Instructional Facilitator

As an Instructional Facilitator at Memphis-Shelby County Schools, your primary responsibilities include improving the effectiveness of on-site instructional programs, enhancing the use of teaching materials, and fostering the development and coordination of the school’s instructional objectives. You are expected to work collaboratively with teachers to implement sustainable teaching strategies and engage in regular assessments to track progress.

To qualify for the Instructional Facilitator position at Memphis-Shelby County Schools, candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution; however, a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction or Educational Leadership is preferred. Furthermore, five years of successful teaching experience and a valid Tennessee Teacher's Certificate are required, along with specific grade-level endorsements.

An Instructional Facilitator contributes to educational transformation by being a leader of leaders, guiding teaching teams to innovate and refine instructional practices. By utilizing data to inform decisions and ensuring that every member of the team is empowered and focused on student outcomes, you will play a pivotal role in synthesizing strategies that engage students and improve academic results.

Essential skills for the Instructional Facilitator position at Memphis-Shelby County Schools include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, exceptional communication skills, and the capability to foster team collaboration. A successful candidate should also excel in data interpretation, demonstrate courage to challenge the status quo, and possess a solutions-oriented mindset.

Memphis-Shelby County Schools is committed to supporting its Instructional Facilitators through professional development opportunities, collaborative environment, and access to instructional resources. This support helps facilitators continuously improve their practices and contribute effectively to transformative education initiatives across the district.

In your response, detail your hands-on experience with various instructional strategies and any specific programs you have implemented. Highlight examples where your input led to measurable improvements in student engagement and achievement.

Discuss a specific instance where you faced a challenge and how you navigated it. Emphasize your collaborative approach and ability to communicate effectively with team members to find solutions.

Outline your approach to evaluating instructional materials and how you incorporate teacher feedback. Mention any tools or frameworks you use to assess the effectiveness of these materials.

Share your strategies for creating an open environment where teachers feel comfortable experimenting with new ideas. Include examples of how you have encouraged risk-taking in teaching practices.

Discuss how you utilize data to inform your instructional practices and guide teacher development. Include examples of metrics you monitor and how they influence your approach to student learning.

Express your belief in the importance of collaboration among educators. Provide examples of how you have facilitated team-building activities that enhance cooperation and shared goals.

Demonstrate your ability to prioritize effectively by discussing the tools or methods you use to evaluate project timelines, urgency, and potential impact on student outcomes.

Discuss both qualitative and quantitative methods you employ to evaluate teaching strategies. Explain how this assessment informs future instructional decisions.

Talk about your experience in organizing professional development sessions and how you tailor these opportunities according to the specific needs of the instructional teams.

Share your passion for educational equity and transformation. Relate your personal values to the mission of Memphis-Shelby County Schools and how you believe you can contribute to their vision.