Instructional Coach (SY 26-27)

Primary Purpose:

The Instructional Coach supports student achievement by enhancing instructional programming aligned with district goals. This role collaborates with campus and district staff to align curriculum, support teacher development, and analyze student data to improve outcomes. The coach works closely with teachers to strengthen instructional practices, provide job-embedded professional development, and support differentiation to close achievement gaps. Additionally, the role includes leading professional learning aligned with district initiatives and partnering with curriculum and instruction teams to ensure the effective implementation of academic programs

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Teacher certificate in appropriate content (Math, ELA, Science, Social Studies) and 

            Grade configuration (Elementary/Intermediate OR Secondary) 

• Five years of experience as a successful classroom teacher
• Proven increases in student achievement and proficient teacher evaluation scores
• Bachelor's Degree required
• Master's Degree preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Thorough knowledge of current curriculum, instruction, and assessment best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex data to inform decision-making and drive improvement.
• Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with others and coach towards improvement.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Leadership and Vision

• Support and reinforce the district's vision for academic excellence by aligning coaching practices with district goals, campus needs, and research-based best practices.
• Collaborate with campus and district leadership to design, implement, and refine curriculum and assessment strategies, using data to optimize instructional outcomes.
• Stay informed about educational research, policy updates, and emerging trends to ensure the district's academic programs remain innovative and effective.

• Model professionalism, service, confidentiality, and ethics in alignment with district values and Board policy.

   

Curriculum and Instruction

• Support the implementation of the district's comprehensive curriculum and routinely monitor program fidelity across assigned campuses.
• Assist campuses in the implementation and monitoring of the district's lesson delivery and support model to improve instructional preparation and delivery.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the district's vertically and horizontally aligned curriculum that complies with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and reflects current TEA guidelines.
• Contribute to the implementation of instructional materials and technology integration to support high-quality instruction.

• Support the implementation of high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) and the effectiveness of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).

   

Assessment and Accountability

• Collaborate with campus staff to analyze and interpret student performance data to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for strategic intervention.
• Assist campus staff with the implementation of continuous improvement plans to address achievement gaps and enhance student outcomes.

• Contribute to data-driven planning and progress monitoring aligned with district-level performance goals.

   

Professional Development/Coaching

• Participate as a member of a network of instructional coaches, central staff, and district-level administrators that focus on continuous improvement.
• Provide coaching that supports the district-wide professional development program, helping instructional staff improve their teaching.
• Conduct professional development and/or in-service training that covers academic content and effective pedagogy for classroom teachers.
• Assist campus administrators and classroom teachers in implementing a challenging and rigorous curriculum based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).
• Support classroom teachers through observations, PLCs, co-teaching, and modeling of instructional strategies to ensure student success.
• Support teachers in strengthening Tier I instruction through job-embedded support, walkthroughs, and strategic feedback loops.
• Maintain confidentiality of teacher evaluations and classroom observations in accordance with Board policy.

• Exemplify professionalism through respectful collaboration and positive interactions with a service-oriented mindset.

   

Operations, Budget, and Management

• Support district leadership on instructional progress, challenges, and campus operations to ensure efficient and effective resource allocation in support of academic goals.

• Provide feedback on the development, preparation, and administration of the budget for supplies, equipment, and facilities in the area of assignment.

   

Working Conditions:

• Perform other duties as may be assigned for job efficiency and effectiveness.
• Participate in district functions as required
• Frequent, prolonged, and irregular hours
• Frequent district travel

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on evaluation of personnel.

SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

  

While all applications will be reviewed, not all applicants will be interviewed.

Seguin Independent School District does not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital or veteran status, disability (or relationship or association with an individual with a disability), genetic information or other legally protected status in its programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.