Instructional Coach

New Story Schools (PA); West Hempfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

New Story Schools is seeking an Instructional Coach in Pennsylvania to strengthen teaching practice through collaborative, student-centered coaching. You will build educator capacity and support high-quality instruction that helps all learners grow.

You’ll coach teachers using observation, modeling, dialogue, and co-teaching, align instruction with standards, and provide professional development to boost educator effectiveness while working with school leaders on data-driven improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in special education or a related field.
• Valid Pennsylvania Instructional II Special Education certification.
• Experience supporting instructional practice through coaching or mentoring.
• Strong knowledge of standards-based instruction and curriculum alignment.

Responsibilities

• Coach teachers using observation, modeling, dialogue, and co-teaching practices.
• Support alignment of instruction with standards, curriculum, and assessments.
• Promote inclusive, engaging, student-centered learning environments.
• Provide professional development to increase educator effectiveness.
• Collaborate with school leaders to analyze data and support improvement planning.

Skills

Coaching experience

Collaboration

Standards-based instruction

Relationship building

Education

Special education degree

Job description

At New Story Schools, we serve students ages 5–21 with autism and emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Guided by individualized learning, therapeutic integration, and collaboration, we empower students to grow and prepare for meaningful adult lives. Join our team and help students write their new story.

As the Instructional Coach at New Story Schools, you will strengthen teaching practice through collaborative, student-centered coaching. Your work builds educator capacity, promotes high-quality instruction, and supports positive outcomes for all learners.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in special education or a related field

• Valid Pennsylvania Instructional II Special Education certification

• Experience supporting instructional practice through coaching or mentoring

• Strong knowledge of standards-based instruction and curriculum alignment

• Ability to build trust through non-evaluative, collaborative relationships

What You’ll Do

• Coach teachers using observation, modeling, dialogue, and co-teaching practices

• Support alignment of instruction with standards, curriculum, and assessments

• Promote inclusive, engaging, student-centered learning environments

• Provide professional development to increase educator effectiveness

• Collaborate with school leaders to analyze data and support improvement planning

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays

• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings

• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training

• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources

• Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

New Story Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].