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Instructional Coach
Location:
Boston, MA
Description:
INSTRUCTIONAL COACH Boston, MA (Hybrid), Full Time, Exempt The Possible Zone (TPZ), a nonprofit organization, seeks a Boston-based Instructional Coach. The ideal candidate is someone who brings adult coaching experience, is passionate about closing the opportunity gap, and has a strong track record of engaging high schoolers in learning opportunities that are culturally responsive, project-based, and competency-based . ABOUT THE POSSIBLE ZONE: The Possible Zone is an after school and school day program that uses entrepreneurship as a framework to close the skills and opportunities gap facing young people with untapped potential. We guide students through a dynamic curriculum, including hands-on work experience and individualized career planning, to develop the personal qualities that predict future professional success. In short, we believe anything is possible! ABOUT THE ROLE: The Instructional Coach will help to support high quality student experiences by building educators’ capacity to develop and implement instructional practices that support diverse student learners. Using evidence-based practices, instructional coaches will serve as mentors and thought-partners for a group of educators. They will support their team in developing teaching and learning practices through observation, modeling, and giving feedback. Instructional coaches will also serve lead educators in one class per term to continue developing (and modeling) their teaching skills. Teaching Responsibilities (25%) Serve as a lead educator in one of TPZ’s high school classes each term to model for new educator while also gaining a deeper understanding of the curriculum, student experiences, and TPZ’s teaching and learning pedagogy Support students in the development of their e-portfolio that documents their progress throughout their experience at TPZ Effectively use TPZ’s systems (SIS and LMS) to track, monitor, and update student information Coaching Responsibilities (75%) Conduct onboarding and training for new educators at TPZ Coach and support a group of up to 5 educators in effectively engaging learners in TPZ’s program including pathways advisory, entrepreneurship, & work-based learning Conduct weekly 1:1 supervision meetings with educators Provide individualized, class-specific coaching, modeling and feedback to educators that is responsive to the identified needs of students Collaborate with TPZ’s Evaluation and Learning department to collect, analyze, and share data related to high quality instructional practices Collaborate with Student Support Department to identify ongoing student needs and use data to inform supervision and support of educators Plan, deliver and support professional learning opportunities for TPZ’s program team Qualifications: Professional Experience: At least 5 years of experience working with high school students in either classrooms/schools or informal settings (for instance, youth development, camp counselor) Instructional approaches: At least 5 years of experience engaging youth from under-resourced communities in ways that are culturally responsive, project-based, and competency-based, with attention to the whole-child, SEL, and identity development, and building a strong culture and community Teacher Coaching Experience: At Least 2+ years of managing or coaching experience with deep understanding of best practice strategies related to curriculum development and implementation, high quality instruction and supporting diverse student learning experiences Content knowledge: Experience in at least 2 or more of the following: Project Based Learning Competency Based Learning Culturally Responsive Teaching Whole-Child Development Demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit that inspires students to explore passions and dreams while providing the scaffolds or supports to actualize them Commitment to the success of every learner; have a growth mindset and self-awareness A courageous learner, design-thinker, problem-solver, and ignite these qualities in others Create a growth-promoting culture that is brave and safe; effectively manage learning experiences Strong facilitation; you believe learning is an active process, and support learners in driving their learning Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Embraces change and navigates multi-cultural spaces with openness and awareness Compensation & Benefits: Annual salary: $110,000 - 125,000 and commensurate with experience The Possible Zone provides eligible employees with a comprehensive health and insurance package that covers them and their families. We pay 80% of the premium for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance and 100% of the premium for Basic Life insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability for employees . We also offer robust mental health and wellness resources through partnerships with Calm and Wellable. Additionally, employees will receive a commuting stipend that can be used for walking, biking, transit, or gas; employer contributions to their 401(k); paid parental leave; an average of 20 paid holidays per year; up to 25 days of paid time off per year; opportunities for internal and external professional development which include learning what our students learn in our state of the art STEAM Makespace/FabLab ; and performance-based compensation with merit and bonus potential . Our Compensation philosophy is designed with checks and balances to ensure pay equity and to fairly recognize and reward employees' contributions. DEI Statement: We believe every member of our team and student body deserves opportunities for growth, success and inclusion. We recognize that for many of our students, staff and communities, their life journeys run through oppressive structures and systems (e.g. classism, racism, sexism) — and that’s what makes our organizational culture and work so necessary and important. We believe that diversity in perspective, backgrounds, ethnicities and lived experience is a strength, and from that strength, we can accomplish great things with the students we serve. Together as students, staff, organizations, communities, volunteers, and partners, we are intentional about creating safe spaces where all members can speak authentically and be themselves. We are committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity. As members of The Possible Zone community, our progression along this ongoing journey raises thoughtful questions, reveals biases, and opens conversations. We celebrate one another and are unified in our commitment to young people, excellence, and innovation. This work is our shared responsibility and our opportunity to welcome all members who share in our mission and strive to provide pathways that further prepare students in achieving their desired success. COVID Vaccination Policy The Possible Zone is requiring that all employees receive a primary series of COVID-19 vaccination as well as a booster dose. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen, and receives a booster dose when eligible. In order to be qualified for employment at The Possible Zone, final candidates must comply with the vaccination requirement or receive an approved exemption. Powered by JazzHR
Company:
The Possible Zone
Posted:
May 9 on The Resumator
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