District Academic Coach - Science (20913)

Alhambra Elementary School District; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Alhambra Elementary School District in Phoenix, Arizona seeks a District Academic Coach - Science to support K-8 teachers in implementing the Arizona Science Standards. The role includes providing professional development, on-site content support, and advising on standards and assessments.

Responsibilities cover coaching, classroom visits, designing student-driven investigations, integrating Engineering Design, and collaborating with district leaders to ensure cohesive science instruction across

Qualifications

• Possess effective interpersonal skills, take initiative, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality professional development, coaching, and collaborative planning time to enhance teacher understanding of science standards.
• Work directly with teachers, offering individualized coaching and feedback in implementing science instruction.
• Guide teachers in designing open-ended, student-driven investigations to foster curiosity and critical thinking.
• Help teachers integrate Engineering Design into science to connect inquiry with real-world problems.
• Collaborate with district administrators and coaches to ensure cohesive science instruction across K-8.
• Partner on interdisciplinary projects that mix science with math, literacy, and technology.
• Analyze assessment data to inform instructional decisions and monitor student progress.
• Provide on-site support through Student Centered Coaching cycles, including modeling instruction and team teaching.
• Develop and maintain records related to coaching, assessments, and professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

District Academic Coach - Science (20913)

Alhambra Elementary School District District Office - Phoenix, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5924842

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

District Academic Coach - Science

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Educational Services Department is posting for one (1) District Academic Coach (DAC) in the content area of Science. In this role, the District Academic Coach (Science) will support teachers from K-8th grade in implementing the Arizona Science Standards. This support includes, but is not limited to: providing professional development, providing on-site content support, and advising on academic standards and assessments.

QUALIFICATIONS: Possess effective interpersonal skills, take initiative, communication, and organizational skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide high-quality professional development, coaching, and collaborative planning time to enhance teacher understanding of the Arizona Science Standards and how to effectively use the Crosscutting Concepts and Science and Engineering Practices
• Work directly with teachers, offering individualized coaching, feedback, and support in implementing science instruction. Conduct classroom visits to provide support and feedback.
• Foster a culture of inquiry by guiding teachers in designing and implementing open-ended, student-driven investigations that encourage curiosity and critical thinking
• Help teachers integrate Engineering Design into their science instruction to connect scientific inquiry with real-world problem solving
• Work with district level administrators, coaches, and grade-level teams to ensure cohesive and consistent science instruction across K-8 classrooms.
• Collaborate on interdisciplinary projects that integrate science with other content areas such as math, literacy, and technology
• Conference with school and district leadership teams in conducting student assessments and monitoring student progress by understanding, analyzing, and interpreting assessment data, both formal and informal, to inform and support instructional decisions
• Collaborate with teachers and site academic coaches by providing on-site support through Student Centered Coaching cycles, including modeling direct, explicit, systematic instruction, team teaching, and/or observations
• Develop, implement, and maintain records related to coaching cycles, assessment data, professional development, and support services provided
• Continue to grow professionally through appropriate staff development opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned

SALARY: nine-month position, teachers salary schedule, and employee benefits in accordance with Board policies.

EVALUATION: Performance to be evaluated in accordance with Board policy on the evaluation of professional personnel.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $55,902 to $93,214 Per Year

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Teacher Mentor

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 4510 N 37th Ave
• Phoenix, Arizona 85019
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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