Literacy coach strengthening P-12 teaching through classroom and virtual coaching. Supporting evidence-informed instruction, assessment, professional learning, and student achievement across Shelburne County schools.
Responsibilities
Enhance instructional effectiveness and positively impact student learning, achievement, and well-being across the P-12 system
Provide student-focused, collaborative support to teachers through classroom and virtual coaching
Engage teachers in reflective dialogue and model high-leverage instructional practices
Use student evidence and provincial, regional, and school-based data to inform instructional decisions and coaching priorities
Build trust and collegial relationships with teachers
Facilitate reflective conversations and co-create instructional goals
Enhance professional learning communities and support Student Success Plans
Conduct classroom-embedded co-planning, co-assessing, co-teaching, and instructional modeling
Support responsive Tier 1 instruction addressing the needs of all learners
Mentor teachers through virtual platforms and collaborate online to refine instructional strategies
Use Resource Hub analytics to monitor engagement and inform coaching supports
Design and facilitate professional development aligned with provincial and regional priorities
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, school-based teams, regional teams, and EECD partners
Design and adapt coaching approaches and contribute to the continuous improvement of the asynchronous Resource Hub
Leverage emerging digital tools and resources
Organize coaching activities, maintain records, and perform other related duties, including substitute teaching as required
Requirements
Master of Education Degree in Curriculum, Assessment, or related field
Must hold a valid Nova Scotia Teaching Certificate
Deep understanding of curricular expectations
Training in Early Literacy Support/Structured Literacy approaches considered an asset
Small-group reading/writing instruction using best evidence-based approaches
Demonstrated proficiency in recognized instructional frameworks, such as the Gradual Release of Responsibility
5–7 years demonstrated record of effective classroom practice
Ability to provide student-focused, collaborative support through classroom and virtual coaching
Three references from immediate supervisors required
Newly hired employees must provide satisfactory Child Abuse Register Check and Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Checks
Benefits
Equal opportunity employer
Accommodations during interview and hiring processes available
Professional development opportunities through coaching and learning initiatives
Security checks less than 3 months old may be attached to the profile/resume
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