Director of Implementation, Design, and Coaching - Math

What We Do
At Leading Educators (LE), we know that excellent teaching is the most important driver of student success. The moment a student steps foot in the classroom, their opportunity to learn depends on how prepared their teacher is to translate complex content knowledge, standards, and their knowledge of that student into lessons that help them learn deeply and apply their thinking to the real world.

About the Role

Imagine a role where your expertise in instructional leadership directly transforms how teachers deliver mathematics instruction to students. As the Director of Implementation, Design, and Coaching - Math, you'll be the driving force behind systemic instructional improvement across multiple schools in South San Francisco Unified School District. You'll own the full lifecycle of implementation—from strategic launch through measurable impact—while serving as both a strategic partner to district leaders and a hands-on instructional coach who designs and facilitates professional learning that sticks.

Responsibilities

• Own the full lifecycle of implementation—from strategic launch through measurable impact
• Serve as both a strategic partner to district leaders and a hands-on instructional coach
• Translate complex district priorities into actionable project plans
• Monitor progress with precision and adjust strategies in real-time based on qualitative and quantitative data
• Strengthen K-8 math instruction through collaborative learning cycles, student work analysis, and curriculum implementation aligned to Illustrative Mathematics
• Work shoulder-to-shoulder with teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators to strengthen instructional practices
• Provide instructional coaching to school and district leaders that strengthens their ability to observe instruction, identify look-fors aligned to curriculum, and give actionable feedback
• Lead complex implementation efforts across multiple schools or at the district level, with accountability for measurable instructional outcomes
• Design professional learning cycles that translate standards, curriculum, and instructional research into teacher practice and measurable outcomes
• Manage timelines, milestones, and stakeholder expectations for complex implementation efforts
• Translate strategy into clear, sequenced action plans with defined owners, check-in points, and accountability for outcomes
• Develop the instructional leadership capacity of others—whether through direct coaching, feedback, or mentoring team members to strengthen their design and coaching skills

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in education, instructional leadership, curriculum implementation, or district-level instructional support
• Deep content expertise in K-8 mathematics instruction, coaching, and instructional leadership, with demonstrated knowledge of Illustrative Mathematics and California ELD Standards
• Proven track record leading complex implementation efforts across multiple schools or at the district level, with accountability for measurable instructional outcomes
• Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating professional learning that is standards-aligned, coherent, and produces measurable changes in teacher practice
• Experience providing instructional coaching to school or district leaders that strengthens their practice and leadership effectiveness
• Experience serving as a primary client or partner relationship owner within a district or multi-school context, managing expectations and maintaining accountability for satisfaction and impact
• Experience translating district or organizational strategy into actionable project plans with clear milestones, sequencing, and accountability for outcomes
• Experience managing and developing staff or team members, with responsibility for ensuring quality execution and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Expertise in designing and facilitating high-quality professional learning cycles that translate standards, curriculum, and instructional research into teacher practice and measurable outcomes
• Leading complex, multi-school implementation efforts with accountability for measurable results, while managing timelines, milestones, and stakeholder expectations
• Providing instructional coaching to school and district leaders that strengthens their ability to observe instruction, identify look-fors aligned to curriculum, and give actionable feedback
• K-8 mathematics instruction, Illustrative Mathematics curriculum, California ELD Standards, and evidence-based instructional practices that accelerate student learning

Skills

• Expertise in instructional leadership and curriculum implementation
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously
• Proficiency in using data to inform decision-making
• Experience with instructional coaching and professional development

Benefits

• Compensation: Base salary range is $103,649 to $140,231 per year. Most new hires enter the range at a specific point based on their qualifications and the role level. For this position, the standard starting salary is $121,940, which is based on meeting the minimum requirement of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Benefits: 100% paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for individual employees. Additional premium costs are covered 60% by Leading Educators for partners and dependents on medical, dental, and vision plans. 4% matching 401k plan, Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, childcare and commuter expenses, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time Off: First three years of employment, full time staff accrue 22 days a year. Five additional days are accrued after the third and sixth year of employment. Leading Educators also offer 16 additional paid days off for various holidays, including three floating holidays staff may use at their discretion.

Pay

Compensation: If hired for this position, the base salary range is $103,649 to $140,231 per year. Most new hires enter the range at a specific point based on their qualifications and the role level. For this position, the standard starting salary is $121,940, which is based on meeting the minimum requirement of 8 years of relevant experience.

Schedule

Travel Requirements: This role requires regular travel to schools within the Northern California Area: San Francisco, South San Francisco, Oakland (ideal location), San Mateo, East Palo Alto, Richmond, Albany, Newark, CA, San Leandro, Berkeley, Walnut Creek, San Jose, San Rafael. National travel is required for organizational retreats, program delivery, job-related meetings and events, and professional development opportunities. Outside of the above mentioned travel, this person will work from a home office that must be located in or near the approved cities above.