My name is Joel Solomon. I’m originally from Philadelphia, PA. I moved to Denver in 1987. I graduated from Temple University in 1987 with a BA in Communications and Theater. I’ve worked for several radio stations, including WRTI 90.1 FM in Philly, and KDEN, KHOW, KNUS, and KUVO in Denver.

After several years working in radio, I decided to switch careers and become a teacher. I received my teaching certification from the University of Denver in 1993, and taught 4th and 5th grade for 6 years in Aurora and Cherry Creek School district.

I then took a job as a Technology Specialist at Sagebrush Elementary in 2001. After 3 years at Sagebrush, I enrolled in a Masters Program at the University of Colorado at Denver, and received a Masters Degree (MA) in Information and Learning Technologies in 2004.

I currently work as an Instructional Support Coach. The responsibilities of this position include:

1. Support, promote, and advance district initiatives through 21st century teaching and learning.
   

1. Build strong relationships and trust with staff.
   

1. Use a variety of criteria to examine teaching practices.
   

1. Support teacher/team planning and instruction
   

1. Collaborate with staff in applying research-based instructional strategies.
   

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3. Support teachers in their reflection of instructional practices.
   

1. Positively impact the learning and growth of professional staff, leading to high student achievement and closing the achievement gap.
   

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3. Act as a resource provider, data coach, curriculum specialist, instructional specialist, mentor, classroom supporter, learning facilitator, school leader, lead learner, and growth agent.
   

4. •Model and implement differentiated instruction.
   

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6. Support teachers to assess student learning using a variety of evidence and data.
   

1. Contribute to grade level, subject, team and/or staff meetings.
   

1. Facilitate classroom visitations for staff in order to provide feedback and opportunities for learning and reflection.
   

1. Regularly integrate technology tools and resources.
   

1. Identify opportunities to connect disciplines.
   

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3. Attend and contribute to regularly scheduled meetings at the district level for professional learning, district updates, and initiatives.
   

1. Bring the district voice and vision to the classroom level.
   

1. Work in collaboration with the building administration, Coordinators of Professional Learning, Director of Professional Learning, and Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction.