Special Education Curriculum & Instruction Coach

green-tree-school-and-services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Green Tree School & Services in Philadelphia seeks a Curriculum & Instructional Specialist to provide non-evaluative coaching and curriculum support to teams across Autism, Emotional Support, and Verbal Behavior programs. You will strengthen evidence-based instruction, align curricula, use student data, and create meaningful learning experiences for students with complex needs.

The role requires a Master’s in Special Education or related field, PA Special Education certificate, 3+ years of

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Special Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
• Valid Pennsylvania Special Education teaching certificate.
• Three or more years of special education teaching experience; coaching or mentoring experience preferred.
• Knowledge of special education regulations, IEP requirements, curriculum design, and evidence-based instructional practices.
• Experience using formal and informal assessments to guide instructional plans, IEPs, behavior intervention plans, and progress monitoring.
• Ability to model effective instructional strategies and support adult learners.
• Strong relationship-building, organization, communication, and professional writing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, instructional technology, and curriculum software.
• Valid Act 34, Act 151, and Act 114 clearances.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and team-based coaching through structured cycles that include pre-conferencing, observation or modeling, debriefing, and follow-up.
• Design and facilitate professional development aligned with school goals, student IEPs, and evidence-based practices.
• Lead Professional Learning Community cycles focused on collaboration, student-data review, and shared instructional planning.
• Support teachers with curriculum mapping, unit planning, formative assessment, progress monitoring, and data‑driven instructional decisions.
• Align reading, writing, and math instruction with social-skills learning, functional communication, self-regulation, and behavioral competencies.
• Support consistent curriculum, instructional materials, and assessment practices across Autism, Emotional Support, and Verbal Behavior programs.
• Help teachers select and implement instructional strategies and interventions based on individual student needs.
• Mentor new teachers and collaborate with educational leaders, specialists, related service providers, families, and external partners.
• Support school-wide testing procedures, staff preparation, and the use of assessment results in instructional planning.
• Maintain coaching logs, monitor program implementation, and provide written updates on instructional effectiveness.

Skills

Coaching

Curriculum design

Data‑driven instruction

Adult learning

Communication

Professional writing

Education

Master’s degree in Special Education

PA Special Education teaching certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Instructional technology

Curriculum software

Job description

Green Tree School & Services in Philadelphia seeks a Curriculum & Instructional Specialist to provide non-evaluative coaching and curriculum support to teams across Autism, Emotional Support, and Verbal Behavior programs. You will strengthen evidence-based instruction, align curricula, use student data, and create meaningful learning experiences for students with complex needs.

The role requires a Master’s in Special Education or related field, PA Special Education certificate, 3+ years of