TOSA-Data Driven Instructional Coach/ML Math Teacher

Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.

Location: US:CO:ERIE

School: Meadowlark

Position Title: TOSA-Data Driven Instructional Coach / ML Math Teacher

Position Start Date: August 5, 2025

Position Type: Teachers-Licensed

FTE: 1.0 - 40 hours per week - Regular, ongoing

Work Schedule: 186 Days

Closing Date: June 9, 2025

Meadowlark:

Opened in the Fall of 2017, Boulder Valley School District’s first school in Erie, Colorado, serves students K through 8th grade with a preschool program. The school is a dynamic learning environment organized into five learning communities: PK-K, 1st-2nd, 3rd-4th, 5th-6th and 7th-8th. Flexible grouping arrangements and project/problem based learning are core instructional strategies in creating challenging, meaningful and engaging learning opportunities for all students. The innovative educational spaces provide purposeful, flexible spaces for collaboration and partnerships for all stakeholders. Personalized learning is the core tenet of our learning community model. Staff teach all subject areas and work in collaboration with students, family and the community to support social, emotional, physical, and academic growth. A key priority is ensuring the needs of all students are met. Visit the Meadowlark website for more information. 

Summary:

A BVSD educator demonstrates deep knowledge of curriculum and content areas while positively impacting student achievement through innovative instructional strategies, effective learning environment management, and data-driven coaching support. This role involves both direct teaching and supporting colleagues in the use of data to enhance instruction and student outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences aligned with District-approved curriculum and instructional models; utilize innovative, differentiated strategies to meet diverse student needs and motivate learners.
• Employ the Data Driven Instruction and Inquiry (DDI) model to systematically improve student learning by assessing proficiency through formal and informal tools, differentiating assessments, providing timely feedback, and planning instruction informed by assessment data.
• Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment where all students see themselves represented and understand behavioral expectations; implement routines and restorative practices that maximize learning.
• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by valuing diversity, implementing culturally responsive practices, and identifying barriers contributing to disproportionate outcomes for underrepresented student groups.
• Build positive relationships with students’ families and significant adults; encourage meaningful parental involvement and maintain clear, proactive communication about student progress.
• Actively participate in professional learning and evaluation processes, demonstrating a growth mindset through reflection, goal setting, and adoption of new instructional strategies.
• Collaborate with special education, CLDE, and GT teachers to provide meaningful inclusion and extension opportunities.
• Act ethically and professionally, prioritizing student academic success and well-being.
• Supervise students in various settings and enforce District safety and security standards.
• Comply with state laws, negotiated agreements, and District/building policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Instructional Coaching and Leadership

• Facilitate data discussions and support implementation of data driven instruction as a key component of school improvement efforts.
• Collaborate closely with principals, instructional leadership teams, and district supervisors to provide school-level coaching and professional development focused on high leverage instructional strategies and assessment tools that drive student growth.
• Support educators in closing achievement gaps and improving outcomes through effective use of data and research-based interventions, including managing READ Plans.
• Encourage, coach, and monitor data driven instruction practices in partnership with school leadership.
• Assist schools in analyzing summative and formative data to identify strengths, opportunities, and improvement plans aligned with the Unified Improvement Plan (UIP).
• Work with teachers to research, develop, and implement standards-based classroom assessments aligned with district strategic goals.
• Build internal capacity within schools by empowering personnel and leadership teams to effectively use data to inform instruction.
• Plan and participate in professional development activities aimed at enhancing data literacy and instructional effectiveness.

Qualifications: 

Required:

• Currently hold a Colorado teaching license or have licensure application in process with appropriate endorsement in a Elementary or Secondary Education (must upload license or in process documentation to application)
• Minimum of three years experience working with student data analysis
• Communicate (read, write and speak) in English
• Completed and submitted BVSD online application 
• Proficient in the use of Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, etc.) and other applications appropriate to the job.
• The READ Act SB 19-199 (PDF) and SB22-004 (PDF) requires that all Colorado teachers who provide literacy instruction to students must earn a "READ Act Designation" by meeting specific requirements. If you are hired for a position requiring the READ Act Designation, you will be required to obtain it. Additional information can be found here.

Preferred:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills; willingness to communicate frequently with families regarding school curriculum and student progress
• Knowledge of and deep belief in inclusion in the general education classroom for all students, including those on an IEP and/or learning English
• Dedication to high standards of excellence and the success of all students; ability to personalize instruction for students so that all are challenged to learn
• Data-driven evidence of closing the achievement gap and deep knowledge of instructional practices that will do so
• Technologically literate and motivated to use technology to enhance learning
• Strong collaborative skills
• Innovative thinking, problem-solving and teaching practices
• Flexible in all aspects of the profession
• Experience using flexible grouping arrangements to meet the needs of learners
• Understand and embrace the BVSD Innovation Guiding Principles:  http://bvsdsuccesseffect.org/educational-innovation/
• Use empathy to understand learners, stakeholders and problems
• Value parents as partners in education and involve parents appropriately in the learning process in and out of school
• Skilled in using technology to enhance learning
• Use inquiry-based learning as a key tool in facilitating student success:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OKxLFYQZr_sgHj09LCQF7Uk1LKapVNWZ-6v7gaFcUQA/edit
• Intimately familiar with design process principles
• Balance and support children’s social, emotional, physical and academic development in the learning process
• Create cross-curricular, collaborative learning opportunities to maximize student engagement and achievement
• Understanding of Design Thinking principles
• Understanding of Project-Based Learning
• Understanding of Professional Learning Communities
• Consensus building skills
• Knowledge of and deep belief in inclusion in the general education classroom for all students, including those on an IEP and/or learning English.
• Understanding of practices and protocols used to support Data Driven Instruction (DDI)

Salary Information: 

Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.

BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.

Application and Selection Procedure:

• External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd
• Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal
• If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
• Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination. 

Benefits & Eligibility:

Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include:

• Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Personalized Benefits 
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• EcoPass

Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.

The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html