Job Title: Learning Coach
Reports to: Director of Prof Learning
Dept./School: Campus Assigned
Exemption Status: Exempt

Primary Purpose:
Work directly with teaching staff to support the delivery of high-quality instruction. Provide personalized and team instructional coaching, comprehensive instructional resources, professional learning opportunities and expert software integration support. Build capacity by equipping teachers with the skills and knowledge to plan effectively, design student-centered instruction, facilitate productive learning environments, and deepen their professional expertise.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:
Master’s degree in education or related field preferred
Valid Texas teaching certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of trends in teaching/learning theories, and effective technology integration
Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies
Ability to develop and deliver professional learning to adult learners
Knowledge of district curriculum and initiatives
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of implementation of software and troubleshooting

Experience:
Five years of teaching experience preferred
Participated in instructional coaching cycles
Professional learning planning and facilitation experience
Effectively integrate pedagogy, content, and technology in an educational environment

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Campus Support
1. Provide job-embedded professional learning by way of instructional coaching to individuals and campus teams in accordance with district priorities, campus goals, and teacher T-TESS goals.
2. Support campuses by providing expertise in lesson design, student-centered instruction, classroom management, and technology integration.

3. Provide both in-person and online professional learning sessions for district instructional staff.

4. Support teachers in the interpretation and disaggregation of data in order to adapt instruction to meet the needs of students.
5. Provide data-driven professional learning that includes follow-through that positively impacts teacher growth and student outcomes.

6. Develop district-wide professional learning and resources that promote the innovative and effective use of technology in the delivery of curriculum.
7. Analyze professional learning survey data to assess campus and district learning needs.
8. Support the deployment and integration of new instructional software applications.
9. Support new Midway educators by coaching, supporting, and training new staff.

10. Participate in campus instructional leadership team meetings as needed to support the success of campus professional learning initiatives.

Leadership
11. Take initiative to develop professional skills and knowledge appropriate to the position of a coach.
12. Lead campus staff by maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
13. Collaborate with the district professional learning team to provide specific leadership within the areas of instruction, innovation, and professional learning.

Technical Support
14. Provide the first line of support for staff, students, and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of instruction.
15. Collaborate with campus administration, district technology, and the professional learning team to organize, communicate, and carry out the rollout and collection of K-12 district-issued learning devices.
16. Serve as liaison between campuses and district technicians who provide support for technology equipment and materials.
17. Assist campus principal(s) and district teams with the selection, planning, and purchase of technology equipment and software that operates in the MISD environment.
18. Maintain campus software accounts as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
none

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; satndard instructional equipment.
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide and statewide travel.
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Midway Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status or on any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities. The Title IX Coordinator for Midway ISD is the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources,13885 Woodway Drive, Woodway, Texas 76712. Contact phone number is 254-761-5610.