Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Instructional [ Multilingual - Cape Verdean] Coach who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter. In BPS, the teachers and leaders are committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools. BPS is a great place for those who seek to work in an environment that supports their creativity and innovation, and respects their skills and abilities as a teacher. Reports to: Principal/ Head of School Responsibilities The Instructional Coach will provide professional support and technical assistance to teachers and monitor to ensure the full implementation of the instructional focus and expectations. Set up effective classroom environments, assist in planning effective lessons, conduct and debrief demonstration classes, co-teach occasional classes, provide in-class coaching, including videotaping and debriefing lessons, assist in planning school-based professional development during and after school, including workshops, study groups, looking-at-student-work-and-data sessions, and peer observations. Assist in the proper implementation of BPS mid- and end-of-year assessments, as well as the analysis and response to results. Maintain an up-to-date log of all activities in and out of classrooms, including activities, objectives, teachers worked with, outcomes, next steps, and timelines. Monitor individual teacher progress. Monitor teacher participation in professional development activities, and the consequent implementation of curriculum and instructional strategies by meeting with principals and other school supervisors. Participate in all professional development activities, including weekly meetings focused on implementation coordination, problem-solving, and coaches' professional development, and additional training opportunities provided during the school year and, if possible, during the summer. Share lead responsibility for selected elements of the instructional focus (e.g., assessment development, data gathering, and analysis, professional development regarding selected instructional strategies). Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the Principal. Qualifications - Required Hold a valid Massachusetts Teaching License in appropriate content area. Experience and demonstrated expertise as a teacher of relevant content and/or subjects. Demonstrated success working with teachers and administrators as a professional development provider, team leader, and/or facilitator. Strong organizational skills. Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment. Qualification - Preferred Hold an SEI endorsement or a dual certification in ESL. Experience working in an urban setting. Special education license, experience, and/or expertise. BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity. BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali. In order to best serve all students, BPS prefers all core content teachers to be certified in their subject area and one or both of the following: Moderate Disabilities, English as a Second Language (at the appropriate grade level(s)). Terms: BTU, Group I, plus additional compensation equal to 5% of the individual's annual base salary. Please refer to www.bostonpublicschools.org/ohc http://www.bostonpublicschools.org/ohc (under "Employee Benefits and Policies") for more information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step. The start and end times of BPS schools vary, as do the lengths of the school day. Some BPS schools have a longer school day through the "Schedule A" Expanded Learning Time (ELT) agreement. The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work. 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Recipient's Name Recipient's Email Your Name Your Email Send me a copy Instructional Coach- Bilingual [Cape Verdean] (SY24-25) Job Description Primary Location Orchard Gardens K-8 Pilot Salary Range 1.0 FTE Shift Type Pilot Job Contact Information Name Title Phone Email