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K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. In support of this, we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, treat one another and customers with respect, challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better. Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Michigan Virtual Charter Academy. We want you to be a part of our talented team! The mission of Michigan Virtual Charter Academy is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us! The Math and Literacy Instructional Coach researches and provides teachers with information and guidance regarding innovative math and literacy practices, conducts/facilitates pilots of instructional materials and implementations, and measures the effectiveness of these efforts by monitoring student progress and using performance data to continually adjust and improve upon student math literacy. Essential Functions:  The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position.  This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required; other duties may be assigned.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Researches and provides content knowledge, resources and guidance regarding a range of effective and innovative educational practices; Imparts knowledge and supports teachers through activities such as introducing new teaching strategies, assessment techniques and results interpretation as well as preparing resource materials for use by districts, conducting one-to-one discussions and coaching sessions, demonstrating lessons with pre-and post-discussions analysis, conducting study groups, participating in staff meetings and professional development; Coordinates/facilitates pilots of instructional materials and software implementations; Modifies and/or adapts the K12 curriculum in alignment with the state's content standards to meet the unique needs of each student; Coordinates/facilitates math intervention initiatives for students in grades K-5 Alerts administrators to any concerns about student performance and progress; Maintains the confidentiality of school, teachers, and classrooms. Educates parents on various instructional strategies; Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities. Minimum Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Education or related field of study AND Five (5) years teaching experience in Middle School AND Two (2) years of successful coaching/mentoring experience OR Equivalent combination of education and experience Certificates and Licenses: Literacy Coach certification or Reading Specialist Endorsement Residency Requirement: Must be a Michigan resident. OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills, presentation skills, ability to work without direc