2026-27 Campus Instructional Coach - Elementary

Arlington Independent School District; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington Independent School District is seeking an instructional coach to improve teaching practices among educators. The role requires strong coaching skills, a bachelor's degree from an accredited university, and at least three years of successful teaching experience. The instructional coach will support teachers through various coaching methods and contribute to the overall educational improvement in the school district. Candidates should have knowledge of Texas curriculum and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
• Three or more years of successful teaching experience required.
• Meets NCLB highly qualified requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers through coaching and professional learning.
• Collaborate with teachers for individual and small group instruction.
• Engage in professional growth activities.

Skills

Coaching

Instructional Support

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Texas Curriculum

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an Accredited University

Master's degree in education (preferred)

Texas Teacher's Certification

Job description

Role and Purpose

To improve the instruction of all students on campus through a job-embedded professional learning coaching model.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification
  • Bachelor's Degree from an Accredited University.
  • Master's degree in education (preferred).
  • Meet NCLB highly qualified requirements.
  • Texas Teacher's Certification.
• Experience
  • Three or more years of successful teaching experience required.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

1. Instructional Management
   • Teacher Support:
     • Formal 1-1 Coaching
     • Conferencing
     • Co-planning and co-teaching
     • Demonstration lessons
     • Focused classroom visits
     • Assisting with analysis of data to determine instructional needs
     • Professional learning
     • Study groups based on campus needs
   • Student support in collaboration with the teacher:
     • Individual instruction and/or assessment
     • Small group instruction
     • Apply extensive knowledge of technology and instructional application
     • Apply extensive knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment
     • Apply extensive knowledge of Texas curriculum (TEKS) and state assessments
2. School/Organization Climate
   • Apply excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
3. School/Organizational Improvement
   • Apply thorough knowledge of effective professional learning, including coaching and adult learning theory.
   • Apply excellent organizational and time management skills.
   • Assisting with campus documentation and reports.
   • Testing evaluation and analysis (e.g., STAAR).
   • Identification of campus-wide instructional needs.
   • Coordination between grade levels and/or departments.
   • Communication of district information/requirements and professional learning opportunities.
4. School/Community Relations
   • Support of the family/community engagement program.
5. Professional Growth and Development
   • Participation in the following to strengthen and grow own professional knowledge:
   • Instructional coach meetings, colleague groups, peer support sessions.
   • Establish and maintain required instructional coach records.
   • Keep abreast of current research and practice.
6. Miscellaneous
   • Other duties as requested by the campus principal.

Working Conditions

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computers and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping.

Motion: Moderate walking.

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.