Author: Kim

We are looking for a top-notch facilitator as a part of our Learning & Development team who will be responsible for creating and executing first-rate leadership development, education, and coaching content that will help us in our adoption of Agile.

Initially, this person will guide our transition from more traditional business roles to roles that support an environment more conducive to Agile. Some example shifts include:

Project Managers > Scrum Masters
Business Owners > Product Managers and Product Owners
Subject Matter Experts w/functional accountability > Team Members with shared accountability

This will be accomplished by developing and presenting effective and engaging learning sessions, observing newly trained teams in action, and providing feedback on adherence to Agile structure and principles and conducting follow up training as needed. The role is part of Learning and Development and will also perform other enterprise wide L&D and Leadership Development responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist leaders in identifying and implementing agile practices in the appropriate areas of their business
• Facilitate leadership and learning programs that support company goals which includes the adoption of agile
• Prepare and facilitate training to team members on Agile frameworks, competencies, methodologies and best practices
• Coach multiple newly formed Agile teams on Agile principles, self-organization, effective user stories, estimation and daily/weekly routines
• Conduct ongoing evaluations to ensure effectiveness of Agile project teams and implement modifications as necessary
• Serve as a mentor and a coach for Scrum teams and business leaders on Agile practices and principles and ensure that they are followed consistently across teams
• Train and mentor new Agile coaches
• Facilitate change at both the individual and team level
• Maintain up to date knowledge of Agile and Scrum principles and make adjustments to training content as needed

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum 5 years of prior experience designing and facilitating adult learning, preferably in a corporate setting
• Strong track record of successfully coaching leaders through change
• Demonstrated experience working with multiple levels of leadership
• Foundational understanding or demonstrated ability to quickly learn Agile methods such as Kanban or Scrum, and/or prior project management experience using these techniques strongly preferred
• Experience implementing large organizational and cultural change
• Experience improving delivery team effectiveness through analysis, teaching, facilitation, and impediment removal
• Ability to obtain applicable industry certifications (ACP, SAFe and/or Scrum Master) within 6 months of hire

Preferable:

• SAFe certification
• Scrum Master/Product Owner certification
• 2+ years of leadership development experience working with multiple levels of leadership
• Master’s degree in business, HR, or related fields

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Teach Plus’ Teacher-Led Practice Network (TLPN) Initiative is an innovative program that recruits, develops, and supports effective, experienced teachers to serve as Teacher Leaders. The Teacher Leadership Coach will train and coach the Teacher Leaders leading Harmony Public Schools’ Regional Professional Learning Communities (PLCs.) Each of Harmony’s PLC Teacher Leaders will commit to guiding a team of peer teachers to improve their practice over the course of the school year, meeting at regular intervals, as provided by the existing PD calendar. PLC Leaders will host PLC meetings that are driven by a collaborative process with participants (described below) in order to focus on timely implementation gaps and learning needs. Each session will result in new or improved standards-aligned best practices for participants to test in their classrooms before the next session. In between sessions, PLC leaders continue to connect with participating teachers through ongoing support in the form of check-ins, virtual peer observations, and conversation through online tools.

Teach Plus has identified four attributes that effective teacher leaders use to improve outcomes across their schools. The Coach will support Teacher Leaders in developing capacity in:

· Skillful Facilitation of Adult Learning
· Evidence-based Decision Making
· Purpose-driven Instructional Leadership
· Change Agency

The Teacher Leadership Coach will work with Teacher Leaders to develop standards-based, teacher-led professional collaboration sessions for their PLC participants. The coach will provide ongoing coaching to the teacher leaders selected to lead this work.

One coach position is located in the Houston area, one in the Dallas area, and one elsewhere in Texas (flexible, but with a preference for Austin or San Antonio.)

Coach and Support Harmony Teacher Leaders

· Foster High Functioning, High Impact Teacher-Leader led PLCs
· Observe and strategically contribute in PLC meetings, when possible.
· Ensure that Teacher Leader initiative work is based in evidence and achieves desired impact.
· Support the ongoing growth and development of Teacher Leaders by providing timely and growth­ oriented feedback: help plan, and also attend, observe (in-person or virtually via video recording), and debrief sessions and meetings
· Meet with Teacher Leaders (in person or virtually) regularly to plan for upcoming PLC sessions, debrief previous session, and engage in leadership coaching and feedback
· Support Teacher Leaders in ongoing practice sharing, analyzing problems of practice, and developing a professional learning network

Coach Professional Learning

Teach Plus invests heavily in the development of the coaching team, supporting travel to ensure that coaches learn from and with each other in the following ways:

· Coach Orientation and support
· Support in planning and facilitating the training for Teacher Leaders
· Bi-weekly one-to-one support provided by the National Instructional Leadership Team
· Periodic observation and feedback on coaching work

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, ideal candidates should have:

· 6+ years in the education field, with preference given to candidates who have both a teaching background and experience coaching teachers and school leaders
· Preference given to leaders who have led instructionally transformational work
· A relentless focus on data, including analysis and using it to inform instruction and make decisions
· Experience in leadership development and facilitation of inquiry with teachers and/or school leaders

Start Date and Term

The tentative start date for this position is July 31, 2017. Teacher Leadership Coaches may be eligible for renewal on an annual basis on August 1, 2018 based on performance and needs of the organization.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Full time employees have access to Teach Plus’s benefit package to include medical and dental insurance, retirement, life insurance, disability, and generous paid time off benefits.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete an online application found here. Teach Plus will receive applications until the position is filled.

Application Link: https://teachplus.tfaforms.net/327833

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Complete phone time requirement. Work with assigned employees to analyze performance, provide coaching/feedback, set measurable goals, and provide timely follow up and recognition. Organize and facilitate monthly department Coach contests as assigned. Participate in hiring activities, i.e., provide tours during job fairs, conduct side by side monitoring for applicants, etc. Fulfill other responsibilities as defined by quality manager. Recommend changes to Department Manager/Sr. Team Leader/Team Leader to improve Marketing Service compliance issues. Coordinate special projects as assigned.

Works under general supervision. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned tasks and goals. May orient, train, assign and
check the work of lower level employees. Moderate supervision, may vary from established procedures.

Communication Skills
Strong written and verbal skills, good analytical ability, and demonstrated leadership ability. Strong to moderate written and verbal communication skills
to apply basic analytical and leadership ability in limited situations.

Decision Making / Problem Solving
Moderate decision making that may directly affect the department; moderate problem solving skills routinely required; ability to solve most general
problems using own resources and past experiences. Moderate decision making with moderate impact, using standard procedures solves common
problems of a recurring nature.

Task Complexity
Duties and tasks are frequently non-routine. Resolves most questions and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher levels. Moderate range
of assignments, requires knowledge of business unit/area.

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Cornell University’s College of Engineering, the preeminent engineering school in the Ivy League, has a rich history of experimentation, innovation, and leadership. Consisting of almost 3,000 undergraduate students, 1,700 graduate students, and over 200 faculty members, Cornell Engineering is recognized as a global leader in the discovery of new knowledge and the creation of transforming inventions. Cornell Engineering students and faculty members possess an independent spirit that allows for the development of innovative interdisciplinary research, the creation of exciting new programs, and the education of students who will better the future.

The mission of the Engineering Leadership Program is to develop engineering students into powerful leaders who take on our world’s biggest challenges with knowledge, skill, insight and courage. We achieve this through experiential seminars, credit-bearing courses, leadership content integrated with existing engineering classes, the Engineering Leadership Certificate Program, and individual and team coaching. Because we believe great leadership development engages the heart and the mind, we emphasize empirically derived knowledge combined with personal inquiry and growth.

We invite applications for the Nancy and Bob Selander Associate Director of the Engineering Leadership Program. The Associate Director will contribute to engineering students’ teamwork and leadership skills, personal development, and professional readiness through innovative experiential programming. He or she will be expected to co-lead the Engineering Leadership Certification Program, and will be responsible for the design and execution of other curricular and co-curricular initiatives. A significant aspect of this position is coaching individual students and teams on their personal and professional development. This position will work closely with the program Director, faculty, students, and alumni to identify opportunities for integrating leadership content into the Cornell University engineering curriculum and ensuring the relevance of our offerings.

This is a one-year term position with the possibility of renewal based on funding and performance.

Qualifications:

We seek candidates with advanced degrees in Engineering, Science, Education, Social Science or related field with a minimum of 5 years related experience in higher education administration, engineering, or a technology-related field.  Coaching experience is required; coach certification through a program recognized by the International Coach Federation is strongly preferred. The successful candidate will have experience delivering or participating in the development, delivery, and/or implementation of leadership programs. We seek proven ability to interact productively with all levels of staff, faculty, students, alumni, and corporate and foundation stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to work well collaboratively and independently is critical.  Supervisory experience helpful.  Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Weekend and evening hours necessary during peak program times.

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Executive coaching is an experiential and individualized leader development process that builds a leader’s capability to achieve short- and long-term organizational goals. It is conducted through one-on-one interactions, driven by data from multiple perspectives, and based on mutual trust and respect. The organization, an executive, and the executive coach work in partnership to achieve maximum impact.

Succeeding as a Coach will require the following core qualifications and skills:

Education :

• Certified Graduate of an accredited coaching establishment – Coach U, Royal Roads, Adler or other credible institute
• ICF Accreditation

Experience:

• 7 – 10 years professional coaching experience working with Senior Level employees with an organization

Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong communication skills
• Active listening, powerful questioning techniques
• Understanding of coaching professional ethics and standards and ability to apply them appropriately in all coaching situations
• Ability to facilitate learning & results
• Ability to establish coaching agreement
• Ability to represent Morneau Shepell in a professional manner at all times
• Ability to build trust and trust relationships with people

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