Academic Coordinator

FHLB Des Moines; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

401(k) with employer contributions

Paid time off and paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

AMS Impact Group in Tempe, AZ is seeking an Academic Coordinator to lead curriculum implementation, instructional coaching, and professional learning that advance student achievement across AMS campuses. Reporting to the Director of Learning & Teaching, you will design and revise unit plans, support assessments, analyze data, and collaborate with campus and network leaders to drive instructional coherence.

This full‑time role requires at least three years of teaching experience, strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree or content-related certification preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience.
• Strong background in instructional coherence.
• Familiarity with state academic standards.
• Experience designing curricular resources, analyzing data, and coaching teachers.
• Skilled in adult learning, professional development facilitation, and instructional leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise curriculum supports, including unit plans, lessons, assessments, and pacing guides.
• Ensure alignment to State Academic Standards.
• Design and facilitate training sessions for teachers and leaders using the AMS coaching model.
• Provide instructional coaching through modeling, co-planning, and feedback cycles.
• Lead Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and workshops for capacity building.
• Use data from multiple platforms to refine support strategies.
• Collaborate with school and network teams to promote high-quality instruction.
• Monitor impact of instructional initiatives and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Growth mindset

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Emotional intelligence

Data analysis

Curriculum design

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or certification preferred

Job description

We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!Academic CoordinatorReports To: Director of Learning & TeachingLocation: Tempe, AZEmployment Classification: Full-TimeSalary Range: $62,000–$65,000 annually, based on experiencePosition SummaryThe K–8 Math and/or Science Coordinator is a key instructional leader on the Academics Team, reporting to the Director of Learning & Teaching. This role focuses on improving academic outcomes across all grade levels and content areas, with an emphasis on mathematics and/or science. The Coordinator supports curriculum development, assessments, and professional development aligned to multiple state academic standards and statewide assessments.By partnering with campus and network leaders, the Coordinator ensures instructional alignment, coaching support, and data-driven decision-making that drive network-wide academic growth.About AMS Impact GroupAMS Impact Group is the management organization supporting Academies of Math and Science (AMS), a network of high-performing public charter schools serving students across Arizona and Arkansas. Our mission is to provide operational excellence that empowers schools to deliver outstanding educational outcomes and prepare scholars for lifelong success.Key ResponsibilitiesCurriculum & InstructionDevelop and revise curriculum supports, including unit plans, lessons, assessments, and pacing guides.Ensure alignment to State Academic Standards.Professional Development & CoachingDesign and facilitate training sessions for teachers and leaders using the AMS coaching model.Provide instructional coaching through modeling, co-planning, and feedback cycles.Lead Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and workshops to build capacity and vertical alignment.Use data from multiple platforms and tools to refine support strategies.Leadership & CollaborationCollaborate with school and network teams to promote high-quality instruction.Participate in instructional rounds and analyze trends to inform next steps.Work closely with Special Education and English Learner (ELL) teams to support diverse learners.Monitor the impact of instructional initiatives and support continuous improvement.Maintain a strategic calendar aligned to academic priorities and school needs.Required QualificationsEducation & ExperienceBachelor's degree required.Master's degree or content-related certification preferred.Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience.Strong background in instructional coherence.Familiarity with state academic standards.Experience designing curricular resources, analyzing data, and coaching teachers.Skilled in adult learning, professional development facilitation, and instructional leadership.Ability to travel within and outside of Arizona.Key CompetenciesHighly organized with strong time management skills.Growth mindset and results-oriented approach.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and resilience.Responsive to feedback and committed to continuous professional growth.Ability to analyze data and develop actionable instructional plans.Working ConditionsHybrid work environment with travel to campuses as needed.Regular collaboration with campus and network leadership teams.Occasional evening or weekend meetings and professional development sessions.Ability to travel within Arizona and, as needed, outside of Arizona.BenefitsCompetitive salary based on experienceMedical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer ContributionsPaid Time Off and Paid HolidaysProfessional Development OpportunitiesHybrid Work EnvironmentOpportunities for Career Growth within a Growing OrganizationWhy Join AMS Impact Group?Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to strengthening teaching and learning across a growing network of high-performing schools. As an Academic Coordinator, you'll partner with educators and school leaders to support curriculum implementation, instructional coaching, and professional learning that drive meaningful academic outcomes for scholars.Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!