Instructional Coach

New London Public Schools; New London (CT); On-site; USD 59,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

New London Public Schools is seeking a dedicated education professional to strengthen instructional practices district‑wide. You will coach teachers, model effective methods, and support literacy, writing and mathematics across the curriculum.

The role requires a valid CSDE educator certificate, at least five years of classroom experience, and strong leadership and collaboration skills. Bilingual ability in Spanish or Haitian Creole is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) educator certificate.
• Minimum of five years successful teaching experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of effective instructional practices.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or Haitian Creole is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen and align instruction to CT State Frameworks and district standards.
• Provide coaching, modeling, and professional development to teachers.
• Assist in planning for standards-based curriculum and instructional methods.
• Support reading, writing, and math proficiency across the curriculum.
• Attend PD and training to enhance skills.
• Collaborate with principal and school improvement team on school goals.

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Organizational skills

Instructional strategies

Technology integration

Education

CSDE educator certificate

Job description

Your next great opportunity starts here! At New London Public Schools, you'll join a welcoming team that celebrates innovation, values every voice, and empowers you to make a lasting impact on students and the community from day one.

Reports to: Assistant Superintendent of Academics/Building Principal

Salary Range: $58,970- $121,955 per year

Employment Terms:

Full-Time, 12-month work year, salary as determined by the Board of Education and the New London Education Association Contract

Bargaining Unit:

NEW LONDON EDUCATION ASSOCIATION

Position Overview:

To strengthen and align instruction to instructional standards and learning outcomes determine by the CT State Frameworks, district curriculum and to work in a consultative fashion with building and district administrators.

• Research, prepare materials, provide content knowledge and resources to school and district staff about teaching and learning including:
• Teaching strategies
• Assessment of student skills
• Practices that promote literacy, writing and mathematics in all content areas
• Interpretation of assessment results, etc.
• Research, provide information, implement and provide feedback regarding a range of effective and innovative practices through various learning opportunities such as:
• Individual discussions (formal and informal);
• Coaching sessions;
• Demonstration lessons with pre- and post- discussion/analysis;
• Study groups;
• Peer Coaching;
• Staff meetings; and
• Professional development programs
• Assists in the planning and support for teachers in the implementation of a standards-based curriculum and appropriate instructional methodologies for all content areas based on student achievement data.
• Attends professional development and specified training to enhance skills.
• Assist the principal and the school improvement team in the planning and implementing of the school's effort to increase the proficiency of reading, writing and math across the curriculum.
• Conducts an observational walk-through with the principal to help identify strengths and weaknesses of instructional practices of the school in general.
• Performs such other related tasks as assigned by the Principal.

Minimum Requirements

• Must hold a valid Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) educator certificate
• Minimum of five years successful teaching experience
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of effective instructional practices

Preferred Requirements

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or Haitian Creole highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills
• Knowledge of coaching and modeling appropriate instructional strategies
• Knowledge of implementing technology into instruction

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave, life and disability insurance, and other fringe benefits. Benefit offerings, eligibility, and terms vary by position and are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement, Board of Education policy, and/or individual employment agreement. Additional information is available on the District's Human Resources website.

Mandatory Pre-Employment Screening & Compliance Notice

In accordance with Connecticut state law, all offers of employment at New London Public Schools are conditional upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background screening and sexual misconduct background check. Candidates must fully comply with the disclosure and employment verification requirements mandated under Conn. Gen. Stat. 10-222c. Failure to provide the required authorizations, complete the statutory screening process, or meet the district's standards of safety and fitness for employment will result in the immediate disqualification of the applicant or the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

New London Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and Connecticut state laws, we do not discriminate based on race, color, religious creed, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.