Advanced Learning Instructional Coach

SUMMARY

The Advanced Learning Instructional Coach is responsible for supporting high-quality instruction for advanced and gifted learners by strengthening teacher capacity, promoting research-based gifted pedagogy, and advancing rigorous instructional practices. This role centers on instructional support, coaching, and professional learning, not compliance or program management. All coaching interactions are non-evaluative and designed to support professional growth.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide job-embedded, non-evaluative coaching to teachers
• Model instructional strategies aligned to gifted and advanced learner needs
• Support differentiation, rigor, and depth of knowledge
• Aid with lesson design and instructional planning
• Support teachers in implementing research-based gifted practices
• Promote instructional strategies that extend complexity and challenge
• Develop exemplar resources and instructional supports
• Support enrichment and extension structures
• Design and facilitate professional learning related to advanced learners
• Collaborate with curriculum and instructional leadership
• Share best practices and instructional tools

Supervisory Responsibilities

All coaching interactions, observations, and feedback are non-evaluative and designed solely to support instructional growth.

Competencies

• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Integrity/Ethics
• Teamwork
• Professionalism

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education
• Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) Certificate
• Georgia Gifted Endorsement/Certification
• Minimum of four (4) years of successful teaching experience
• Clear Fingerprint/Background Check Required

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of Gifted Education federal and state laws, rules, policies, and procedures
• Knowledge of the GaDOE Gifted Standards/Requirements and Gifted Program Implementation Models
• Knowledge of the SCSC Comprehensive Performance Framework
• Knowledge of GaDOE CCRPI
• Advanced data analysis skills
• Knowledge of the Georgia Performance Standards and GADOE Implementation Manual
• Proficiency in using computer-based software and online resources to develop training materials
• Experience using search engines (Internet) for research projects
• Desire to research and learn new technology skills and platforms
• Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
• Ability to manage competing priorities with attention to deadlines
• Strong critical thinking, planning, and writing skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate and communicate effectively within a team
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation
• Ability to be flexible and adaptive to ensure excellent student outcomes
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Consistent access to reliable high-speed internet
• Valid driver's license and availability of private transportation
• Ability to travel 25% of the time as required

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is a primarily remote position. The office noise level is usually moderate (computers, printers, and light foot traffic). During critical periods, additional in-office days may be required. May require traveling up to 25% of the time. In-person attendance at professional development, training, conferences, job fairs, meetings, evaluations, school events, marketing events, and testing sites will be required several times per year. Light lifting required.