Instructional Coach

About the role

EnCircle operates Minnick Schools in various locations serving students from ages 5 to 22 who require additional support to succeed in the classroom. The Instructional Coach plays a crucial role in enhancing student achievement by reflecting on instruction, collaborating with teachers, promoting positive school culture, and using data analysis to guide teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensures curriculum instruction aligns with Minnick initiatives and recognized best practices.
• Analyzes and interprets data to measure curriculum effectiveness and inform instructional decisions.
• Maintains current on educational research, instructional trends, best practices, and state education regulations.
• Supports teachers in implementing curriculum, developing strategies to improve student achievement, and using research-based instructional strategies.
• Provides ongoing coaching and feedback to strengthen instructional practice.
• Assists principals in reviewing lesson plans and providing feedback.
• Promotes and supports the effective use of instructional technology.
• Serves as the School Testing Coordinator (STC).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field, Masters preferred.
• Advanced computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office and Office 365.
• Ability to effectively interact with a diverse group of people in person, by phone, and in writing.
• Ability to maintain records, prepare reports, and complete required paperwork according to agency requirements on a timely basis.
• Valid Virginia Drivers’ License and proof of insurance.
• Able to drive agency vehicles or personal vehicle as needed.
• Able to travel as required.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Driver Requirements policy.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Office 365.
• Knowledge of Virginia Standards of Learning.
• Experience with instructional technology.

Benefits

• Competitive salary starting at $62,000.
• Health coverage options: medical, dental, vision, disability, life, accident, hospital, critical illness, pet.
• Financial benefits: 401(k) with match, retention bonus, early wage access via DailyPay.
• Time off & well-being support: generous PTO, paid holidays, employee assistance program & chaplain services, educational assistance, professional development, Calm app access (for you, friends & family).

Pay

$62,000 starting salary.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-4:00PM.

Driving Specific

The following violations are prohibited within the last 5 years:

• Reckless driving, including speeding 20mph or more over the posted speed limit.
• Driving under the influence/impaired/intoxicated or refusing a blood/breath test.
• Manslaughter or negligent homicide.
• Driving after being declared a habitual offender.
• Driving on a suspended or revoked license.
• Driving a commercial motor vehicle while disqualified, under the influence, with a blood alcohol level of .04 or higher, refusing a blood/breath test, or violating an out-of-service order.
• Injuring a person while racing - felony.
• Felony failure to stop at the scene of a crash where there is injury, death, or property damage of $1000 or more.
• Emergency vehicle violation - death.
• Vehicular assault or willful stopping, impeding, or damaging a vehicle.
• Blocking access to the service facility.
• Attempting to elude police.
• Operating an unsafe vehicle.
• Vulnerable Road User – Death.

The following violations are prohibited within the last 3 years:

• Passing a stopped school bus.
• Careless driving.
• Three or more minor moving violations within the last three years.