Instructional Coach (Prek-2)

Eastford Road School; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Southbridge Public Schools Eastford Road School in Southbridge, MA seeks an Instructional Coach for PreK-2 to build teacher capacity and strengthen instruction across the school. The coach will model practices, provide coaching, and lead professional learning to improve literacy, math, and data-informed decision making.

The successful candidate will collaborate with teachers, administrators, and district partners to support continuous improvement and student achievement, with an emphasis on

Qualifications

• M. Ed. in reading, education, special education, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group coaching to support lesson planning and reflection.
• Model effective instructional practices through demonstration lessons, co-teaching, peer observation, and mentoring.
• Support teachers in addressing the needs of struggling learners and students requiring additional intervention.
• Develop and facilitate professional learning aligned with school and district instructional priorities.
• Foster collaboration and professional learning communities focused on continuous improvement and vertical alignment.
• Analyze assessment data and student work to inform instruction.
• Collaborate with school leadership to identify instructional priorities and monitor progress toward goals.
• Participate in coaching, leadership, and professional learning activities.

Skills

Literacy coaching

Math instruction

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

M. Ed. in reading, education, special education, or related field

MA Reading certification

Job description

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Instructional Coach (Prek-2)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5892058
Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Background on Southbridge Public Schools:

Southbridge Public Schools serves approximately 2,200 students across six schools and is a district on the move. With several years of focused turnaround work, Southbridge is seeing encouraging progress in student achievement, academic growth, attendance, and staff retention. The district is entering an important new phase—building on that progress while continuing to strengthen instruction, school culture, and opportunities for students. With strong partnerships, new investments, and a growing focus on what works, Southbridge offers educators the opportunity to join a team that is improving and to have a real role in shaping what comes next.

More information about Southbridge Public Schools can be foundhere .

Position Description:

The Instructional Coach is responsible for building teacher capacity and supporting high-quality, accessible instruction across the school. The position works collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and leadership teams to strengthen curriculum implementation, research-based instructional practices, assessment, and the use of student data to improve outcomes for all students.

The Instructional Coach provides individualized and small-group coaching, models effective instructional practices, facilitates professional learning, supports collaborative planning, and helps teachers use assessment data and student work to identify and respond to individual student needs. The Coach serves as a catalyst for a strong professional learning community focused on continuous improvement, integrated learning, vertical articulation, student engagement, and achievement.

Major Responsibilities:

Instructional Coaching

• Provide individual and small-group coaching to support effective lesson planning, instruction, and reflection.
• Model effective instructional practices through demonstration lessons, co-teaching, peer observation, and mentoring.
• Support teachers in addressing the needs of struggling learners and students requiring additional intervention.

Curriculum & Professional Learning

• Support curriculum implementation, planning, development, and revision.
• Develop and facilitate professional learning aligned with school and district instructional priorities.
• Foster collaboration and professional learning communities focused on continuous improvement and vertical alignment.

Assessment & Data

• Support teachers in administering, analyzing, and using assessment data and student work to inform instruction.
• Collaborate with school leadership to identify instructional priorities and monitor progress toward student achievement goals.

Collaboration & School Improvement

• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and district partners to strengthen instructional practice and student outcomes
• Prioritize instructional support for new and developing teachers.
• Participate in coaching, leadership, and professional learning activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1. M. Ed. in reading, education, special education, or related field.
• 2. Three to five years prior K-5 teaching experience preference
• 3. Valid MA Reading certification
• 4. Experience and skill as a coach or mentor for teachers on literacy and math related topics.
• 5. Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• 6. Deep understanding of scientifically based reading research and evidence-based practices for teaching K- 5 literacy, assessment of student growth, change process, and adult learning.
• 7. Deep understanding of current math instructional practices
• 8. Ability to work independently

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $53,500 to $75,500 Please see our Salary Schedule (Enter website here)

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 132 Torrey Road
• Southbridge, Massachusetts 01550
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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