Instructional Coach - International Baccalaureate (Immediate Opening)

Position Title: Instructional Coach, IB

Job Title: Instructional Coach

Function: Instruction

Family: Instructional Support

Reports to: Campus Principal Pay Grade: E17

Terms of • 210 days per year. FLSA Classification: Exempt

Employment: • Non-Chapter 21 employment agreement.

• Salary is in the pay grade E17 on the Exempt

SAISD Compensation Plan.

• Entry salary is at $63,420.00 with consideration

for directly related experience.

• Additional stipend of $7,500 for Instructional

Coach duties.

Funding
This position is locally funded

Source:

Job Scope

Uses significant independent judgment and familiarity with the field to perform work. May be responsible for the
administration of various moderate and high complexity departmental programs and may lead a group of employees. May
develop policies and procedures and oversee the implementation and execution of them.

Position Summary

To plan, create, and provide students and staff with appropriate learning activities and experiences reflective of

the International Baccalaureate Mission Statement and Learner Profile, the purpose of which is to instill in

students the desire to become lifelong learners, to be prepared to successfully complete the designated IB internal

and external assessments, and to successfully transition to a competitive, selective post- secondary educational

setting.

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities

1. Teach and assess one class per day at the appropriate PYP/MYP level to be used as a model classroom for

others to observe and stay up-to-date on best teaching practices.

2. Work collaboratively with District IB Coordinator and school Principals to plan, organize, and coordinate

all activities related to the IB program.

3. Plan for, schedule, support and monitor the professional development, authorization timelines, trans-

disciplinary curricular connections, inter/trans-disciplinary curriculum unit development, and IB

authorization visits.

4. Ensure that the PYP/MYP/DP courses are in place and at the appropriate level of rigor .

5. Provide high-quality professional development using the IB Program model by ensuring that teachers are

provided access to the online curriculum center and that they are aware of the resources available on the

site.

6. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by The Texas Education Agency, International

Baccalaureate Curriculum Guides, Board Policies, and Administrative Regulations.

Revised on: 05/23/2023

7. Ensure that requirements for Theory of Knowledge (TOK) and Creativity, Action, and Service (CAS) are

properly coordinated and teachers of other IB subjects understand the nature and importance of this core

requirement at the DP level.

8. Ensure that requirements for the Exhibition/Community Project/Community Project are properly

coordinated and teachers of other IB subjects understand the nature and importance of this core

requirement at the PYP/MYP level.

9. Conduct assessment of student progress and use results to plan instructional activities.
10. Work cooperatively with special education department to modify curricula as needed for special

education students according to guidelines established in the Individual Education Plans (IEP).

11. Coach other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to

State, District, and IB requirements and test data.

12. Use technology to strengthen the teaching / learning process.

13. Plan and conduct (with principal) monthly meetings with IB teachers and staff to support initiatives and

share ideas.

14. Set goals, and monitor IB performance and retention data, providing feedback to principal and teachers
that informs instructional and program improvement goals.

15. Provide instructional feedback at other campuses around the district for purposes of classroom

observations, unit planning, and IB policies.

16. Performs other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities

expected for this position.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university

• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with preferred endorsements for Secondary ELA, Math, Science, or Social

Studies

• 3+ years’ experience Teaching IB and/or coordinating IB programs at the campus or district level.

• Ability to travel via airplane for three to four days to attend IB sponsored training

• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee

(approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Preferred experience with IB PYP/MYP/DP teaching and/or coordinating at the campus or district level

• Knowledge of accelerated/advanced curriculum and instructional strategies with particular skill in

• Knowledge of research principles in the assigned discipline

• Ability to model instruction of students and manage student behavior

• Ability to effectively communicate with parents, students, campus staff, and community partners, and

provide leadership with campus coordination of IB exhibits

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work with teachers to develop student portfolios, analyze and make decisions based around

data, create authentic assessments, and coordinate online assessments including sending electronic

portfolio assessments

• Ability to adjust and be flexible to a multitude of situations in the school environment

Revised on: 05/23/2023

• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of personnel

• Demonstrate ability to work both independently and as a team leader.

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

• Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and

equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional

exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.

Physical Demands/Requirements:

• Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines; frequent sitting,

standing, walking, climbing, balancing, pulling and pushing; reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing,

speaking clearly, visual acuity and prolonged data input; occasional lift/carry light, moderate 15 -44 pounds.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

• None
  

It is the policy of San Antonio ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age,

sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation or disability in its vocational programs, services or

activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education

Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and SAISD's board policies

DIA, FFH, and FFI.