Instructional Coach: Lead PD & Teacher Growth

Amber Charter Schools; West Alvington; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Amber Charter Schools is seeking an experienced Instructional Coach to drive growth of our instructional team and translate professional development into classroom success. You will lead standards-aligned lesson planning, coach teachers, and analyze data to inform school-wide improvement.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a leaderful team, support for multilingual learners and students with IEPs, and active engagement with families and extended learning programs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or related field.
• 3 years of successful classroom teaching experience.
• 1 year of instructional coaching or consulting.
• Deep understanding of NYS elementary learning standards.
• Familiarity with high-quality ELA, math, science, and social studies curricula.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Proven ability to design, deliver, and evaluate high-impact professional development.
• Strong instructional modeling skills and comfort leading adult learners.
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and effective coaching practices.
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Understanding of change management, team dynamics, and group facilitation.
• Ability to build strong, trust-based relationships and communicate effectively.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a solutions-oriented, “can-do” attitude.
• Collaborative leadership style with a history of influencing outcomes across teams.
• Completion and clearance of pre-employment Fingerprinting and Reference check process.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require employer sponsorship for employment visa status.

Responsibilities

• Visit classrooms regularly and coach teachers with timely, actionable feedback.
• Guide educators in crafting standards-aligned lessons that spark deep learning.
• Analyze student work with teachers to adjust instruction and deepen impact.
• Support differentiation and inclusive practices to reach every learner.
• Review and analyze formative and summative assessment data and evidence at the student, class, grade and school levels to inform instructional and professional development plans.
• Identify learning needs and curate powerful internal and external PD experiences.
• Lead data-driven conversations and planning with teachers and leadership.
• Plan peer observation cycles and reflection opportunities.
• Empower teacher-leaders to share their expertise and shape school-wide impact.
• Recruit and onboard new staff as part of instructional leadership.
• Engage families through conferences and events.
• Lead or support extended learning programs like tutoring or summer school.
• Review reports to ensure alignment between ratings and data.
• Deliver PD sessions that bring curriculum and standards to life.

Skills

Instructional coaching

Adult learning theory

Change management

Time management

Communication

Collaboration

Leadership

Education

Master’s degree in education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Amber Charter Schools is seeking an experienced Instructional Coach to drive growth of our instructional team and translate professional development into classroom success. You will lead standards-aligned lesson planning, coach teachers, and analyze data to inform school-wide improvement.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a leaderful team, support for multilingual learners and students with IEPs, and active engagement with families and extended learning programs.