Senior Instructional Leader & Coach

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking an instructional leader to guide the development and implementation of high-quality instructional programs aligned to North Carolina standards.

The role includes coaching teachers, facilitating PLCs, and delivering professional development focused on culturally responsive practices and evidence-based instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Valid NC teaching license required.
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in education or related area.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in development and implementation of instructional programs.
• Support teachers through instructional coaching and PLCs.
• Facilitate professional development with culturally responsive practices.
• Model effective teaching strategies and assist with lesson design and classroom management.

Skills

Instructional leadership

Coaching teachers

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Project management

Equity-minded leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Valid NC teaching license

3+ years education experience

Equivalent combination of experience and education

Tools

Infinite Campus

MasteryConnect

i-Ready

Job description

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

Instructional Leadership

• Provide leadership in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of instructional programs aligned to North Carolina Standards and CMS frameworks.
• Support teachers through instructional coaching, feedback cycles, and professional learning communities (PLCs).
• Facilitate professional development that enhances culturally responsive, evidence-based, and immersion-specific instructional practices.
• Model effective teaching strategies and assist teachers with lesson design, differentiation, and classroom management aligned with PBIS expectations.
  
  

Curriculum and Assessment

• Ensure fidelity of implementation for CMS curriculum
• Coordinate the alignment of curriculum, instruction, and assessment across grade levels and language programs.
• Lead data analysis meetings to identify trends, strengths, and areas for growth to inform instructional decision-making.
• Support benchmark, formative, and summative assessment systems including EOG/EOC, i-Ready, and district diagnostics.
  
  

Teacher Development and Evaluation

• Conduct classroom walkthroughs in collaboration with the Principal.
• Provide targeted coaching and follow-up support aligned with teacher growth and evaluation plans.
• Identify and mentor emerging teacher leaders to build instructional capacity schoolwide.
• Support induction and retention of teachers through intentional collaboration, feedback, and recognition systems.
  
  

School Improvement and Innovation

• Serve as a core member of the School Leadership and School Improvement Teams.
• Assist with development, implementation, and monitoring of the School Improvement Plan and academic SMART goals.
• Collaborate with the Principal to design and evaluate intervention plans that improve academic outcomes for multilingual learners and historically marginalized student groups.
• Build and sustain strong relationships among staff, students, and families to ensure a collaborative school community.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of K-8 curriculum, instruction, and assessment strategies.
• Strong understanding of culturally responsive pedagogy, equity-centered leadership, and inclusive practices.
• Ability to analyze and interpret student performance data to guide instructional decisions.
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop teachers through adult learning principles.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with instructional technology, CMS platforms (e.g., Infinite Campus, MasteryConnect, i-Ready), and data tools.
• Capacity to balance multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a diverse school environment.
  
  

Salary/Status

Teacher Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months

Reports To

Principal

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid NC teaching license required
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in education or related area required
• Equivalent combination of experience and education
  
  

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a NC Driver's License or ability to provide own transportation.
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings