Instructional Coach [STEM] Gr. 7-12 (SY25-26)

Boston Public Schools; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Public Schools is looking for a committed Instructional Coach to support teachers in enhancing instructional quality. The role involves providing professional development, co-teaching, and analyzing assessment results. Ideal candidates will have a valid teaching license and experience in urban education settings. Join a community dedicated to high expectations and closing the achievement gap.

Benefits

5% additional annual salary compensation

Qualifications

• Experience as a teacher in relevant subjects.
• Proven success in professional development roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional support and technical assistance to teachers.
• Assist in planning effective lessons and conduct demonstration classes.
• Monitor individual teacher progress and participation in professional development.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Leadership

Education

Valid Massachusetts Teaching License

Job description

Boston Green Academy, an innovative “in-district” charter school within the Boston Public Schools, is seeking to hire a committed, skilled and inspiring Assistant Head of School (Upper Grades). Boston Green Academy welcomes diverse students of all abilities, educates and empowers them to succeed in college and career, and prepares them to lead in the sustainability of our community and world. Located in Brighton, BGA serves almost 500 diverse and amazing students in grades 7-12 from all over the City of Boston. To learn more about our school community, please visit www.bostongreenacademy.org

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Instructional Coach who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter. In BPS, the teachers and leaders are committed to high expectations for achievement, equal access to high-quality instruction, and closing the achievement gap among subgroups. BPS offers an environment that supports creativity, innovation, and values teachers’ skills and abilities.

Reports to: Principal/Head of School

Responsibilities

• Provide professional support and technical assistance to teachers, monitoring the full implementation of instructional focus and expectations.
• Assist in planning effective lessons, conduct demonstration classes, co-teach, provide in-class coaching (including videotaping and debriefing), and support professional development activities such as workshops, study groups, and peer observations.
• Support proper implementation of BPS assessments, analyze results, and respond accordingly.
• Maintain detailed logs of activities, objectives, outcomes, next steps, and timelines.
• Monitor individual teacher progress and participation in professional development.
• Participate in professional development activities, including meetings focused on implementation, problem-solving, and training sessions.
• Share leadership in selected instructional focus areas, such as assessment development and data analysis. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications - Required

• Valid Massachusetts Teaching License in relevant content area.
• Experience as a teacher in relevant subjects.
• Proven success in professional development roles, team leadership, or facilitation.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. from the first day of employment.

Qualifications - Preferred

• SEI endorsement or dual certification in ESL.
• Experience in urban education settings.
• Special education certification or expertise.
• Fluency in one of BPS's official languages (Spanish, Creole, Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, Somali) is highly valued.
• Certification in subject area and in Special Education or ESL is preferred for core content teachers.

Terms: BTU, Group I, with an additional 5% of annual salary as compensation. For more details, visit www.bostonpublicschools.org/ohr. The school day varies; some schools have longer hours under the "Schedule A" ELT program.

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