Instructional Coach at New Story Lancaster, OH

New Story; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekday schedule

Paid time off

Benefits package

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Team collaboration

Job summary

New Story is seeking an Instructional Coach to support students with special needs in the Lancaster area and Central PA campuses. This full-time role focuses on coaching teachers, aligning instruction with standards, and driving school-wide improvement.

Ideal candidates hold a special education degree and PA Instructional II certification, with willingness to travel to multiple Central PA campuses including Reading and Lancaster.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters in special education or related field.
• Current PA Instructional II Special Education certification.
• Willingness to travel to Central PA campuses.

Responsibilities

• Establish Collaborative Coaching Approach.
• Data-Driven School Improvement with leadership.
• Mentor Teachers Through Coaching without evaluation.
• Align Instruction with Standards and Curriculum.
• Enhance Digital‑Age Teaching and Learning.
• Travel to School Locations within Central PA.

Skills

Collaborative coaching

Data-driven improvement

Mentoring teachers

Curriculum alignment

Digital-age teaching

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in special education

PA Instructional II Special Education certification

Job description

Instructional Coach job at New Story. Lancaster, OH.Job Title: Instructional CoachLocation: New Story - Central PA - Full‑time Join New Story, where we believe in the boundless potential of every child and young adult. Our programs are crafted to support each student’s growth, achievement, and development in a safe and nurturing environment. Our dedicated teams work together to ensure that all students and clients can learn, thrive, and reach their fullest potential. If you’re driven by passion, commitment, and a desire to make a lasting impact, New Story is the place for you to help create a brighter future for those we serve.

Why Join Us?

• Weekday Schedule – Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school‑based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
• Paid School Breaks & Time Off – Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer‑paid short‑term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
• Financial Perks – Benefit from a 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer‑paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
• Professional Development – Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
• Supportive Team – Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team‑building events.
• Make an Impact – Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.

Your Role As An Instructional Coach

• Establish Collaborative Coaching Approach – Implement research‑based, student‑centered instructional practices.
• Collaborate on Data‑Driven School Improvement – Work with the school leadership team to evaluate student data in support of effective school improvement planning.
• Mentor Teachers Through Coaching – Provide non‑evaluative, non‑judgmental coaching that builds self‑directedness and internal capacity for planning, self‑assessment, and reflection.
• Align Instruction with Standards and Curriculum – Support teachers in aligning their lesson plans with appropriate core subject standards, adopted curriculum materials, and assessments.
• Enhance Digital‑Age Teaching and Learning – Help sustain dynamic, digital‑age teaching and learning environments that provide engaging education for teachers and students.
• Travel to School Locations – Routinely visit school campuses within the Central PA region (Reading, Lancaster, Carlisle, New Cumberland, Harrisburg, & Kutztown).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in special education, or related field.
• Current, valid PA Instructional II Special Education certification.
• Must be willing to travel to included campuses within the Central PA region.

Preferred (Nice To Have) Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years teaching in a special education classroom.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today!

At New Story Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug‑free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!