Carolina Cap Coach

Richland County School District One

Columbia, SC

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Adult Learning, Best Practices, Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Documentation, Human Resources, Leadership, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, Mentoring, Office Equipment, Onboarding, Pedagogy, People Management, Physical Demands, Progress Reports, Seminars, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Columbia, SC

POSTED

1 day ago

Position Type:
CLASSIFIED/HOURLY

Date Posted:
5/18/2026

Location:
HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
Richland County School District One, South Carolina
Job Description

JOB TITLE: Carolina Cap Coach
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Hourly: $30.00

General Statement of Job
Under limited supervision, the CarolinaCAP Instructional Coach provides direct coaching, support, and professional development for teacher candidates enrolled in the Carolina Collaborative for Alternative Preparation (CarolinaCAP) program. This position works collaboratively with school leadership, mentor teachers, and Human Resources to ensure candidates grow in their instructional practice, meet certification requirements, and positively impact student learning. The coach supports candidate success through observation, feedback, training, and mentoring aligned with state standards and best practices for new teacher development.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum of four (4) years of successful classroom teaching experience.
Bachelor's degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.
Previous experience mentoring or coaching novice teachers preferred.
Understanding of adult learning theory, instructional frameworks, and coaching methodologies.
Knowledge of South Carolina teaching standards and the CarolinaCAP program model is highly desirable.

Specific Duties and Responsibilties
Essential Job Functions:

Provides one-on-one and small group instructional coaching to CarolinaCAP teacher candidates to improve planning, instruction, assessment, and classroom management practices.
Conducts regular observations and provides timely, actionable feedback grounded in district frameworks and state educator effectiveness standards.
Collaborates with principals, mentor teachers, and district leadership to ensure aligned support for candidates.
Supports the development, implementation, and monitoring of individualized growth plans for candidates based on observation data and student learning needs.
Plans and facilitates professional learning experiences that support the competencies of effective teaching and CarolinaCAP program requirements.
Maintains accurate coaching logs, observation notes, candidate progress reports, and other required documentation.
Participates in candidate onboarding, orientation, and induction processes.
Assists in planning and delivering CarolinaCAP seminars, reflection sessions, and competency-based check-ins.
Provides guidance on instructional strategies, culturally relevant pedagogy, and curriculum alignment.
Stays current on trends and research in teacher development, adult learning, and alternative certification.
Ensures CarolinaCAP candidates understand and comply with district, state, and program policies and expectations.
Engages in continuous improvement by analyzing candidate data, reflecting on coaching practice, and collaborating with the CarolinaCAP network.
Supports other duties related to candidate success and teacher preparation as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications or Standards Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Physical Requirements:

Must be able to travel between school sites and attend in-person observations and meetings.
Requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods and lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.
Must be able to operate a computer and standard office equipment.

Carolina Cap Coach

Richland County School District One

Columbia, SC

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Richland County School District One

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