Autism Education: Curriculum & Instruction Coach

Gersh Autism; Issaquah (WA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Family Leave

Disability

Training & Development

Job summary

Gersh Autism Academy in Issaquah, WA seeks a Curriculum and Instructional Coach to mentor teachers and elevate instructional practices aligned with our ABA-based educational model.

The role focuses on coaching across multiple sites, establishing standards, and collaborating with leadership to implement curricula and professional development. Regular travel to Cougar Mountain and Issaquah campuses is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, School Psychology, or a related field (preferred).
• Valid state certification in Special Education (preferred).
• Minimum of eight years of experience in special education, including significant experience in curriculum development, instructional leadership, and staff supervision (required).
• Demonstrated experience leading curriculum or instructional initiatives across multiple sites or at an organizational level.
• Administrative or supervisory certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Mentor, model, and coach teachers and staff to ensure high-quality, individualized instruction.
• Set vision, strategy, and long-range roadmap for educational curriculum in Washington.
• Collaborate with the SBL and Regional VP to select and lifecycle manage curricula and instructional programs organization-wide.
• Establish curriculum standards, pacing frameworks, and instructional quality benchmarks across sites.
• Oversee the New Teacher Mentor program and professional development structures.
• Travel regularly to school locations across the network to support implementation.

Skills

Curriculum development

Instructional leadership

Staff supervision

Multi-site coordination

Education

Master's degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, School Psychology, or a related field

Valid state certification in Special Education

Administrative or supervisory certification (preferred)

Job description

Gersh Autism Academy in Issaquah, WA seeks a Curriculum and Instructional Coach to mentor teachers and elevate instructional practices aligned with our ABA-based educational model.

The role focuses on coaching across multiple sites, establishing standards, and collaborating with leadership to implement curricula and professional development. Regular travel to Cougar Mountain and Issaquah campuses is required.