The posting
ESL Instructional Coach
SUMMARY: Plans, directs and coordinates professional development for the ESL and general education teachers. Implements instructional practices with an emphasis on merging Language Acquisition into the content areas: English Language Arts, math, science, social studies and special education. Utilizes instructional practices which reflect current educational research in teaching and learning. Analyzes data for decision making. Works collaboratively with teachers, administrators and fellow team members.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Conduct classroom observations on instructional design and delivery; providing support through nonevaluative feedback, model teaching, mentoring, etc.
• Utilize student performance data accessed through CIMS and other sources to focus planning and enhance the delivery of instruction and student achievement.
• Facilitate meetings between ESL teachers and general education teachers to coordinate instruction and discuss student progress
• Deliver professional development that is based on best practices for ELL learners
• Establish and maintain confidentiality
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:
• Valid Ohio Certification/Licensure
• TESOL endorsement
• Minimum of 5 years successful experience working in an ESL program
• Master’s Degree in education preferred
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
• Knowledgeable about the Ohio Academic Content Standards for English Language Arts and Reading
• Knowledgeable about adolescent learning theory
• Knowledgeable about best practices for teaching ELLs
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite



