Minimum of 3 effective years of experience as a certified teacher; strong knowledge of how children learn to read; proven results when working with struggling readers; Master’s or advanced degree in Education preferred

• Works with the principals and teachers at the assigned school in developing instructional plans that are consistent with the academic improvement efforts.
• Models and/or co-teaches lessons to demonstrate teacher best practices.
• Designs instructional units that meet the goals and objectives defined by the Louisiana Content Standards and local curriculum.
• Assists teachers in selecting and using effective teaching strategies to achieve the goals as stated in the Schoolwide Plan.
• Assists in the selection, production and use of instructional materials.
• Designs, plans, and conducts professional learning sessions at the assigned school.
• Informs teachers of the current research and recommendations of effective instruction for student achievement.
• Observes teachers, provide feedback and identify next steps in content for the purpose of support.
• Supports district implementation of current curriculum and instructional strategies.
• Facilitates collaboration among teams of teachers/learners with a focus on instruction and data.
• Serve as a mentor to educators at his/her assigned school.
• Attends and completes all professional development training assigned.

• Engage in self-reflection and growth opportunities to support high levels of learning for all students.
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with families, colleagues, and the community to promote students’ academic achievement and to accomplish the school’s mission.
• Maintain professional personal appearance and demonstrate respect for colleagues.
• Attend work regularly; report to work on time; and provide advance notice of need for absence.
• Complete work efficiently and accurately (with few/no errors) within deadlines without supervision.
• Perform job responsibilities consistently, use time wisely, plan properly, take care of materials and equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate trustworthiness; exercise good judgment.
• Support, implement, assist with, and/or ensure application of district initiatives and other programs or directives of the Superintendent and Board.
• Keep direct supervisor informed of the progress being made in area(s) of responsibility.
• Attend meetings and/or staff development that address area(s) of responsibility as directed by supervisor.
• Complete and submit all forms, reports, documentation, and trainings by required dates and in accordance with district policies and procedures.
• Communicate appropriately and work effectively with all populations.
• Remain open to suggestions and innovative ideas; receive and apply feedback.
• Demonstrate competence in areas of responsibility.
• Follow the specific requirements established by the School Board (LEA), State Department of Education (SDE), the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (SBESE), and/or Federal regulations and guidelines established by each.
• Perform any duty, not specifically assigned, as deemed necessary by the assigning authority in order to maintain continuity where needed.