Looking for Raven Writes Writing Coach (Teaching and Learning) in Alaska

Job title: Raven Writes Writing Coach (Teaching and Learning)
Company: Juneau School District
Job description: CERTIFIED/TEACHING POSITION: Requires Alaska teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement (s) (for information visit: )
Are you interested in working in a fast-paced work environment to develop systems and structures to improve teacher practices? Are you well-versed in effective writing instruction? Do you have an understanding of other subject areas as well (math, science, and/or technology)?

The effective specialist is seen as an equal partner with both novice and experienced teachers, spending the majority of their time working in classrooms (to model, observe, and debrief lessons). Overall, the job of the writing specialist is to build the capacity of school staffs to meet the learning needs of all students. Provide professional development and guidance for teachers to enhance their content knowledge and instructional strategies. They work side by side with teachers as thought partners.

If you are a lifelong learner... this may be pefect for you!

SUMMARY: With a focus on enhancing writing instruction the writing coach will collaborate with SERRC, SHI and other coaches to support extensive job embedded, on-going professional learning through a grant-funded project: Raven Writes. Coaches will become certified in Cultural Proficiency and lead workshops on the cultural proficiency framework in all elementary schools. Coaches will also be trained in the Self-Regulated Strategy Development writing approach, and support teachers in implementing SRSD within the context of the Raven Writes project. Each summer, coaches will be asked to staff Summer Teachers’ Writing Institutes with exemplary PD experts who will work directly with 2 groups of 20 teachers. Coaches will also coach and collaborate with teachers in a Communities of Practice model to develop writing kits for each grade level, incorporating culturally relevant and responsive best practices in writing instruction. The coach’s goal is to ensure that teachers/staff acquire the understanding and skills to * To meet the needs of Alaska Native students through integration of place-based knowledge into planning and design;

• Enhance instructional practices at the classroom level;
• Raise the level of student achievement;
• Strengthen teacher confidence in meeting the needs of diverse learners.

The effective writing project specialist works with coaches to design opportunities to work in classrooms alongside teachers to model, observe, reflect and post observation discussions. The writing project specialist plays a key role in the analysis and utilization of student achievement data to help coaches and teachers in instructional decision-making, and to determine what professional learning and resources need to be put into place to support the work. The specialist will also work to ensure that the goals of the grant are being met, especially in the areas of kit creation, piloting, and implementation, and in coordination of writing events. This person will also be central in all communication needed between all stakeholders to ensure the grant goals are pursued and achieved.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The effectiveness of any coaching initiative hinges on the selection of a candidate that is highly qualified as a teacher, knowledgeable in content, and skilled in the sophisticated practices of teaching.

• Bachelor’s degree required, prefer degree in education.
• Requires valid Alaska teaching certificate.
• Five years of successful teaching experience.
• Knowledge of many teaching strategies for diverse students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Designs, coordinates and/or delivers leadership and instruction to teachers and paraprofessionals.
• Uses coaching models, work with teachers as a group and one-on-one in their classrooms to ensure success and to help them implement new learning strategies.
• Provides training and support to teachers, paraprofessionals and district tutors.
• Identifies, recruits, and enrolls teachers for program participation.
• Regularly observes instruction in classrooms.
• Maintains regular collaboration with SHI, TLS, and SERRC staff (including the JSD Raven Writes Writing Specialist) to ensure grant goals and initiatives are embedded in work with staff.
• Interprets, as appropriate, test results and statistical data concerning literacy to the administration, staff and public at large.
• Record and report data on writing kit usage by teachers and students, and report to the writing specialist - including when supplies are needed.

Compensation: Salary is dependent on experience and education. The Juneau School District offers a competitive salary, an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) plan.

How to Apply:
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