Gifted Education Coach & Mentor

Indianapolis Public Schools; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 55,600 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Flexible Wellness Leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

ReNEW Schools in Indianapolis seeks a High Ability Coach to lead initiatives in high ability education. You will mentor teachers, analyze student data, and support high potential students' needs.

IPS offers a competitive salary ranging from $55,600 to $94,000 based on experience, alongside comprehensive health benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High standards for student achievement and holistic needs focus.
• Experience in developing and delivering training sessions for teachers.
• Ability to manage, analyze, and utilize student data effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure instruction aligns with curricula and student needs.
• Design and facilitate teacher training sessions.
• Support teachers with strategies for high ability education.

Skills

Organizational and planning abilities

Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups

In-depth understanding of high ability curriculum

Education

Indiana teachers license

Indiana High Ability/Gifted and Talented Endorsement

3-5 years teaching experience

Job description

WELCOME TO INDIANAPOLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS!

At IPS, we believe in the transformative power of education. We work collectively every day to prepare our students for success in the classroom and in life by providing equitable, high-quality educational experiences across our family of schools. IPS is a place to make an impact, grow your career, and ensure every student has access to a high quality education, all while earning a good living in a district on the move. While the work is challenging, it is deeply meaningful and impactful.We seek innovators and trailblazers who bring varying experiences and expertise and share our belief that every child deserves access to an exceptional education. As part of TeamIPS, you’ll create lasting connections, find a sense of belonging, and feel supported to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives.

In return, no matter your role here, we expect a commitment to excellence and accountability. You’ll be held to high standards. Resilience and passion are key—you must be adaptable, handling adversity with flexibility while putting students at the heart of everything you do. Ethical conduct, clear communication, and mutual respect are fundamental. Being a dependable, collaborative team player who builds meaningful relationships is essential.

Together, we are Proving What’s Possible by building a community where everyone belongs and each student has the opportunity to fulfill their potential.

A TEACHING CAREER IN IPS OFFERS…

Purpose and Impact:

• Students First:Teaching for IPS is a rewarding opportunity to support bright, curious students as they shape their futures. We hold ourselves to the highest expectations of excellence, focusing on students’ holistic needs during their educational journey with us.
• Community:Working in a school means it is your home away from home, and you have a school family who supports you and leads with empathy and vision.

Professional and Personal Growth:

• Grow Your Career: We offer professional development and career advancement opportunities, including dedicated mentorship programs for early career teachers.
• Generous Compensation:We’re proud to offer the highest teacher starting pay in Indianapolis and one of the most competitive in the state, with teachers earning $55,600 - $94,000 depending on experience, plus a generous benefits package. Our teacher salaries are continually on the rise, as IPS regularly advocates for stronger teacher compensation.
• Access to Financial Benefits: Working in IPS makes it possible to benefit from federal programs such as Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) or Teacher Loan Forgiveness (TLF), helping reduce the financial burden of student loans.

Work-Life Balance and Well-being:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Access top-tier health plans covering medical, dental, and vision needs, plus IPS offers a private clinic for staff and their families through our partners at Ascension St. Vincent.
• Flexible WellnessLeave: Take the time you need to care for yourself and your family with our generous leave policies. Teachers receive 70 hours of sick leave in their first year (56 hours annually after) for illness, family, or mental health, plus three personal days, two floating holidays, and school breaks. Unlimited accumulated sick leave adds flexibility, supporting teachers’ health and work-life balance.
• Incentivized Discounts through IPS Wellness Program: Opportunities to earn hundreds of dollars off your medical premium by participating in proactive and simple health screenings, plus discounted group fitness classes, health and fitness assessments, personal training, and more.

WHAT WE EXPECT...

Commitment to Excellence:

• High Standards: Strive for the very best in all you do, maintaining high standards for yourself, your students, and your colleagues. Embrace lifelong learning and adapt to new teaching methods and challenges.
• Educational Equity: IPS is deeply committed to breaking down systemic inequities. We do this by “walking the walk” on new policies and practices, building diverse and inclusive classrooms and staff teams, and ensuring our environments are grounded in our values of respect, inclusivity, and educational equity.

Resilience and Passion:

• Dedication to Students: Put students at the heart of your work. Be passionate about their success and well-being.
• Adaptability: Handle adversity with resilience and flexibility. Be prepared for a dynamic work environment.

Professional Integrity:

• Ethical Conduct: Uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. Act responsibly and respectfully toward all individuals, communicate with candor and care.
• Team Player: Be dependable, punctual, and collaborative, contributing positively to our supportive work environment.

JOIN US!

Indianapolis Public Schools is more than a workplace; it’s a community where purpose, impact, and belonging come together to help Prove What’s Possible – in your career and in your school. If you’re ready to embrace challenges, strive for excellence, and make a meaningful impact, IPS is the place for you.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The IPS high ability coach will support the district’s high ability program and the academic vision of Harshman Middle School or Sidener Academy. This is done by providing leadership in the area of high ability education. The high ability coach will provide leadership at their respective building to assist teachers and other school staff in meeting the needs of high ability students.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

The following outlines what your core duties and responsibilities will be for this position and provides a sample overview of what your day-to-day may look like.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

●Ensure instruction aligns with curricula demands and student needs

●Designs and facilitates training for teachers and other school staff

●Assesses the schools professional development needs

●Manage, analyze and utilize student data to drive student support

●Plans, schedules and facilitates teacher meetings focused on high ability best practices

●Develops and models master lessons

●Support the development of all teachers in understanding the high ability curriculum

●Assist teachers with resources, materials, tools, information, etc. to support classroom instruction and planning

●Support teachers and administrators in using data to improve student outcomes

●Informally observe (non-evaluative) lessons and provide feedback for a teacher’s professional growth and students’ success

●Assist in developing interventions and intervention plans for students who need additional support

●Develop plans to support and coach school staff on the development and implementation of effective strategies

●Disseminate information regarding high ability to appropriate sources (e.g. parents, teachers, students, administrators)

●Teach students in intervention groups or whole classes as needed

●Consult with school staff on students being considered for grade or subject acceleration

●Confers with principals and/or teachers on student evaluations as needed

●Consult with school staff to develop high ability students with alternative course work as needed

●Consult on the selection of supplemental equipment and supplies for the high ability program

●Performs additional school support duties as necessary

Day In the Life” Overview

On a regular day, as the High Ability Coach, you might:

●Review student data

●Meet with teachers, school leadership team and other school staff

●Provide instruction and/or enrichment to students

●Provide support to teachers and other school staff

WHAT YOU’LL BRING: SKILLS AND MINDSETS

As an ideal candidate for this role, you will be able to achieve the following:

●In depth understanding of high ability curriculum and best practices

●Organizational and planning abilities

●Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups

●Remain informed of current educational developments related to high ability education

●Participates in continuing professional development seminars devoted to the advancement of high ability education

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

●Indiana teachers license

●Indiana High Ability/Gifted and Talented Endorsement

●3-5 years teaching experience

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR REMOTE WORK:

Not eligible for remote work

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:None.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY:Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but written or oral instructions.Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:Must hold a valid Indiana State Teacher's License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to find, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.The employee is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and humid conditions and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

DISCLAIMER:

The above job description is designed to denote the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.