Middle School ELA Coaching Coordinator

Nimble; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Indianapolis Public Schools is seeking a Middle School ELA Coaching Coordinator to provide data-driven instructional and curricular support, drawing on several years of teaching and coaching experience. The role collaborates with district Learning Team to support PLCs and implement high-quality ELA instruction across buildings.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree, state licensure, and strong communication and organizational skills. Exempt, 12-month calendar, not eligible for remote work.

Qualifications

• Requires Middle School ELA teaching and coaching experience.
• Experience designing and leading professional development sessions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted instructional support to building-level ELA coaches and teachers.
• Strengthen capacity through pacing guides and instructional materials.
• Lead professional development aligned with district priorities.
• Collaborate with district leaders to coordinate school supports.
• Attend PLC meetings and contribute strategic feedback.

Skills

ELA coaching

Leadership

Professional development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching certification

Indiana licensure knowledge

Job description

WELCOME TO INDIANAPOLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS!

At IPS, we believe in the transformative power of education. We work collectively every day to prepare our students for success in the classroom and in life by providing equitable, high-quality educational experiences across our family of schools. IPS is a place to make an impact, grow your career, and ensure every student has access to a high quality education, all while earning a good living in a district on the move. While the work is challenging, it is deeply meaningful and impactful. We seek innovators and trailblazers who bring varying experiences and expertise and share our belief that every child deserves access to an exceptional education. As part of TeamIPS, you’ll create lasting connections, find a sense of belonging, and feel supported to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives.

In return, no matter your role here, we expect a commitment to excellence and accountability. You’ll be held to high standards. Resilience and passion are key—you must be adaptable, handling adversity with flexibility while putting students at the heart of everything you do. Ethical conduct, clear communication, and mutual respect are fundamental. Being a dependable, collaborative team player who builds meaningful relationships is essential.

Together, we are Proving What’s Possible by building a community where everyone belongs and each student has the opportunity to fulfill their potential.

A Career in IPS Offers…

Purpose and Impact:

• Essential Contributions: In every non‑teaching and non‑leadership role, your work directly supports the success of IPS students and schools. Whether you’re maintaining facilities, providing student services, or managing administrative operations, you play a key part in ensuring an equitable and high‑quality educational environment.
• Belonging and Community: IPS is a place where every employee is valued. You’ll join a supportive community that promotes respect, teamwork, and a shared commitment to serving students and families.

Professional and Personal Growth:

• Training and Development Opportunities: IPS offers a variety of training programs to help staff build new skills and grow professionally. This includes access to development opportunities for administrative, technical, and operational roles, as well as pathways to becoming a certified teacher.
• Skill Enhancement: Whether you’re new to your role or seeking to deepen your expertise, IPS provides resources and support for continuous improvement.

Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits:

• Fair Compensation: IPS ensures competitive wages and regularly reviews pay structures to maintain equity.
• Extensive Benefits Package: Employees enjoy comprehensive health coverage, dental and vision plans, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement plans. Additional financial benefits include flexible spending accounts and eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs.

Work-Life Balance and Well-being:

• Generous Leave Policies: IPS offers vacation, personal, and sick leave, along with paid holidays. Twelve‑month employees benefit from floating holidays, and unused personal leave rolls into the sick leave balance.
• Wellness Programs: IPS prioritizes staff well‑being with access to wellness initiatives, including health screenings and an employee assistance program for confidential support and counseling.

What We Expect:

• Professionalism and Reliability: Every role at IPS is vital to the district’s success. We expect staff to demonstrate professionalism, dependability, and a commitment to providing excellent service to students, educators, and families.
• Collaboration and Communication: IPS values teamwork. Working collaboratively with your colleagues ensures a supportive environment for all. Clear communication and mutual respect are key to maintaining this culture.
• Flexibility and Problem‑Solving: As a large, dynamic district, IPS needs staff who are adaptable and proactive in solving problems to meet the ever‑changing needs of students and schools.

JOIN US!

Indianapolis Public Schools is more than a workplace; it’s a community where purpose, impact, and belonging come together to help Prove What’s Possible – in your career and in your school. If you’re ready to embrace challenges, strive for excellence, and make a meaningful impact, IPS is the place for you.

SUMMARY OF OPPORTUNITY:

This is a full‑time, 12 month position and the Middle School ELA Coaching Coordinator will report directly to the appropriate Executive Director of Schools. In collaboration with the District’s broader Learning Team, the Middle School ELA Coaching Coordinator will provide data‑driven, strategic, instructional, and curricular support for all building‑based ELAand instructional coaches. As such they will have Middle School teaching and coaching experience. Candidates will also be prepared to assist in supporting school PLCs.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Core Duties and Responsibilities

We seek exceptional individuals to join IPS’s Learning Team–people with diverse backgrounds and experiences who are inspired by our vision and driven to invest in the academic success of all our students. You'll thrive here if you embrace learning from failure, overcome challenges, build strong relationships, and continuously push yourself, your work, and those around you to new heights.

We expect our Middle School ELA Coaching Coordinator to:

Be a strategic and analytical thinker. As a natural problem solver, you can quickly grasp the big picture, identify root causes, and develop innovative solutions. Your ability to set a clear direction, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment will bring clarity and focus to the complex projects you lead.

Thrive in a dynamic environment. Tight deadlines, shifting priorities, and new projects don’t overwhelm you—they motivate you to excel. Your strategic planning will be the foundation of an efficient and high‑performing team. Colleagues will rely on you to establish systems, develop project plans, and drive successful implementation. You’ll proactively manage tasks across teams to ensure goals are met.

Communicate with clarity and impact. Whether in writing or on the phone, you deliver messages that are clear, concise, and engaging. You tailor your communication to your audience, ensuring every message—whether inspiring or challenging—is delivered with confidence, tact, and professionalism.

Partner with education leaders. You’ll regularly interact with stakeholders, motivating them to make incremental change and take quantum leaps.

Be willing to step up to the plate. You’re eager to contribute and learn, and willing to help identify solutions independently.

An Average “Day In the Life” of the Middle School ELA Coaching Coordinator:

• Provide targeted instructional support to building‑level ELA and instructional coaches, administrators, and teachers through professional development, classroom walkthroughs, model lessons, data analysis, and lesson development training.
• Strengthen the capacity of school teams by creating and implementing standards‑based, content‑specific pacing guides and instructional materials to enhance ELA instruction.
• Serve as a liaison for digital learning platforms, ensuring effective use and integration at the school level.
• Support the implementation and training of district‑approved high‑quality curricular resources, empowering ELA coaches to lead instructional improvements in their buildings.
• Attend building‑based PLC meetings to offer strategic feedback on internalization protocols, assessment strategies, student work analysis, and academic MTSS interventions, fostering collaboration among coaches and staff.
• Collaborate regularly with Executive Directors of Schools to coordinate and align building‑based supports across Learning Communities.
• Design and deliver engaging, high‑impact professional development sessions that align with district strategic priorities and departmental goals, equipping ELA coaches with tools for success.
• Support the continuing implementation of Indianapolis Public Schools’ Rebuilding Stronger plan, ensuring ELA instruction is integrated into the broader vision for student success.
• Other duties as assigned by the Coordinator’s Executive Director of Schools.

WHAT YOU’ll BRING: SKILLS AND MINDSETS:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, fostering effective relationships.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:

• Highly Qualified status as defined by the Indiana Department of Education or their most recent state of employment.
• A bachelor’s degree (required).
• Deep knowledge of English Language Arts
• Familiarity with the Indiana Academic Standards.
• A minimum of 3‑5 years of successful classroom teaching and coaching experience, including collaboration with other teachers and coaches.
• Experience in designing and leading professional development sessions.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to navigate ambiguity and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with other professional staff members.

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR REMOTE WORK:

Not eligible

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

EEOC STATEMENT:

Indianapolis Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, will not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, homelessness or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Indianapolis Public Schools does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias‑based intimidation, threat, or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

DISCLAIMER:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the above representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This job description is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive list of all essential functions and duties performed by the occupant of this position. Factors such as regular and punctual attendance are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function.