Instructional Facilitator - 11 Month - Memphis Shelby County Schools

Purpose and Scope:

Performs as an instructional facilitator in selected schools to increase effectiveness of on-site instructional programs, to improve utilization of instructional materials, to promote development, implementation and coordination of the school's instructional goals.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Builds capacity of teachers and teacher assistants to support academic achievement

2. Plans, organizes and conducts parental involvement activities to ensure increased student achievement

3. Works as part of the leadership team with the building principal

4. Identifies, plans, organizes and conducts professional development relevant to school needs

5. Researches, identifies, and models best practices

6. Facilitates the development of a quality and effective learning environment

7. Manages district and site-based instructional programs/initiatives

8. Assists teachers in planning, implementing and monitoring intervention strategies that support identified low performing students

9. Coordinates effective curriculum implementation, classroom instruction, and classroom management

10. Completes informal teacher observations and TEM evaluations as directed by the Principal

11. Performs other related duties to support the academic achievement of students

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree. Master's Degree preferred in Curriculum and Instruction and/or Administrative & Supervision (Educational Leadership) and requires five (5) years of demonstrated successful teaching experience; requires valid Tennessee Teacher's Certificate and meet the definition of "highly qualified"; Grade related Endorsements required

Additional Job Details:This position works with private/nonpublic school students with disabilities, parents, and school staff. Knowledge of IDEA and a license in Administration & Supervision is required.