NMSI Instructional Coach

Paycom - ATS; United States; Remote; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with up to 6% employer match

Fully vested on day one

Background checks as a condition of @

Job summary

National Math and Science Initiative is seeking a part-time, hourly Coach to deliver professional development for math and science educators nationwide. You will develop curricular materials, run training events, and model high-quality instructional practices both online and in-person.

The role supports content workshops and leadership workshops, with occasional travel for in-person events. Remote work from anywhere in the contiguous United States is supported, reporting to the Manager, Program

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of K–12 teaching experience in a specific content area.
• Strong knowledge of college-readiness standards (AP, CCSS, NGSS).
• Ability to design and facilitate adult learning and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional development for teachers and leaders online and in-person.
• Develop and pilot curricular materials for educators and students.
• Produce tailored training events for partner districts.
• Create new content including activities, lessons, and units.
• Model effective teaching strategies for stakeholders.
• Promote NMSI mission and recruit coaches as needed.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Content Pedagogy

LMS Proficiency

Effective Communication

Flexibility & Adaptability

AP/NGSS Knowledge

Tools

Maple LMS

Canvas LMS

Google Classroom

Articulate (Storyline/Studio)

Job description

About UsAt the National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI), we are a vibrant, nonprofit organization committed to transforming education. We believe that every student deserves access to high-quality math and science education. Since our founding in 2007, we’ve empowered over 2.9 million students and 72,000 teachers across 1800 high schools in 43 states. Our staff are the heartbeat of our mission, driving impactful programs that foster success in the 21st-century global economy.Why Should You Become A NMSI Coach?Collaborate and learn alongside outstanding coaches within your subject areaDevelop effective strategies and best practices for facilitating learning with adult educatorsServe as a STEM literacy advocate and help advance high-quality instructionContribute to the development of curricular materials used by a national audienceBuild a strong national network of educator colleagues and professional connectionsEarn additional income while maintaining your current full-time roleNMSI Coaches partner with teachers and school leaders in both virtual and in-person settings to strengthen instructional practices and improve student achievement in Math, Science, and English classrooms.NMSI is currently seeking coaches with at least three years of experience in the following areas:Math:Grades 3–5Science:Grades 3–5Grades 6-8High School ScienceAP ChemistryAP Environmental ScienceAP Physics 1Leadership:Campus or district-level leadership experienceWhat You’ll Do All DayAs a Coach, you will play an essential role in advancing our mission. You will collaborate with a passionate team to craft and implement strategies that elevate the future of math and science education. The Coach directly impacts our mission by supporting our professional development services through Content Workshops, Vertical Team Trainings, Curriculum Implementation Trainings, 1:1 Coaching, and STEM Leadership Workshops.Your day-to-day activities will include:Delivering professional development for teachers and leaders in both online and in-person environments (in-person events may require single or multi-day travel)Developing, editing, and piloting curricular materials for educators and studentsProducing and delivering customized and tailored training events for partner districtsDeveloping new educational content, including model activities, lessons, and units for educators and student audiencesModeling teaching strategies and content-driven activities for NMSI stakeholdersSharing feedback and insights from training to inform future programmingServing as an ambassador for NMSI and NMSI’s mission and values to schools, teachers, and studentsPromoting NMSI in your professional networks and support coach recruitment as neededOther duties as assignedThe Coach will report to a Manager, Program Design & Innovation and is a temporary part-time hourly position offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within the contiguous United States. Occasional travel is required for in-person meetings, conferences, and events.What We’re Looking ForWe seek individuals who have:Experience: Deep knowledge of content, pedagogy, and instructional practices, with at least three years of teaching experience within a specific K–12 content area or grade band.College-Readiness Expertise: Strong familiarity with state and national teaching standards related to college readiness, including frameworks such as AP assessment standards, the Common Core State Standards, and the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).Understanding of Effective Teaching and/or School Leadership: Demonstrated understanding of what effective teaching and school leadership look like, along with a strong commitment to rigorous, high-quality instruction.Technology Proficiency: Ability to facilitate learning experiences in an online learning management system (LMS) such as Maple, Canvas, or Google Classroom. Skills include, but are not limited to:Navigating and creating course content within an LMS such as Maple or Google ClassroomDesigning engaging learning experiences for teachers and students using content authoring tools such as ArticulateExpert Communicator: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, direct, and constructive feedback.Flexibility: Comfortable working in an evolving environment with competing priorities. Availability and flexibility to support school-day events as needed is a plus.Growth Mindset: Demonstrates a willingness to learn from challenges, actively give and receive feedback, and commit to ongoing professional development in adult learning and facilitation.Commitment: Ability to facilitate up to 100+ hours of teacher- or leader-facing events throughout the program year. While many events occur during the summer, some weekday and Saturday events may take place during the school year.Preferred Experience: Experience with STEM-focused learning, work in high-need schools or with high-need populations, and a demonstrated record of improving student achievement. AP Reader experience is preferred for coaches supporting AP teachers and students. Experience coaching teachers in modifying, adapting, or extending curricula to better meet student needs and facilitating professional development is also preferred.What Do We Offer?The starting hourly range for this position is $35.00, commensurate with experience. We take pay equity seriously and strive to ensure fair compensation for all team members. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:401(k) with up to 6% employer match, fully vested on day oneAdditional InformationCandidates must pass county, state, and federal-level criminal background checks as a condition of employment. Positions with fiduciary responsibilities may require additional checks.This job description is not exhaustive; additional functions and requirements may be assigned as necessary.Equal Opportunity EmployerNMSI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. We comply with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.