Phalen Leadership Academies
Instructional Coach 25/26 SY
Phalen Leadership Academies, Harper Woods, Michigan, United States, 48225
PLA Instructional Coaches
PLA Instructional Coaches (IC) are passionate and devoted leaders who bring creativity and rigor to our classrooms by providing support to our educators. As an instructional coach, you will be responsible for supporting the improvement of classroom instruction across the campus. The IC will work with our educators to provide individual coaching, will support teachers in utilizing data to drive instruction, and is responsible for identifying and coordinating the needed professional development to support the success of our staff. PLA leaders strongly believe in every scholar's ability to succeed, and they work tirelessly to create a school experience that fosters success. Key deliverables: 100% of Building Leaders are utilizing and implementing the PLA Coaching Cycle 100% of the projected Math and Reading growth goals are met from BOY to EOY 100% of PD is driven by the PLA Coaching Cycle analytics 90% Staff Retention 90% weekly usage rate of K-2 Early Literacy Foundational Skills and 3-5 Close Reading for Meaning Experience and Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university; Master's degree, preferred Valid State Teacher License High proficiency in grade-level standards, benchmarks, and curriculum Effective pedagogical skills driven by standards and data-driven assessment, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving Experience tracking and using data to drive instruction The Network: PLA is a transformative education nonprofit changing communities across the country by providing a depth of resources not found in the traditional education model. In addition to serving as one of the country's best turnaround school operators and successfully launching charter school start-ups, PLA also provides our school communities with a successful, research-based summer learning program (Summer Advantage), a successful Reading and Math Intervention program (Reading and Math Advantage), and a workforce development program (PLA University) that provides expanded opportunities for our high school graduates, along with the family members of our current staff and students. This menu of programs and services is unique to our network, sets us apart from other organizations, and provides expanded opportunities for our staff through career advancement opportunities, and expanded income opportunities. The Campus: Discovery Creative Pathways (DCP) Harper Woods is a tuition-free charter school supporting K-8 scholars in the Harper Woods, MI area. Through a rigorous curriculum and high-quality instruction, our educators foster a love for learning. DCP Harper Woods embraces innovative teaching methods and technologies to enhance the learning experience and prepare students for the challenges of the future. Offering a wide range of extracurricular activities, such as Girls/Boys Basketball, Soccer, Dance, Martial Arts, Drama Club, Cheerleading, Garden Club, and Tutoring, these activities make our school unique by providing opportunities for students to develop their skills, explore new interests, and build social connections. DCP Harper Woods prides itself on its ability to work closely with support staff, educators, and families to create a sense of joy and belonging for all scholars. Compensation and benefits: Competitive Compensation Benefits
Healthcare, vision, and dental insurance Monthly professional development opportunities including participation in our annual Leader Institute Opportunities to collaborate and brainstorm with other School Leaders in the network Incentive and bonus opportunities PLA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
PLA Instructional Coaches (IC) are passionate and devoted leaders who bring creativity and rigor to our classrooms by providing support to our educators. As an instructional coach, you will be responsible for supporting the improvement of classroom instruction across the campus. The IC will work with our educators to provide individual coaching, will support teachers in utilizing data to drive instruction, and is responsible for identifying and coordinating the needed professional development to support the success of our staff. PLA leaders strongly believe in every scholar's ability to succeed, and they work tirelessly to create a school experience that fosters success. Key deliverables: 100% of Building Leaders are utilizing and implementing the PLA Coaching Cycle 100% of the projected Math and Reading growth goals are met from BOY to EOY 100% of PD is driven by the PLA Coaching Cycle analytics 90% Staff Retention 90% weekly usage rate of K-2 Early Literacy Foundational Skills and 3-5 Close Reading for Meaning Experience and Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university; Master's degree, preferred Valid State Teacher License High proficiency in grade-level standards, benchmarks, and curriculum Effective pedagogical skills driven by standards and data-driven assessment, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving Experience tracking and using data to drive instruction The Network: PLA is a transformative education nonprofit changing communities across the country by providing a depth of resources not found in the traditional education model. In addition to serving as one of the country's best turnaround school operators and successfully launching charter school start-ups, PLA also provides our school communities with a successful, research-based summer learning program (Summer Advantage), a successful Reading and Math Intervention program (Reading and Math Advantage), and a workforce development program (PLA University) that provides expanded opportunities for our high school graduates, along with the family members of our current staff and students. This menu of programs and services is unique to our network, sets us apart from other organizations, and provides expanded opportunities for our staff through career advancement opportunities, and expanded income opportunities. The Campus: Discovery Creative Pathways (DCP) Harper Woods is a tuition-free charter school supporting K-8 scholars in the Harper Woods, MI area. Through a rigorous curriculum and high-quality instruction, our educators foster a love for learning. DCP Harper Woods embraces innovative teaching methods and technologies to enhance the learning experience and prepare students for the challenges of the future. Offering a wide range of extracurricular activities, such as Girls/Boys Basketball, Soccer, Dance, Martial Arts, Drama Club, Cheerleading, Garden Club, and Tutoring, these activities make our school unique by providing opportunities for students to develop their skills, explore new interests, and build social connections. DCP Harper Woods prides itself on its ability to work closely with support staff, educators, and families to create a sense of joy and belonging for all scholars. Compensation and benefits: Competitive Compensation Benefits
Healthcare, vision, and dental insurance Monthly professional development opportunities including participation in our annual Leader Institute Opportunities to collaborate and brainstorm with other School Leaders in the network Incentive and bonus opportunities PLA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.