Lexington School District Two
STEM Coach - 190 Days
Lexington School District Two, Cayce, South Carolina, United States, 29033
Position Title
STEM Coach (190 days)
Location Lexington School District Two, South Carolina
Summary / Function The STEM Coach will support and provide initial and ongoing professional development to teachers based on an analysis of student assessment and the provision of differentiated instruction, innovative practices, and infusion of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics across the curriculum.
The STEM Coach will also model effective instructional strategies for teachers, facilitate study groups, coach and mentor colleagues, and work with teachers to ensure that research‑based reading programs are implemented with fidelity.
The STEM Coach will attend regular meetings with district‑level coordinators to ensure consistent programming throughout the district and may at times be responsible for providing district‑level professional development.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in education required.
Minimum of five years teaching experience and South Carolina Teacher Certification or equivalent.
Hold a master’s degree or higher in education.
Current SC State Teaching License in early childhood, elementary education, and/or literacy.
Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience.
Proficiency with curriculum software, programs, and resources related.
Demonstrate knowledge and use of State standards across all disciplines.
Deep knowledge of reading, writing, literacy development, science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Experience working with adult learners to design, implement, and support teaching and learning.
Experience in content, instructional strategies, conditions of learning, and assessment‑driven instruction.
Effective communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills for building an environment with a common instructional focus.
Ability to design and deliver quality professional development for administrators and teachers.
Ability to model lessons demonstrating best practice instruction.
Outstanding presentation and facilitation skills.
Strong organization skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Experience in analyzing data to plan for instruction.
Demonstrate interest and engagement in professional learning and reflection.
Roles And Responsibilities
Demonstrate willingness to assume leadership positions.
Knowledge of research‑based instructional strategies that engage all students.
Provide organized, individual and/or group learning opportunities for teachers as needed.
Use a variety of assessment tools.
Thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.
Support in analyzing student assessment data.
Coach and mentor colleagues.
Assist teachers with designing instructional decisions based on assessment data.
Assist teachers with specific classroom activities when requested.
Model effective instructional strategies by working weekly with students in whole, small groups, or individually.
Provide support for classroom motivation and management strategies.
Monitor intervention programs by observing and meeting with teachers.
Assist in researching instructional and/or curriculum issues.
Encourage ongoing professional growth for all teachers.
Manage time and schedule flexibility that maximizes teacher schedules and learning.
Work with all teachers (content and elective areas) at the school served, to prioritize activities that have the greatest impact on student achievement.
Assist with development of district curriculum, instruction, and assessments.
Develop and maintain a confidential, collegial relationship with teachers.
Attend workshops and conferences to learn about new innovative instructional strategies.
Identify needs and make recommendations for appropriate instructional materials and assessments aligned to the South Carolina College and Career Standards.
Meet regularly with PLC teams and the principal to report on instructional practices and progress, and plan next steps for student and school improvement.
Collaborate with teachers to identify instructional needs, set learning goals, and problem‑solve to develop best practices for continuous academic growth across the school.
Work with the principal to create the school’s professional development plan, structure related coaching, and identify benchmarks for teacher and student performance.
Provide specific integration and differentiation strategies that enable teachers to meet the needs of all learners.
Network with other coaches and participate fully in ongoing professional development to extend literacy and instructional competencies in all content areas.
Facilitate study groups.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Special Knowledge / Skills
Evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness.
Knowledge of national, state, and local educational goals and objectives.
Knowledge of learning theory and curriculum development.
Excellent communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent judgment and decision‑making.
Facilitate various size groups using facilitative leadership skills.
Gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Meet deadlines under pressure.
Analyze data to make improvement recommendations.
Language Skills
Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills
Work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, Plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry.
Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables where limited standardization exists.
Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Other Skills and Abilities
Apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs; plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication.
Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
Physical Demands The employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit.
The employee may be required to lift up to and exceeding 25 lbs.
In some instances, lifting up to 50 lbs. such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts may be required.
The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The work environment is moderate to loud and duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.
Salary Range $48,500.00 - $63,500.00 per year.
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Location Lexington School District Two, South Carolina
Summary / Function The STEM Coach will support and provide initial and ongoing professional development to teachers based on an analysis of student assessment and the provision of differentiated instruction, innovative practices, and infusion of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics across the curriculum.
The STEM Coach will also model effective instructional strategies for teachers, facilitate study groups, coach and mentor colleagues, and work with teachers to ensure that research‑based reading programs are implemented with fidelity.
The STEM Coach will attend regular meetings with district‑level coordinators to ensure consistent programming throughout the district and may at times be responsible for providing district‑level professional development.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in education required.
Minimum of five years teaching experience and South Carolina Teacher Certification or equivalent.
Hold a master’s degree or higher in education.
Current SC State Teaching License in early childhood, elementary education, and/or literacy.
Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience.
Proficiency with curriculum software, programs, and resources related.
Demonstrate knowledge and use of State standards across all disciplines.
Deep knowledge of reading, writing, literacy development, science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Experience working with adult learners to design, implement, and support teaching and learning.
Experience in content, instructional strategies, conditions of learning, and assessment‑driven instruction.
Effective communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills for building an environment with a common instructional focus.
Ability to design and deliver quality professional development for administrators and teachers.
Ability to model lessons demonstrating best practice instruction.
Outstanding presentation and facilitation skills.
Strong organization skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Experience in analyzing data to plan for instruction.
Demonstrate interest and engagement in professional learning and reflection.
Roles And Responsibilities
Demonstrate willingness to assume leadership positions.
Knowledge of research‑based instructional strategies that engage all students.
Provide organized, individual and/or group learning opportunities for teachers as needed.
Use a variety of assessment tools.
Thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.
Support in analyzing student assessment data.
Coach and mentor colleagues.
Assist teachers with designing instructional decisions based on assessment data.
Assist teachers with specific classroom activities when requested.
Model effective instructional strategies by working weekly with students in whole, small groups, or individually.
Provide support for classroom motivation and management strategies.
Monitor intervention programs by observing and meeting with teachers.
Assist in researching instructional and/or curriculum issues.
Encourage ongoing professional growth for all teachers.
Manage time and schedule flexibility that maximizes teacher schedules and learning.
Work with all teachers (content and elective areas) at the school served, to prioritize activities that have the greatest impact on student achievement.
Assist with development of district curriculum, instruction, and assessments.
Develop and maintain a confidential, collegial relationship with teachers.
Attend workshops and conferences to learn about new innovative instructional strategies.
Identify needs and make recommendations for appropriate instructional materials and assessments aligned to the South Carolina College and Career Standards.
Meet regularly with PLC teams and the principal to report on instructional practices and progress, and plan next steps for student and school improvement.
Collaborate with teachers to identify instructional needs, set learning goals, and problem‑solve to develop best practices for continuous academic growth across the school.
Work with the principal to create the school’s professional development plan, structure related coaching, and identify benchmarks for teacher and student performance.
Provide specific integration and differentiation strategies that enable teachers to meet the needs of all learners.
Network with other coaches and participate fully in ongoing professional development to extend literacy and instructional competencies in all content areas.
Facilitate study groups.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Special Knowledge / Skills
Evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness.
Knowledge of national, state, and local educational goals and objectives.
Knowledge of learning theory and curriculum development.
Excellent communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent judgment and decision‑making.
Facilitate various size groups using facilitative leadership skills.
Gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Meet deadlines under pressure.
Analyze data to make improvement recommendations.
Language Skills
Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills
Work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, Plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry.
Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables where limited standardization exists.
Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Other Skills and Abilities
Apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs; plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication.
Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
Physical Demands The employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit.
The employee may be required to lift up to and exceeding 25 lbs.
In some instances, lifting up to 50 lbs. such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts may be required.
The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The work environment is moderate to loud and duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.
Salary Range $48,500.00 - $63,500.00 per year.
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