MTSS Intervention Teacher/Instructional Coach

ABOUT US:

Davison Community Schools, home to approximately 5,500 students and over 1,300 school employees, is a place where excellence in education is a shared priority. With a balanced calendar that supports work-life balance, our high-performing schools thrive on a culture of collaboration, innovation, and student-centered success. We value and invest in our educators and staff, offering ongoing professional development, a supportive team environment, and a strong commitment to positive school culture. If you're passionate about making a difference and growing in your career, DCS is the place for you.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 2026/2027 School Year

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold a valid elementary teaching certificate with an appropriate endorsement to teach K - 4th grade
• Master's degree preferred (literacy, education, or related field)
• Five years of successful teaching experience at the elementary level
• Experience implementing evidence-based literacy instruction aligned to the science of reading
• Demonstrate ability to read and analyze data
• Demonstrate mastery understanding of curriculum
• Strong leadership abilities
• Possess leadership credibility with teaching staff
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willing to attend and/or conduct after school meetings directly related to meeting the needs of identified students in Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions
• Willing to attend training programs for intervention implementation and curriculum meetings as needed, including during the summer
• Exhibit the emotional stability and physical stamina necessary for meeting the requirements of the position

The following are strongly preferred:

• Experience in instructional leadership preferred
• Reading specialist endorsement (state code BR)
• Experience coaching staff with instructional practices
• Reading and Math Recovery trained
• Cognitive Coaching trained
• Current training in intervention strategies in the areas of math, ELA, science and social studies
• Experience with multi-tiered support systems (MTSS)
• Strong understanding and experience with math and reader's workshop
• Experience working with paraprofessionals to support academic growth

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide job-embedded coaching (modeling, co-teaching, observation, and feedback)
• Support implementation of explicit, systematic foundational literacy instruction (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency)
• Model best instructional practices across literacy and support integration with other content areas
• Observe classroom instruction and collaborate with building leaders to develop coaching plans
• Facilitate professional development aligned to district initiatives and current legislation
• Provide training in literacy, data use, and best instructional practices
• Support teachers in applying new learning into daily instruction
• Support development and implementation of MTSS systems
• Assist in identifying, monitoring, and exiting students in Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions
• Ensure alignment between core instruction and intervention supports
• Guide teachers in using screening, diagnostic, and progress monitoring tools
• Facilitate data meetings to inform instructional decisions
• Support staff in analyzing literacy and broader academic data
• Support implementation of evidence-based literacy curriculum with fidelity
• Provide guidance on effective instructional strategies across content areas
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with teachers and MTSS teams
• Partner with administrators to support school improvement efforts
• Provide leadership in literacy and instructional best practices
• The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SALARY: Per DEA Master Agreement

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Building Principal

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply online at http://www.davisonschools.org; internal applicants are required to apply online and provide a letter of intent and resume to the direct supervisor identified on this posting.

The district reserves the right to select the person it believes will be the most successful in this position and will be the greatest benefit to the school(s).

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. The person designated to handle any questions and/or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policy of Davison Community Schools is Director of Human Resources and Operations Christine Kuzinski, 1490 N Oak Rd, Davison, MI 48423 -- (810-591-0808).