26-27 - OCES - Instructional Coach - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Oglethorpe County Schools; Lexington (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oglethorpe County Schools seeks an Instructional Coach to lead and support teachers in delivering high-quality instruction aligned with state standards and district curriculum. The role emphasizes coaching, modeling, professional learning, and data analysis to raise student achievement.

The position offers 10-month calendar, exempt status, and a focus on building instructional capacity across the school through collaborative planning and district-approved strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education required.
• Master's degree in Education or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide job-embedded coaching through classroom observations, co-teaching, and modeling.
• Engage teachers in reflective conversations focused on instructional improvement.
• Support teachers in setting professional goals related to classroom instruction.
• Design and facilitate professional learning opportunities for faculty and staff.
• Assist beginning teachers with curriculum implementation and instructional practices.
• Promote collaborative learning through Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).

Skills

Instructional coaching

Data analysis

Professional learning

Curriculum alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

26-27 - OCES - Instructional Coach - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY JobID: 569

• Position Type: Administration/ Assistant Principal for Instruction
• Date Posted: 10/28/2026
• Location: Oglethorpe County Elementary School
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: 11/11/2026

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Position Title: Instructional Coach

Reports To: Principal and/or Director of Teaching & Learning

Work Calendar: 10-Month (200 Day Position)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary

The Instructional Coach provides leadership and support to teachers in the implementation of high-quality instruction aligned with state standards and district curriculum. The coach collaborates with administrators and teachers to improve instructional practices, increase student achievement, support curriculum implementation, and foster a culture of continuous improvement through coaching, modeling, professional learning, and data analysis.

The Instructional Coach serves as a non-evaluative support resource for teachers and works to build instructional capacity throughout the school.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Leadership

• Support the implementation of state-adopted standards and district curriculum.
• Collaborate with teachers to plan, implement, and evaluate effective instruction.
• Model research-based instructional strategies and best practices in classrooms.
• Assist teachers in developing rigorous, standards-based lessons that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, content mastery, and student engagement across all subject areas.
• Support differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including students with disabilities, English learners, gifted students, and students requiring intervention.
• Facilitate the integration of technology and instructional resources to enhance learning.
• Serve as a co-observer in GaLEADS in order to support coaching cycles that encourage continuous growth for all teachers.

Coaching and Professional Learning

• Provide job-embedded coaching through classroom observations, co-teaching, lesson modeling, and collaborative planning.
• Engage teachers in reflective conversations focused on continuous instructional improvement.
• Support teachers in setting professional goals related to classroom instruction.
• Design and facilitate professional learning opportunities for faculty and staff.
• Assist beginning teachers and new staff members with curriculum implementation and instructional practices.
• Promote collaborative learning through Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).

Data Analysis and Student Achievement

• Assist teachers and administrators in analyzing formative, benchmark, and state assessment data.
• Support the development and implementation of instructional interventions based on student performance data.
• Monitor student achievement trends and assist teachers in identifying areas for instructional improvement.
• Collaborate with teams to establish goals and action plans that support achievement growth.
• Help maintain records and documentation related to instructional improvement initiatives.
• Assist with curriculum planning, pacing guides, and instructional resources.
• Support implementation of district-adopted instructional programs and materials.
• Stay current with educational research, state guidelines, and best practices in classroom instruction.
• Assist in aligning instructional practices with district and state expectations.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work collaboratively with school and district leadership teams.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, administrators, students, and families as needed.
• Participate in school improvement planning and curriculum committees.
• Serve as a resource for instructional practices across the school.

Additional Responsibilities

• Attend district and state professional learning opportunities as assigned.
• Assist with the coordination of instructional initiatives, assessments, and academic programs across all content areas.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Education from an accredited college or university required.
• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, or a related field preferred.

Certification/Licensure

• Valid GaPSC teaching certification in an appropriate teaching field.
• Instructional Coaching, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, or related advanced certification preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of successful classroom teaching experience required.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in classroom instruction and improving student achievement.
• Experience leading professional learning, mentoring teachers, serving on curriculum committees, or other instructional leadership roles preferred.

Required Clearances

• Must successfully complete and maintain all criminal history background checks, fingerprint-based record checks, and employment eligibility screenings requirements established by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) and district policy.
• Must meet all requirements for employment in a Georgia public school system.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of state-adopted standards, curriculum, and instructional best practices.
• Strong understanding of assessment, intervention, and data-driven decision-making processes.
• Ability to analyze and interpret student achievement data to improve instruction.
• Strong interpersonal, coaching, and collaboration skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to facilitate adult learning and professional development.
• Proficiency in instructional technology and educational data systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with teachers, administrators, students, and community stakeholders.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move throughout school facilities and classrooms.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and electronically.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring sitting, standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting of materials up to 25 pounds.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board of Education policies, district procedures, Georgia educator evaluation requirements, and the established employee evaluation system.

The statements contained herein describe the general scope of responsibilities and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

The Oglethorpe County School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, religion, handicap, or disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.

Postings current as of 10/30/2026 12:39:20 PM CST.