Instructional Rounds- Middle School

The Des Moines Independent Community School District is seeking a qualified provider to implement instructional rounds at the Middle School level. The provider will deliver professional development and coaching services to support the implementation of instructional rounds and leadership development. The services will be delivered in four integrated phases: Leadership Team Book Study, Virtual Professional Development Sessions, Execution of Instructional Rounds, and Progress Monitoring and Leadership Coaching. The provider will also provide deliverables such as session agendas, observation templates, and action plans. • The provider will facilitate virtual sessions focused on foundational concepts in instructional rounds and leadership practice. • The provider will conduct virtual sessions to build capacity for conducting instructional rounds. • The provider will plan and facilitate multiple instructional rounds, including pre-meetings, on-site or virtual execution, and post-round debriefing. • The provider will provide ongoing coaching and consultation to leadership team members. • The provider will conduct regular check-ins to monitor progress and support strategic planning.