10-Month Position MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: + Collaborate with members of the Professional Learning and Innovation Center and district administration in the design of regional and district-based ELA/literacy professional learning + Provide district-based ELA/literacy professional learning and coaching for participating districts (Grades PK-6) + Facilitate targeted, district-based professional learning, including, but not limited to : + Providing feedback to teachers in an ongoing coaching cycle of conversation around literacy assessment and using data to support teachers with identifying interventions to meet specific student needs + Modeling effective intervention delivery + Supporting implementation of district-selected curricular materials + Leading data discussions tied to current, relevant data to assist teachers in designing instruction for impact on student literacy achievement + Participating in district-based team meetings with teachers and administrators regarding systems components that impact achievement (assessment and data systems, communication and collaboration strategies, scheduling for access to instruction, and purposeful use of resources) + Supporting district administration in their implementation of systems that support all learners + Access current research and best practices to integrate into professional learning experiences Job Qualifications REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: + NYS Teaching Certification – Elementary, Special Education, or ELA/ Literacy Preferred Additional Qualifications: + At least five years of successful classroom teaching experience; primary teaching experience is preferred. Civil Service Title: Instructional Support Specialist Job Number: 25-167