises to the level described in state law is a prohibited form of discrimination. To review Title IX policies and procedures pleaseclick here.Inquiries or complaints may be referred toDr. Rana Razzaque Director of Opportunity Access & Inclusion and Title IX Coordinator 4101 S. Bannock St. Englewood CO 80110 or may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education 1244 North Speer Blvd. Suite 310 Denver CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission 950 17th St. Suite 300 Denver CO 80202 or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission 1560 Broadway Suite 825 Denver CO 80202.