It is the policy of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, age, limited English proficiency, or disability in its programs or employment policies as required by the Indiana Civil Rights Law (I.C. 22-9-1), Title IV and Title VI (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), and Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973).
Questions concerning compliance with these laws should be directed to the Chief Human Resources Officer, Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation, 951 Walnut Street, Evansville, IN 47713, phone number 435-8508.
The interview committee will give preference to candidates who, through the interview process, past experience, and references have demonstrated the ability to interact with students, staff, and the community.
Position: Lead Achievement Coach
Location: Various
The EVSC seeks exceptional individuals who have demonstrated capacity to serve as part of attendance district leadership teams and provide job-embedded and on-going professional development for teachers, staff, coaches, and administration. These teacher leaders must possess the essential skills and competencies necessary to build the capacity of the district and its teachers to meet the learning needs of all students. The focus of the coach’s work is to collaborate, mentor, and model how to use data, incorporate best practice, and engagement strategies to enhance instructional practice at the classroom level and support school improvement measures across schools. Ideal candidates will be student centered, collaborative, and have the skills necessary to be a catalyst for change as an integral part of a high performing leadership team.
Specific building assignments will be determined based on professional development initiatives and school improvement goals within individual elementary, middle, and high school buildings. Coaching positions are grant funded and may vary from year to year. Individuals with successful experience in adolescent literacy, middle school/high school, and instructional technology are encouraged to apply.
Successful candidates must possess the following traits:
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Student Focused-Experience working effectively with diverse populations to build relationships and increase achievement
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Teacher Leader-Strong instructional practitioner, with a history of results, able to analyze student needs and help others improve their practice through collaborative relationships
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Evidence-based and data-driven-Uses data and other evidence to make decisions about research based practices and high yield instructional strategies
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Instructional Specialist-Deep understanding of the relationships among content area knowledge, pedagogy, professional learning, and school improvement
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People-oriented-Establish positive and productive relationships through flexible collaboration with administrators, teachers, students, and families
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Critical thinker and decision maker-Analyzes information and organizes thinking to solve problems and make decisions that are aligned with strategic goals
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Communications-Effective and articulate verbal and written communication skills
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Technical Ability-Model digital-age work and learning through effective use of current and emerging digital tools.
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21st Century Skills-Infuses instruction with opportunities for collaboration, problem-solving, and information literacy.
Qualifications:
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Indiana teaching certification in the relevant curriculum areas
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Master’s degree preferred
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Five or more years of successful teaching
Internal and External applicants, please apply using our online application found at www.evscschools.com.