External RtI Coach Job Description

WAUKEGAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT #60

LINCOLN ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER

DIVISION OF INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES AND PROGRAMS

RTI EXTERNAL COACH

JOB DESCRIPTION

Secondary Response to Intervention (RtI) External Coach

The Response to Intervention (RtI) External Coach is directly responsible to the Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Grades 6-12. They will establish and amend district initiatives, as well as, provide support and assist schools in the implementation of the multi-tiered service delivery model (RtI). The coach will also provide support to classroom teachers, school staff and administrators, mainly focusing on: implementation of effective instructional strategies, consistency and fidelity of instruction, modeling of explicit instructional practices, collaboration, coaching and improvement of overall student achievement.

Location: Grade 6-12 Schools

Responsibilities:

(1) Serve as building-level resource to administrators and staff in areas related to: Response to Intervention, problem solving practices and effective instructional practices;

(2) Provide training and support in the implementation of behavioral programs, including: Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) systems, CHAMPS and START on Time;

(3) Identify staff development needs;

(4) Provide training and support in the use of data for instructional/intervention planning, including the use of: classroom assessments, Office Discipline Referrals (ODR), Check in Check Out (CICO), Curriculum Based Measures (CBM), and Northwest Evaluation Association Measures of Academic Progress (NWEA-MAP);

(5) Train and provide technical support with data management, including progress monitoring, and the use of AIMSweb and SWIS;

(6) Provide teachers individualized, classroom-based support that includes modeling of best teaching practices and coaching on matters relating to instructional strategies, instructional delivery methodologies, differentiation and data driven instruction;

(7) Assist in planning instructional units, curriculum, and developing common formative assessments;

(8) Work with the administration to focus on goals for content areas, assessment procedures, teacher training, data collection, and required reports;

(9) Support school staff with building competency in providing appropriate interventions as part of the RtI process;

(10) Interpret data and assist with the placement of students to provide appropriate intervention and support services;

(11) Participate and facilitate in applicable building-level and district-wide training activities;

(12) Serve on appropriate building-level teams to assist in the future development of the school

(13) Maintain personal professional development on effective instructional strategies and RtI practices including; PBIS, problem-solving and the coaching process;

(14) Assist in the evolution of district-wide implementation of the RtI model and differentiated instruction, ensuring the inclusion of special education, related services, second language learners, and PBIS;

(15) Collaborate and network frequently with other district resources;

(16) Other duties as assigned by the Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Grades 6-12.

Personal Attributes:

(1) Awareness of academic standards, content, curriculum development, and implementation;

(2) Familiarity with effective and varied teaching strategies, evidence-based practices, current research, and trends in education;

(3) Experience using and/or leading others in developing and using formative assessments in the improvement process;

(4) Adept with instructional and behavioral coaching practices;

(5) Skilled in presentation and facilitation to large groups, small groups and individuals;

(6) Understanding of research-based interventions and support services within an RtI model;

(7) Ability to effectively work with people and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, problem solving, conflict management, collaboration, and organization;

(8) Proficient in the use of technology;

(9) Experience of various methods of data collection and subsequent analysis and interpretation of data to drive appropriate instructional interventions;

(10) Knowledge of PBIS and Safe and Civil Schools programs.

Qualifications:

(1) Elementary or Secondary Certification, LBS1 or Type 73 Certification; Master’s Degree in Education preferred;

(2) Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in RtI, quality instructional practices, problem solving, change process and coaching strategies;

(3) Knowledge base of Illinois’ School Improvement Initiatives, especially the Common Core and College Career Readiness Standards;

(4) Demonstrated expertise in PBIS implementation across three tiers

(5) Demonstrated mastery of data analysis including the ability to train and coach the use of AIMSweb, SWIS, and NWEA MAP;

(6) Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with administrators, staff and coaching staff

(7) Previous experience with 6-12 grade students

(8) Minimum of 3 years successful teaching or other school related experience.

Salary: Per teacher contract

Additional Information: Extended workday (8 hours) for which RtI Coaches receive $6,000 stipend.

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