K-3 Instructional Coach

Matchbook Learning; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Tuition reimbursement

PGP credits

Health & dental insurance

401(k) match

PTO

Breaks and holidays

Remote/flexible summer schedule

Job summary

Matchbook Learning in Indianapolis seeks a K–3 Instructional Coach who can observe, model, and guide teachers toward stronger early literacy and math instruction. You will deliver clear, growth‑oriented feedback and work closely with a collaborative coaching team to accelerate student learning.

You will lead data meetings, use screening data to guide intervention, and build professional capacity through targeted coaching cycles and PD sessions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• Valid Indiana teaching license.
• Indiana Reading Endorsement — required.
• Minimum 3 years of successful K–3 classroom teaching.
• Ability to coach, mentor, or lead adult learners.
• Deep knowledge of Indiana K–3 reading milestones and IREAD‑3.
• Data analysis skills to interpret reports and plan next steps.
• High level of professionalism, punctuality, and reliability.
• Strong communication skills — clear, direct, warm, solution-focused.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular, structured classroom observations with coaching look-fors aligned to Tier 1 expectations.
• Deliver actionable feedback to K–3 teachers after observations.
• Model lessons and co-teach to demonstrate best practices in early literacy and math.
• Lead data meetings using assessment results to drive instruction and identify gaps.
• Track teacher growth and student outcomes to adjust coaching priorities.
• Communicate urgency around Indiana K–3 reading milestones and IREAD‑3 expectations.
• Administer and interpret Core Phonics Screener and Acadience Reading data.
• Collaborate with coaching leadership on school-wide instructional priorities.
• Facilitate professional development sessions and coaching cycles.
• Maintain coaching logs and data tracking for accountability and reflection.
• Support summer planning tasks and be responsive during summer months.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring adults

Data analysis

Communication

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

MATCHBOOK LEARNING

Wendell Phillips School 63 | Indianapolis, Indiana

K–3 Instructional Coach

Academic Coaching | Grades K–3 | Full-Time, Salaried

1 Position Available | Salary: Competitive, Based on Experience & Licensure

Our Vision

At Matchbook Learning, our vision is simple: every child is known, loved, and flourishing. We are a tuition‑free public charter school proudly rooted in the Hallville neighborhood of Indianapolis, serving K‑8 students at Wendell Phillips School 63. Our students come with high needs and extraordinary potential — and our staff shows up every day to meet both.

Half of our student population are Multilingual Learners. We serve students with a wide range of learning needs and we are proud to be in this community. Our coaches are at the center of making great instruction happen — you will work alongside a visible, supportive leadership team, a strong network of teachers who want to grow, and a school community that is deeply invested in doing right by every child.

About This Role

We are looking for a K–3 Instructional Coach who understands what great early literacy and math instruction looks like — and who has the skills, urgency, and professionalism to help teachers get there. This is not a compliance role. This is a coaching role: you observe, model, give clear action steps, follow up, and celebrate growth.

You will work shoulder‑to‑shoulder with K–3 classroom teachers every single day. You will bring data to every conversation. You will communicate a clear sense of urgency around Indiana's K–3 reading milestones — especially IREAD‑3 — because you understand what is at stake if students don't get there.

You will be supervised by a Lead Coach and work as part of a collaborative coaching team committed to continuous improvement at every level.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular, structured classroom observations with clear coaching look‑fors aligned to Tier 1 instructional expectations
• Deliver direct, actionable, and growth-oriented feedback to K–3 teachers following every observation
• Model lessons and co‑teach alongside teachers when needed to demonstrate high‑quality early literacy and math instruction
• Lead data meetings using NWEA, IREAD, and formative assessment results to drive instruction and identify students needing intervention
• Track teacher growth and student outcome data over time — and use that data to adjust coaching priorities
• Communicate a clear and consistent sense of urgency around Indiana K–3 reading milestones, including IREAD‑3 expectations and consequences
• Administer, interpret, and use Core Phonics Screener data to identify phonics gaps and inform intervention groupings
• Administer, interpret, and use Acadience Reading (DIBELS) benchmark and progress monitoring data to track student literacy growth
• Support implementation of reading intervention programs (e.g., UFLI, SIOP‑aligned strategies) with fidelity
• Collaborate with the Lead Coach, AP of Academics, and school leadership on school‑wide instructional priorities
• Facilitate professional development sessions and coaching cycles that are practical, relevant, and directly connected to classroom practiceBuild trusting, professional relationships with teachers — modeling the same growth mindset you expect from them
• Maintain detailed coaching logs, observation records, and data tracking to support accountability and reflection
• Support summer preparation and planning tasks as needed while working remotely; must be available and responsive during summer months

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field
• Valid Indiana teaching license
• Indiana Reading Endorsement — required, non‑negotiable
• Minimum 3 years of successful K–3 classroom teaching experience
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, or lead adult learners
• Deep knowledge of Indiana K–3 reading milestones, IREAD‑3 standards, and early literacy best practices
• Comfort with data analysis — you can read a data report, explain what it means, and turn it into next steps
• High level of professionalism, punctuality, and reliability — you model what you expect
• Strong communication skills — clear, direct, warm, and solution‑focused

Preferred:

• Experience in an instructional coaching, literacy specialist, or curriculum leadership role
• Familiarity with SIOP, UFLI, or other research‑based reading frameworksExperience working in a high‑need, urban school community
• Experience administering and interpreting the Core Phonics Screener — required
• Experience administering and interpreting Acadience Reading (DIBELS) — required
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Professional Development & Support

At Matchbook Learning, coaches are invested in just as deeply as the teachers they serve. You will work within a professional structure that supports your growth and gives you the tools to do this work with confidence and impact.

• Supervised by and in regular collaboration with the Lead Coach — you will have a thought partner and support system
• Access to school‑wide data systems and real‑time student progress monitoring
• Participation in school‑wide professional learning and leadership team meetings
• SIOP‑aligned frameworks and coaching tools provided — you are not building from scratch
• Opportunities for professional growth and continued learning in instructional leadership
• PGP credits available for license renewal

You will not go it alone. Our full leadership and support structure includes:

• Lead Coach — your direct supervisor and professional collaborator
• Assistant Principal of Academics & Tier 1 Instructional Systems
• Assistant Principal of Student Supports & Tier 3 Behavior
• Two School Counselors
• Director of Competency‑Based Learning
• Data & Assessment Coordinator
• Dean of Students and Dedicated Restorative Team
• MLL Director with dedicated ongoing language support
• Large bilingual staff throughout the building
• Two MLL Academic Specialists providing push‑in support
• Special Education Coordinator and a large, dedicated Special Education team
• Instructional Assistant dedicated to producing and collecting materials for teachers

A Whole-Child School

All students K–8 at Matchbook Learning receive Music, Physical Education, PLTW (Project Lead The Way), and College & Career Readiness classes as part of their school day. Our students graduate eighth grade having already chosen a career pathway — entering high school with purpose, direction, and skills ready for today's workforce. As a coach, you are helping build the foundation that makes all of that possible.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience & licensure
• Tuition reimbursement — up to $2,500 per semester
• PGP credits for license renewal
• Fall break, winter break (2 weeks), spring break & summer
• 5% 401(k) match — dollar for dollar, vested at 90 days
• 10 PTO days (prorated if mid-year start)
• 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM school day
• July 4th week off (before, during, or after)
• Health & dental insurance
• $1,500 perfect attendance bonus
• Thanksgiving week fully off
• Remote/flexible summer schedule with on‑call availability

Summer Schedule

Coaches work remotely for most of the summer with on‑call availability. You will be expected to complete planning tasks, review data, and prepare for the upcoming school year. This is a professional role — responsiveness and follow‑through matter even in summer months.

What We Expect

• An Indiana Reading Endorsement — this is required, not preferred
• Genuine comfort working with adults — you know how to build trust, give hard feedback, and celebrate growth
• Clear, direct, actionable coaching — teachers leave every conversation knowing exactly what to work on next
• A deep sense of urgency around K–3 reading milestones — you understand what IREAD‑3 means for a student's future and communicate that clearly
• Professionalism and punctuality — you are present, prepared, and consistent every single day
• Love of data — you use numbers to tell a story, drive decisions, and hold yourself accountable
• A growth mindset — you coach it in others because you live it yourself
• Reliability — teachers, administrators, and students count on you to follow through

Matchbook Learning │ Wendell Phillips School 63 │ Indianapolis, Indiana

Matchbook Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace for all staff and students. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.