Instructional Coach, Literacy (Fixed-Term)

About the role

Amplify helps teachers bring delight and rigor to students every day. We have become a leader in K–12 literacy, biliteracy, math, and science by building inspiring teaching and learning experiences based on research. The Amplify Classroom platform combines curriculum, assessment, and supplemental learning into one coherent high-quality instructional system. A pioneer in education since 2000, Amplify has developed deep relationships in states and districts by partnering with educators to drive implementation quality and improved outcomes. Today, Amplify serves more than 18 million students and teachers across all 50 states and on six continents.

Responsibilities

• Support educators on-site up to four days per week with the fifth day dedicated to planning and preparing to meet the needs of educators.
• May be asked to support the Amplify PD team on department-wide initiatives on days that Edison Twp. leaders have off when Amplify is open for business (i.e. teacher work days, holidays, winter and summer breaks, school cancellations, etc.).
• Collaborate with district/school leadership and the Amplify Literacy Professional Development Strategist assigned to the district/school to determine the strategy, focus, and coaching approach for different times of the year.
• Partner with district/school leadership to adjust course, as needed, with an eye toward improving student outcomes.
• Lead observations and provide feedback to teachers and leaders in order to strengthen the implementation of Amplify's Literacy suite, ultimately leading to stronger student outcomes.
• Conduct model lessons and co-teach alongside classroom teachers.
• Support unit or lesson planning with grade-level teams and/or individual teachers.
• Lead lesson study cycles for teachers.
• Provide recommendations to school leadership designed to enhance outcomes and equity of learning for diverse student populations, including students with learning and thinking differences and English Learners.
• Facilitate PLCs for leaders and/or teachers including supplementary office hour consultations.
• Support data analysis and instructional planning with grade-level teams and/or individual teachers and reading leaders.
• Analyze student work and formative assessment data to support instructional decision-making and responsiveness to learner outcomes.
• Cultivate model classrooms as a means of elevating and replicating best practices for planning and instruction.
• Proactively seek out feedback and adapt practice based upon the feedback and what is leading to improved student outcomes.
• Create or customize professional development experiences, as needed.
• Facilitate district-wide professional development sessions (in person and remote), as needed, for leaders and teachers.

Qualifications

• Passionate about literacy and deep knowledge of the science of reading and writing.
• Experience leading sustained coaching engagements and professional development for educators in K-5 or 6-8.
• 5+ years of K-5 or 6-8 Literacy teaching experience, leading to demonstrable results for students.
• Experience working on collaborative projects with leaders and teachers.
• Experience in guiding teams of educators through change management processes.
• Experience analyzing data and using it to inform practice.
• Proven efficacy in time management while managing multiple engagements and competing priorities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology-based productivity tools, mainly Google Applications.
• Able to travel locally (up to 4 days per week) across the Edison Twp., New Jersey area to support educators.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Amplify CKLA or experience teaching Amplify CKLA.
• 10+ years of K-5 or 6-8 teaching and leadership experience, leading to demonstrable results for students.
• Ability to support educators in a remote learning environment, if needed.
• Master’s or Advanced Degree in Education.

Additional Information

Location: This position requires that the Instructional Coach, Literacy is permitted to work in the US, have residency in the US, and possess a valid US driver’s license. The specialist must reside in or near Edison Twp., New Jersey area to support educators across the district. The Coach may be asked to deliver sessions throughout the country based on business needs and during school closures or if the contract terminates early.

Travel: Local travel is required and considered an essential job function. Car mileage and related expenses for professional development delivery are reimbursed in accordance with company expense policy.

Benefits: Fixed-term employees are Amplify employees with a defined assignment end date as part of their employment offer. As a fixed-term employee, you will have an opportunity to participate in a broader base of Amplify programs, including our Health and Wellness benefits, 401(K), Paid Time Off and holidays, and Training Opportunities. Time off will be taken in coordination with the district calendar.