K-2 Instructional Coach & Leader

Friendship Schools; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendship Public Charter School is seeking dedicated professionals for anticipated vacancies for the 2026–2027 school year in Washington, DC. The role focuses on instructional coaching, leadership development, and supporting teachers to raise student outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Elementary Education (Master's preferred) and at least three years of teaching experience, with strong communication and collaboration skills to lead school-wide improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education is required; Master’s Degree preferred or currently enrolled.
• Experience in instructional coaching or instructional leadership is preferred; strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Experience in an instructional coaching, instructional leadership, or similar role preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to support instruction across multiple elementary content areas.
• A demonstrated track record of instructional leadership and facilitation of adult learning.
• Experience coaching, mentoring, or providing instructional feedback to teachers preferred.
• Strong understanding of curriculum implementation, lesson planning, assessment, differentiation, and data-driven instruction.
• Knowledge of effective practices for supporting students with disabilities and diverse learning needs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Goal and results orientation.
• Superior problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; and
• Ability to thrive and succeed in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Skills

Instructional leadership

Coaching/Mentoring

Data-driven instruction

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education

Master’s Degree preferred

Pursuing Master’s degree

Job description

Friendship Public Charter School is seeking dedicated professionals for anticipated vacancies for the 2026–2027 school year in Washington, DC. The role focuses on instructional coaching, leadership development, and supporting teachers to raise student outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Elementary Education (Master's preferred) and at least three years of teaching experience, with strong communication and collaboration skills to lead school-wide improvements.