Overview
Teacher Development Coach Jobs in Waukegan, IL at Academy for Urban School Leadership (AUSL)
Title: Teacher Development Coach
Company: Academy for Urban School Leadership (AUSL)
Location: Waukegan, IL
Company Description
The Academy for Urban School Leadership (AUSL) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to improving education by recruiting, training, and supporting new teachers through its highly regarded Teacher Residency program. AUSL collaborates with school districts across the nation, leveraging over 20 years of expertise in educational leadership and innovative strategies. With a focus on fostering whole-child success, AUSL is committed to equitable outcomes for students. The organization is a leader in providing transformative professional learning experiences for both educators and schools.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role based in Waukegan, IL, for a Teacher Development Coach. The Teacher Development Coach will work closely with teachers to support their professional growth and instructional effectiveness. Key responsibilities include conducting classroom observations, providing constructive feedback, designing and delivering professional development sessions, and leveraging data to guide instructional practices. Additionally, the role requires regularly collaborating with school leaders to align coaching efforts with school goals and improving student outcomes. Approximately 80% of the role will be in the field working with teacher residents and mentors.
Qualifications
- Strong instructional coaching skills, including classroom observation, constructive feedback, and mentorship abilities.
- Proficiency in developing and delivering professional development, and using data to inform teaching and learning strategies.
- Expertise in differentiated instruction, classroom management, and student engagement techniques.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills to collaborate with educators and leadership teams effectively.
- Deep understanding of educational equity and a commitment to fostering whole-child success.
- Master’s degree in Education or related field preferred, with a valid teaching certification and at least 3 years of teaching experience.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities to balance multiple tasks effectively.
- Experience in working with diverse student populations and high-need schools is a plus.
Benefits
- Annual Salary Range $74,000 – $80,000
- Paid Time Off (15 days annually)
- Paid Sick Time (10 days annually)
- Paid Holidays
- Medical Insurance – Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- 403(b) Retirement Savings – Annual Matching
- Health Savings Account
- Flex Spending Account – Medical
- Flex Spending Account – Dependent Care
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental Leave
- Accidental Insurance
- Perks at Work Discounts
- Annual Professional Growth Plans
