New Teacher Support Coach

University of North Carolina Charlotte

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Dec 17, 2024

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This will be a remote position but you must reside within
100 miles of campus.

The incumbent of this position will be responsible for
traveling to the counties listed below as part of the job responsibilities:

Mecklenburg
Cabarrus
Montgomery
Union
Cleveland
Kannapolis
Lincolnton
Denver
Catawba
Iredell
All counties in southwest region of NC

UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report

Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your resume.

Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.

These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.

If there is a document, you feel is relevant to this position that you would like reviewed with your resume and application you may upload it to the "Other Documents" section of the Applicant Documents.

Position Information

General Information

Position Number	000839
Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Working Title	New Teacher Support Coach
Position Designation	EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type	Time Limited - Full-time
Months per Year	12
Work Schedule	Monday-Friday, 8:00am -5:00pm
Hours per week	40
FLSA Status	Exempt
Division	Academic Affairs
Department	College of Education (Col)
Work Location
Salary Range	$65,000 - $69,000
Primary Purpose of Department	The College of Education is a national leader in educational equity, excellence, and engagement. We are committed to preparing teachers, counselors, and school leaders who will provide all youth with access to the highest quality education possible and to meet the needs of all students, regardless of their backgrounds. Our graduates have shown the ability to be successful in all varieties of school and community environments, even the most challenging. Indeed, many seek out high need contexts where they can make the biggest difference.
Primary Purpose of Position	Manage a cohort of new teachers to establish ambitious and inspiring vision and goals Observe classroom practice and gather data; quickly assess strengths/weaknesses and use observation/data gathering to tailor support to teachers Assist new teachers in gathering and analyzing data (quantitative and qualitative) to reflect on students' performance and their practice Design and facilitate large and small group professional development sessions (face-to-face and online) Provide a variety of solutions to help new teachers improve their practice and therefore student achievement (modeling, co-teaching, providing human/other resources, etc.) Serve as a thought-partner to new teachers on addressing school-based challenges; possibly connecting with mentor/administration Support new teachers in planning, instruction, and assessment through instructional coaching
Summary of Position Responsibilities	Build positive culture within network of teachers in their region Develop knowledge of regional and LEA resources along with the university-school partnerships Implement structures to facilitate networking among new teachers Collaborate with LEA personnel Connect with other coaches; participate in professional development for coaches to improve practice Provide three core services to new teachers: Institute, professional development, and instructional coaching Coach using a coaching framework and provide specific feedback for growth
Minimum Education/Experience	Master's degree Current NC teaching license Minimum of five years of teaching experience leading diverse groups of students to achieve ambitious outcomes A strong record of measurable results as a classroom teacher in a low-performing school A strong record of leading adult professional development (e.g. as a workshop facilitator, mentor teacher, etc.) Willing to travel weekly and to work some weekends and evenings
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience	Instructional Coaching/Facilitator experience Collaborate in a professional environment Collect and analyze data as well as implement related strategies Model research-based best practices A passion for teaching and for education, and a belief that this program, the new teachers, and students will be highly successful Identify practical, research-based resources (electronic, paper-based, human) to assist teachers in meeting their goals Have crucial conversations with teachers about maintaining high expectations for students Question in a way that promotes reflective practice Understand and work with diverse populations Strong oral and written communication, organization, time management, and advanced technology skills Knowledge of NCSCOS, Common Core and Essential Standards Knowledge of new North Carolina Induction Program and Mentor Standards Knowledge of pedagogy and adult learning theory Evidence of strong technology use Effective communication skills to interact with a variety of stakeholders Approachable, personable and empathetic Influencing and motivating to others A good listener A reflective practitioner Outcomes-oriented
Necessary Certifications/Licenses	Master's degree and current NC teaching license Valid Driver's License
Preferred Certifications/Licenses
Special Notes to Applicants	This will be a remote position but you must reside within 100 miles of campus. The incumbent of this position will be responsible for traveling to the counties listed below as part of the job responsibilities: Mecklenburg Cabarrus Montgomery Union Cleveland Kannapolis Lincolnton Denver Catawba Iredell All counties in southwest region of NC UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/ The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your resume. Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions. The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the *finalist*. These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience. If there is a document, you feel is relevant to this position that you would like reviewed with your resume and application you may upload it to the "Other Documents" section of the Applicant Documents.
Posting Open Date	12/17/2024
Posting Close Date	01/06/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Proposed Hire Date	01/27/2025
If time-limited please indicate appointment end date	06/30/2025
Contact Information	For Additional questions please contact Elisabeth Wilson. elisabeth.wilson@charlotte.ed u

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- UNC Charlotte Website
- HERC Job Board
- Inside Higher Education
- Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
- Another Website
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Other
Where did you learn about this posting?

(Open Ended Question)
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The employee in this position will be responsible for
travelling to Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Montgomery, Union, Cleveland, Kannapolis,
Lincolnton, Denver, Catawba, Iredell or contiguous counties. Are you able to do
so?
- Yes
- No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

Other Document