Title I Preschool Coach

Full-Time and Permanent; 7.5 Hours/Day; 240 Days/Year; 12 Months/Year

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a Masters Degree
• Eligible for or in possession of appropriate Virginia Teaching License with preschool endorsement
• In possession of or willing to work toward CLASS-PK Certification within the first year of employment
• At least four years of successful classroom experience as a teacher in an early learning setting
• Experience with providing individual coaching and group professional development
• Leadership ability (i.e. organizational managerial and administrative skills)
• Personal characteristics conducive to working effectively with students teachers school personnel community groups and parents
• Experience and skill in using technology

Nature of Position

• Provide regular individualized coaching support to pre-K teachers and paraprofessionals on the quality of their interactions with their students as evidenced by CLASS-PK observations and feedback
• Prepare all necessary materials for consultation sessions following pre-defined protocols
• Observe assigned PK classes twice a year (or as per VDOE requirement) using the CLASS-PK observation tool
• Assist teacher with development and implementation of required professional development plans
• Conduct professional development sessions throughout the year as assigned
• Actively participate in division-level team meetings
• Maintain logs of classroom visits and notes of coaching sessions
• Meet with school administration as needed or requested
• Maintains professional competence by attending staff development programs curriculum development meetings and other professional activities
• Performs any other related duties as assigned by the department administrator

NOTE: This position is for one year only and contingent upon Title I funding.