Duties

Instructional Coach (PreK–8) – Monolingual & Dual Language Programs

Position Summary:

Wood Dale School District 7 is seeking a collaborative, knowledgeable Instructional Coach to support teaching and learning across PreK–8 classrooms in both monolingual and dual-language settings. The Instructional Coach will work closely with teachers, administrators, and instructional teams to improve student outcomes through job-embedded professional learning, coaching cycles, and data-informed instructional practices.

• Partner with teachers (PreK–8) to plan, model, co-teach, and reflect on high-quality instruction
• Facilitate coaching focused on student achievement and instructional improvement
• Support implementation of district curriculum, including dual language programming
• Experience with developing UBD biliteracy instructional units
• Experience with standards-based assessment and reporting
• Use data (formative, summative, and benchmark assessments) to guide instructional decisions

• Design and facilitate professional development aligned to district priorities
• Support grade-level teams in analyzing student work and data
• Provide resources and strategies to support differentiated instruction and scaffolding

• Support effective practices in dual language and linguistically diverse classrooms
• Promote culturally and linguistically responsive teaching practices
• Assist teachers in meeting the needs of diverse learners

• Maintain clear communication with staff and leadership regarding instructional initiatives
• Support the district’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework across classrooms
• Initiates tasks and is able to complete them with minimal supervision
• Stay current on research-based instructional practices and share with staff

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL). 
• Endorsement in ESL or willing to obtain
• Bilingual Spanish/English Preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of successful teaching experience (PreK–8 preferred)
• Demonstrated expertise in literacy and/or mathematics instruction
• Experience with instructional coaching or teacher leadership roles preferred
• Strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and facilitation skills

Salary/Benefits

Salary/Benefits:

Per Wood Dale School District 7 contract/administrative guidelines

How to Apply

Application Process:

Interested candidates should apply online through Frontline and submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Copies of licensure and endorsements

Email Address

sjjohnson@wdsd7.org

School District

wdsd7.org

Position Website

https://www.applitrack.com/wd7/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Instructional+Coach

City Website

Wood Dale

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Email for More Information

evillalobos@wdsd7.org