Instructional Coach (North High School) bei Des Moines Public School District

DMPS is looking for an Instructional Coach to support teachers at North High School.

The start date for this position will be based on the availability of the selected applicant. Current DMPS teachers will not be released to begin in this position until their current position has been filled with a suitable replacement. Because of this, it is likely this role will not begin until January 2026... possibly later.

This position includes a TLC Coaching Stipend of $4,050

TITLE: Instructional Coach

POSITION TYPE: TCHR

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Required:

1. Valid Iowa Teaching license.
2. At least three years of teaching experience with at least one year of experience with the Des Moines Public Schools.
3. Demonstrated record of exceptional teaching skills as reflected in the learning levels of students.

Desired:

1. Master’s degree, preferably in effective teaching or adult learning/facilitation.
2. Experience and knowledge of designing, presenting, and facilitating adult learning experiences.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of current trends in professional development and education best practices.
2. Exceptional communication skills.
3. Effective interpersonal and collaborative skills.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Instructional Coaches support job-embedded professional development through collaborative and individual learning cycles to empower educators to reach student goals through the enactment of research-based best practices in teaching and leading. To improve student learning and to ensure equitable outcomes for students, Instructional Coaches use student-centered coaching techniques to engage in co-planning, micro-modeling, coteaching lessons, observing, providing feedback, and setting goals. Instructional Coaches support implementation of district initiatives directed at strengthening core instruction through the common language of effective teaching and learning practices. Instructional Coaches meet regularly with teachers to engage in transformational coaching conversations to promote reflection about student work, instructional practices, and future instruction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Facilitate teachers’ understanding and implementation of the Iowa Core Standards by engaging teachers in collaborative and individual learning cycles.
2. Collaborate with teachers to develop growth plans which include goals and measures of success.
3. Utilize coaching tools to support teacher growth and development.
4. Support teachers in the analysis of instructional practice through ongoing classroom observations, data analysis, student work, coaching, and feedback.
5. Support teachers through the collection of evidence regarding instructional practice to provide clear feedback to teachers based on analysis of practice.
6. Develop teachers’ capacity to collect and analyze multiple sources of data to improve instruction and student learning.
7. Assist the principal in developing and facilitating professional development for the school.
8. Foster collaboration and teacher leadership development.
9. Attend all District professional development on a regular and consistent basis.
10. Communicates regularly with the principal. 

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):

1. Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
2. Maintain confidentiality.
3. Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
4. Assist with other duties as may be assigned.

DEPARTMENT: Teaching and Learning 

REPORTS TO: Building Administrator

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Building Administrator, TLC Coordinator

EVALUATES: N/A

BARGAINING GROUP: DMEA

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

FT/PT: Full Time

DAYS:   195 OR 199           HOURS: 7.75

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Standing, walking, sitting, bending/stooping, reaching/pushing/pulling

WORKING CONDITIONS: Mostly indoors with some outdoor responsibilities during recess and arrival/dismissal

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Approved By: Emily Behrens

Date: 03/27/2025

Employee Benefits Information

All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check.  Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.