In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description. At NWRESD, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We know that sometimes that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below.
Position: Instructional Coach - Special Student Services
Department: Special Student Services
Location: Washington Service Center
Reports To: Administrator/Coordinator
Compensation: Per negotiated agreement, Licensed Salary Schedule
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.0/ 210 days per year
NW REGIONAL ESD’S MISSION STATEMENT: In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Instructional Coach is focused on improving student achievement through building the
capacity of educators working with diverse groups of learners. The Instructional Coach assists
educators by providing support around essential components of individualized education plans.
Supports include paperwork documentation and compliance, evidence based instructional
strategies, analysis of student data, and alignment of curriculum and methodologies with
program identified improvement standards.

Instructional Coaches provide professional development through presentations and workshops,
in class observations and coaching, strategy modeling, reflection on practices, guidance on
assessing student work and development of individualized educational plans. Instructional
coaches collaborate with program administrators in assessing program needs and developing
improvement plans. Coaches utilize a culturally responsive lens within their daily practice. Work
is completed in a variety of settings, including but not limited to homes, community programs,
and classrooms.

The District will provide support to instructional coaches through professional development
training related to this assignment. Instructional coaches support the work of educators through
analyzing implementation and student data, but do not perform supervisory evaluation of
program staff.

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

1. Minimum Bachelor degree in Special Education or a related field with a minimum of five
years’ experience in this area
2. Current Oregon Teaching License
3. Knowledge of research-based curriculum and instructional strategies for students eligible
for special education services
4. Demonstrated skills in analyzing and using data and research for instructional
decision-making

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
1. Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal relationships, problem solving skills, and
collaboration with parents, administrators, classroom teams and community partners
2. Ability to manage timelines and meet time-related goals
3. Knowledge of equity issues in current education reform
4. Ability to work effectively with adult learners

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Include the following. Performs some or all of the following tasks.
Other duties may be assigned.

A. Conduct observations and/or walk-throughs and provide feedback that facilitates teacher
reflection and growth.
B. Use a variety of coaching techniques that target improving student outcomes:
teaching/practice-based coaching, real-time coaching feedback, and relationship-based
consultation.
C. Work collaboratively with program leadership to ensure rigorous, relevant curriculum and
instructional practices that assist all learners in meeting individualized goals.
D. Model instructional practices through classroom demonstrations or side-by-side
coaching.
E. Demonstrate appropriate use of instructional technology and other educational tools to
enhance and extend instruction.
F. Provide training to staff on specific curriculum, methodologies, consultation approaches
and parent education programs.
G. Develop classroom action plans, data collection and systems for analyzing data.
H. Provide training and coaching on universal/Tier 1 strategies.
I. Support educators in assessing and developing more intensive interventions when
needed.
J. Assist educators in developing high quality lesson plans aligned to curriculum and
individualized goals, including facilitating the creation and use of materials and
developmentally appropriate activities.
K. Assess current implementation at all levels (student, classroom, building, program wide)
to identify trends and develop short- and long-term improvement plans.
L. Assist teams in creating a culture that uses student data to improve and modify
instructional practices.
M. Build teacher capacity to effectively use data to inform instruction.
N. Use data to monitor student outcomes and fidelity of implementation of curriculum and
instructional strategies.
O. Identify professional learning needs and set up training opportunities for a variety of
target audiences (program, buildings, community partners, parents, classroom teams).
P. Develop presentations, materials, and opportunities for hands-on training for
instructional assistants working towards teaching licensure.
Q. Build teacher capacity to ensure that all students have equitable access to rigorous
learning opportunities that consider individual student needs.





FISCAL CONTROL CODE: 3373
JOB POST ID: 2795