The Instructional Leadership Specialist collaborates with district and school leaders to facilitate and execute the district&rsquos Strategic Plan with fidelity and integrity. An Instructional Leadership Specialist is expected to spend 50 of their work schedule in classrooms actively engaged in modeling coaching co-teaching andor demonstrating standards-based best practices 30 of their work schedule reviewing data leading team meetings presenting professional development facilitating professional learning communities and 20 of their work schedule instructing students.The Instructional Leadership Specialist has a primary role to lead and coach adults by1. Planning implementing and supporting rigorous standards-based instruction for all students.&bull Designs model classrooms for demonstration purposes.&bull Supports and facilitates the planning and implementation of rigorous standards-based lessons in response to student data.&bull Supports educators with the implementation of technology tools and resources that enhance student-centered standards-based instruction.&bull Demonstrates an ability to access analyze and act on school classroom and individual student data in support of quality tiered standards-based instruction.&bull Facilitates professional learning communities.2. Collaboratively designing and executing targeted school-based professional development that is in alignment with the district&rsquos Strategic Plan.&bull Attends and actively participates in all school-based Instructional Leadership Team meetings.&bull Attends and actively participates in all applicable district-based professional development to ensure connections are made between district initiatives and the instructional goals of the school&rsquos improvement plan.&bull Actively engages the school community to understand how everyone contributes to the execution of the district&rsquos Strategic Plan to collectively raise student achievement.3. Creating a school culture of reflective practice high expectations and continuous learning.&bull Develops partnerships with district and building administration families and community to support the improvement efforts of the school.&bull Consistently models high expectations for the quality of instruction and ensures accessibility for all students.&bull Develops and nurtures a culture in which staff members are reflective about their practice and use student data current research best-practices and theory to continuously adapt.&bull Coaches and manages teams to create monitor and achieve district and school-based goals.&bull Delivers constructive feedback to educators that acknowledges effective practice and provides next steps that will impact teaching and learning.QUALIFICATIONS1. Has completed a minimum of 5 years of experience working directly with students with most of the teaching experience in the content area to which the candidate is applying.2. Has a 95 attendance rate in a historical context from the academic year 2024-2025 and the academic year 2026-2026.3. Possesses a masters degree from an accredited college or university or will possess a masters degree within 1 year 9-12 credits of completion in an approved program is the minimum for a 1-year provisional appointment contingent on completion of the degree within a year.4. Possesses a professional teaching license from the MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The license should reflect the content and grade-level of the position that the candidate is seeking to obtain in either English Language Arts Mathematics or Science.5. Overall exemplary evaluation rating from a direct supervisor is preferred. A minimum of an overall proficient rating is required. These evaluations must come from the last two current years of employment.6. Demonstrate growth in student achievement based on assessments over the past one to twoyears.Application ProcessPhase One- Initial ApplicationThe initial application must includeLetter of Interest that describes the followingexpertise in impacting teacher practiceanalysis and use of student dataleadership skillsimplementation of student learning goals andthe instructional planning process in your school.A copy of your valid professional teaching license.Resume with complete history of professional work experience.Name and contact information of three 3 professional references.After the initial review selected candidates will be notified if they are approved to proceed to the next phase of the application process.Phase Two- Site-Based ObservationMembers of the Academic Department will come on-site to observe the candidate either leading the learning of adults or instructing students. This observation is non-evaluative.After the site-based observation selected candidates will be notified if they are approved to proceed to the next phase of the application process.Phase Three- Interview Inclusive of Performance-Based TasksPart 1 Data AnalysisPart 1 Data AnalysisCandidates will receive a data set prior to the interview. Completion of this task willrequire the candidate to analyze the data and communicate their findings to theInterview Committee.The candidate will provide data to demonstrate growth in student data over the pastone to two years. The candidate will communicate their data action steps andinstructional moves to the interview committee.Part 3 InterviewDuring the interview the candidate will present the data analysis and explanation ofstudent growth and answer questions that allow the candidate to articulate theirexpertise related to the duties detailed in this posting.Phase Four- Principal InterviewCandidates who have successfully completed the previous phases of the interview process will be designated as Highly Qualified Instructional Leadership Specialist candidates. Principals with vacancies will interview these candidates in collaboration with their Chief School Officer. After this interview the Principal and the Chief School Officer will determine if a candidate is selected for employment as an Instructional Leadership Specialist.If after the principal interview a candidate is not selected for immediate placement then they will be placed in a pool of applicants.If you BELIEVE we have a place for YOU on our team Come work for usAbout our DistrictSpringfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3rdlargest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued respected supported seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.Join a team that Empowers EducatorsIn addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff. We let our data shape the professional development of the district therefore it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in &ldquoGrow our Own&rdquo and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways.If there is something that you would like to know specifically about the position that you are applying for or assistance with matching your skills to a position Carmen Molina-Figueroa will be happy to assist you atmolina-figueroacspringfieldpublicschools.com.The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin sex gender identity sexual orientation genetic information pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions ancestry age disability or military service as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race color sex gender identity religion national origin sexual orientation disability or homelessness.NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENTThe Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion national origin sex gender identity sexual orientation genetic information pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions ancestry age disability veteran status or marital status.NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATIONSpringfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination including sexual harassment in any education program or activity that it operates as required by Title IX and its regulations including in admission and employment.Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools&rsquo Title IX Coordinatortitleixspringfieldpublicschools.com the U.S. Department of Education&rsquos Office for Civil Rights athttpsocrcas.ed.govcontact-ocr or both.The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Katie O&rsquoSullivan Senior Administrator of Human Resources 1550 Main Street Springfield MA 01103 413-787-7100 ext. 55428titleixspringfieldpublicschools.com. Springfield Public School&rsquos sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools websitewww.springfieldpublicschools.comnon-discriminationTo report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX please refer totitleixspringfieldpublicschools.com