Instructional Coach Pool – (Open to Internal and External Candidates) - Harford County Public Schools

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND

RESPONSIBILITIES MAY

INCLUDE

These items are intended only as examples of the various types of job duties to be performed; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.  The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.

    Creates, implements, and evaluates learning opportunities for non-tenured, reassigned, or other identified teachers under the direction of the Coordinator of Teacher Induction.

    Collaborates with Central Office Supervisors, Instructional Leadership Teams, and other identified teacher leaders to ensure an aligned support system for each non-tenured, reassigned, or other identified teachers.

    Provides on-going job-embedded professional development to non-tenured, reassigned, or other identified teachers through demonstration lessons, peer coaching, visitations, conferences, co-planning, and other similar activities.

    Responds to specific teacher needs suggested by both formative and summative data.

    Creates both short and long-range plans to build each individual teacher’s capacity to independently reflect and improve student outcomes.

    Fosters a culture among teachers of personal initiative, self-accountability, and collective leadership.

    Acquires information and skills to support the initiatives of Harford County Public Schools.

    Provides a risk-free learning environment for individual teachers by building strong professional relationships and remaining non-evaluative.  

    Grows personal knowledge and skills related to teaching and learning

    Seeks a deep understanding of the context within which each individual teacher works.

    Applies best practices and tools of adult learning theory and instructional coaching in order to maximize teacher growth. 

    Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

SALARY

    This is a ten-month position. Salary range based on the FY 2024-2025 HCEA Salary Schedule for Certificated Teacher Personnel. Starting Salary: $56,658– Maximum Earnings Potential $109,517.

    Certificated Teacher personnel are eligible to receive a stipend starting at $2,328 – maximum earnings potential $2,963 based on years of service in qualifying stipend position.

    Full salary schedules can be found at the bottom of the Current Vacancies webpage https://www.hcps.org/departments/humanresources/vacancies.aspx

    HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including individual and family medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more.

    For a complete list of benefits, please visit the Employment Benefits section of the Human Resources webpage: https://www.hcps.org/departments/HumanResources/Default.aspx

    For more information on holidays and paid time off, please refer to the Holidays and Leave Provisions sections of the HCEA Negotiated Agreement: https://www.hcps.org/boe/collectivebargaining.aspx

    FLSA: Exempt

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

    Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

    Must hold or be eligible for a Maryland Advanced Certificate or Maryland Professional License.

    Five years of recent successful teaching experience.

    Demonstrated leadership, management, and organizational skills.

    Demonstrated knowledge or training in adult learning theory and/or peer coaching techniques.

    Demonstrated knowledge and skills in addressing performance criteria to be met by each new teacher.

    Knowledge of research-based teaching strategies.

    Experience at more than one grade level and more than one school preferred.

    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    Demonstrated skills in collaboration. 

    Knowledge of current HCPS initiatives including, but not limited to, instructional technology, student mental health, content, and curriculum.

HOW TO APPLY

Employment applications are accepted online only. To access the application, visit the Employment Opportunities section of the HCPS website at www.hcps.org.  If you have questions or require assistance to complete the online employment application, contact the Human Resources Office at 410-588-5238.

DEADLINE

Online applications will be accepted for this vacancy until the position is successfully filled.  Candidates who apply by Thursday, October 17, 2024, will receive immediate consideration.   Candidates who have previously applied will still be considered for the position and are not required to reapply.

The Board of Education of Harford County is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants. We adhere to the principles of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Board of Education of Harford County prohibits discrimination based on sex, race, color, national origin, religion, or any other protected characteristic in any program or activity it operates. The Board of Education of Harford County encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Inquiries or concerns about your rights related to Title IX can be directed to our Title IX Coordinator, Dr. Eric Davis, at 102 South Hickory Ave, Bel Air, MD 21014, 410-588-5202, orTitleIX@hcps.org. Inquiries related to your rights under Title VI or Title VII can be directed to our Coordinator of Investigations, Ms. Renee McGlothlin, at 410-809-6087 orRenee.McGlothlin@hcps.org. Harford County Public Schools’ non-discrimination policy can be accessed here:NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY: (hcps.org)and found on the HCPS website under Board of Education Policies and Procedures. Harford County Public Schools’ non-discrimination statement can be accessed here:NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: (hcps.org)and found on HCPS’ homepage.   

AFFIRMING EQUAL EMPLOYMENT IN PRINCIPLE AND PRACTICE