Academic Coach

Westford Public Schools; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 103,155,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Job summary

Westford Public Schools in Westford, Massachusetts is seeking an Academic Coach to support literacy, numeracy and executive functioning for referred students, reporting to the Instructional Leadership Team under Unit G terms. You will work with teachers, counselors and administrators to analyze data and develop instructional plans, while maintaining accurate records and promoting equitable opportunities for all learners.

Starting date is immediate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or higher required or evidence of licensure/certification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to relate well with students, staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality instruction in literacy, numeracy and executive functioning.
• Support data collection to inform instruction and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors and admins to analyze data and plan next steps.
• Instruct students on grade-level content and standards.
• Maintain records of student benchmarking and progress.
• Communicate regularly with teachers about progress and instructional plans.
• Promote equity and inclusion, supporting students with special needs and ELs.

Skills

Literacy instruction

Numeracy

Executive functioning

Data analysis

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor degree

Licensure/certification

Job description

Academic Coach

Westford Public Schools Crisafulli Elementary - Westford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5929848
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 18, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position: Academic Coach
Organizational Scopе: Reporting directly to the Instructional Leadership Team and working under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement with Westford Education Association - Unit G, the Academic Coach advances the mission of WPS by developing curious lifelong learners who are responsible, empathetic members of the community, demonstrating innovation through a wide variety of opportunities within inclusive, joyful learning environments that embrace their variability and honor their diversity.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality targeted academic instruction in the areas of literacy, numeracy and executive functioning to students qualifying for additional tiers of instructional support
• Support the collection of data to inform instruction and monitor student progress
• Collaborate with teachers, school counselors, and administration to analyze data and determine next steps
• Skillfully support and facilitate student learning of grade level content and standards
• Collaborate regularly with educators and other professional staff -to communicate students' needs and progress in order to provide appropriate support for each student
• Develop a schedule to instruct assigned students
• Capture student benchmarking by maintaining accurate and complete records
• Follow professional practices consistent with the district;'s policies, practices and vision when working with students, parents/caregivers and colleagues
• Maintain regular communication with classroom teachers about student progress and instructional plans (this may be included in the bullet above collaborates regularly)
• Promote equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning, including, implementing specific strategies for students with special needs and 504 plans and/or English learners (EL)
• The omission of specific duties here does not exclude them from the position's responsibilities if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position

Job Qualifications

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor degree or higher and/or demonstrate professional training by evidence of licensure or certification. They will have excellent communication skills both written and verbal and demonstrate interpersonal skills. They possess the ability to relate well with students, staff, administrators, parents/caregivers and the community.

Physical Demands

Physical demands vary in keeping with the assignment and age of the students, but the position generally requires the ability to walk and stand on tile flooring, to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds, and to bend and twist regularly at the waist, knees and neck.
Depending on the assignment, much of the work is performed in a typical classroom environment requiring menial to light physical effort. This may include everyday discomforts and distractions typical of a school setting, such as proximity to students and colleagues, temperature variations, frequent interruptions and moderate noise. This position requires computer skills and standard office equipment. Must be able to assist in the protection of students and school property, and assist in fire and other emergencies drills as required by law and School Committee policy.

Terms of Employment

The Academic Coach is a Westford Public Schools Unit G position. Terms of employment, including evaluation and salary are covered by the provisions of the Unit G collective bargaining agreement currently in effect. Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $36 to $40 Per Hour

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Tutor

Welcome to Crisafulli Elementary

Welcome to Crisafulli Elementary: The John A. Crisafulli Elementary School, welcomes children in grades three through five, opened in the fall of 2002. The school was built to educate 525 students in 24 classroom spaces, it presently educates 363 students in 16 classrooms with five third, six fourth, and five fifth grade sections. Each year, the staff develops routines to create caring learning communities within each classroom. The school mascot is JAC, a greyhound dog with SPIRIT (Safety, Perseverance, Inclusion, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork) serving as our Core Values.

Job Requirements

• Must be able to support students in multiple subjects (math, language arts, reading, science, social studies)
  Reports to: Building Principal
  Objective: To provide academic support to referred students so that they can successfully reclaim the status of independent learner upon return to the regular classroom.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sharon Kennelly , Principal
• 13 Robinson Road
• Westford, Massachusetts 01886
• Phone: No Phone Calls Please
• Email: [e-mail]

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