Teaching is a powerful act of leadership. At Teach For America, we have a deep belief that, even in the first few years in front of students, teachers have the ability to transform the lives and education of students. We also believe that prioritizing the development of first and second year teachers is critical to our commitment to students and school partners, and that building a strong community among these groups of teachers in buildings will contribute to culture and retention in ways that have a positive impact on students in both the short and long term. This belief, coupled with partner need, has led to an expansion of this year’s single-school Beginning Teacher Assistance Program pilot. In year two, we will expand to a portfolio of 6 schools, impacting over 200 new teachers. The Manager, Beginning Teacher Assistance Program, will work in partnership with school administration at approximately three sites to develop a scope and sequence for group development across the year for new teachers, teachers new to the school site, and their in-school mentors.
BTAP Participant and Mentor Development (40%)
- Observing teachers’ instruction in-person at school sites
- Effectively coaching teachers using a variety of methods aligned with Missouri Department of Education requirements for 1st and 2nd year teachers
- Supporting mentors at participating schools to be effective partners in teacher success
- Establishing rapport quickly with participants and partners in order to build deep and trusting relationships that allow coaching to go deeper faster
- Work in collaboration with the Director, Teacher Talent to form open and collaborative relationships with schools/centers, ensuring alignment of support between BTAP and the partner’s vision and strategy
Small Group Development (40%)
- Design and execute group sessions according to scope and sequence in alignment with DESE requirements, as well as utilizing the Theory of Leadership as supplemental support for beginning teachers and mentors
- Routinely collect, analyze, and share data regarding the effectiveness of the program
- Share quarterly updates on participant satisfaction and student impact with the Director, Education Partnerships and the Chief Program Officer to help inform the direction of the pilot in coming years
Team Collaboration (10%)
- Work in close collaboration with the BTAP team to ensure alignment across first and second year teacher development
- Meet as a team on a bi-weekly basis to align on session plans and coaching best practices
Regional Responsibilities (10%)
- Participate fully in KC Regional Team meetings, events and duties
- Participate in regional and national efforts for the recruitment, selection, and matriculation of new corps members
- 3-5 years teaching/instructional coaching experience preferred
- Strong track record of student achievement required
- Track record of leading adults highly preferred
- Operate with a high level of autonomy
- Manage time to meet outcomes
- Evidence of ability to build relationships across lines of difference
- Communicate clearly and compellingly using a variety of communication methods
Work Demands
- Observe corps member instruction, requiring travel to school sites during business hours and after school hours
- Build relationships through multiple touchpoints to understand corps members' and school administration’s diverse styles, strengths, and needs, including meetings and communication during evenings
- Plan and set up professional development sessions, including transporting and setting up materials (up to 30 pounds)
- Some weekend and evening work required