Instructional Excellence Coach: Elevate Teaching & Outcomes

Nlcphs; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

North Lawndale College Prep seeks an Instructional Excellence Coach to boost teacher effectiveness and student achievement. The role centers on data‑driven instruction, collaboration, and ongoing professional development within NLCP’s academic framework.

The coach will lead one‑on‑one and group coaching, observe classrooms, and provide actionable feedback. Collaboration with MTSS, special education teams, and administrators is essential to advancing equity and instructional quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field (required) (Masters preferred).
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator's License (PEL) preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in teaching, instructional leadership, or an academic leadership role.
• Experience using student data to drive intervention planning and instructional decision-making.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to engage with teachers, administrators, and families.
• Knowledge of evidence-based academic and behavioral interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide one‑on‑one and small group coaching and supervisions to teachers to strengthen instructional practices, support lesson planning, and improve student outcomes.
• Conduct classroom observations, followed by actionable feedback and collaborative reflection cycles.
• Support teachers in implementing culturally responsive and evidence‑based instructional strategies aligned to NLCP's academic framework.
• Collaborate with teachers to analyze student work and assessment data to inform instruction and differentiate support.
• Model high‑impact instructional practices through demonstration lessons and co‑teaching.
• Coach teachers on how to implement instructional modifications and accommodations for diverse learners including IEPs and ELs.
• Collaborate with MTSS and Special Education teams to ensure inclusive practices across classrooms.

Skills

Coaching

Data analysis

Collaboration

Professional development

Instructional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Illinois PEL preferred

Masters preferred

Tools

Google Suite

Student Information Systems

Job description

North Lawndale College Prep seeks an Instructional Excellence Coach to boost teacher effectiveness and student achievement. The role centers on data‑driven instruction, collaboration, and ongoing professional development within NLCP’s academic framework.

The coach will lead one‑on‑one and group coaching, observe classrooms, and provide actionable feedback. Collaboration with MTSS, special education teams, and administrators is essential to advancing equity and instructional quality.