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Start Your Online Application Now Date of Availability: 08/31/2026 Date Closing: 04/08/2026 Application Procedure: To be considered for this vacancy, applicant must complete the on-line application process and indicate interest in this specific job number. Duty Days Per Year: 186 Hours Per Day: 8 Type of Position: (X) Continuing ( ) Temporary Salary: $48,166 - $89,645 According to the Teacher Work Agreement Supervisor of Position: Stacy Peikert, Director of Curriculum and Instruction Description of District / Program: St. Francis Area Schools is seeking a dedicated and skilled instructional coach to join our instructional leadership team. This TOSA (Teacher on Special Assignment) position is designed to support high-quality instruction across the district. The coach will work closely with teachers, school leaders, and fellow instructional coaches to improve instructional practices, align curriculum with new Minnesota standards, and ensure all students receive engaging and effective instruction. Full Job Description Qualifications: Valid tier 3 or 4 Minnesota elementary teaching license (required) Experience in a coaching, mentoring, or leadership role (preferred) Bachelor''s Degree (required). Master Degree (preferred) Reading Specialist (preferred) Strong Math teaching and training experience (preferred) 5 Years Teaching Experience Demonstrated experience helping students achieve academic success Demonstrated ability to lead teachers in collaborative professional learning sessions, thorough understanding of and ability to provide training in reading and or math including assessments and interventions like Fastbridge, PRESS, and other evidence based resources and in instruction Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively Skills in collecting, analyzing and using data for decision making Skills in digital technology applications and their use in curriculum Understanding and use of the MN Academic Standards Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: Facilitate teacher learning through modeling, co-teaching, data analysis, lesson design, and professional learning communities. Analyze student achievement data to inform instruction and support academic growth in mathematics Serve as a resource for high-leverage math instructional practices, differentiation, and curriculum alignment. Work with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Principals and other Instructional Coaches to design a continuous improvement cycle to promote change and alignment of the K-5 instruction Work to effectively align instruction vertically and horizontally Support K-5 instruction through observation and coaching to improve instructional planning, teaching practices and the use of data, assessment and instructional technology Collaborate with district personnel and schools to develop instructional strategies and intervention programs Provide teachers with professional development, in-class consultation, assistance, feedback, and modeling through a structured and well-scheduled program Demonstrate evidence of their own continuing professional development and be willing to participate in specified coach training Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for the school and district, collect data necessary for program monitoring and evaluation and effectively present information to all school constituencies Oversee and coordinate assessment screening, diagnostic testing and progress monitoring for literacy and math Revise and update the K-5 pacing guide including pacing units for curricular resources Other duties as assigned Required Skills: Analyzing and interpreting data to make instructional decisions Collaborate with others with a positive attitude and solution focused Support teachers and administrators in the use of data through coaching methods Experience using multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) Highly organized Excellent interpersonal skills To Apply: Please submit the following via the St. Francis Area Schools online application system Cover Letter Resume Copy of current Minnesota teaching license Three professional references Benefits offered for this position include: Medical Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage or Family coverage Dental Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage, Employee +1 coverage, or Family coverage FSA Account- Flexible Spending Account Long Term Disability Income Insurance Life Insurance paid for by the district TRA (Pension Plan): 8% employee contribution and 9.31% district contribution Employee Assistance Program Retirement Plan 403(b) or Roth IRA Floating Holidays Sick Leave includes ESST Personal Paid Days HSA- Health Savings Account with $117.00/month district contribution HCSP- Health Care Savings Plan with MSRS (Minnesota State Retirement System) includes $117.00/month district contribution Longevity Pay Retirement/Severance Package with Medical & Dental benefits offerings The policy of the school district is to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees. Independent School District 15 uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online