Instructional Coach, Literacy (MCPS) (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 a week with the fifth day dedicated to planning and preparing to meet the needs of educators.
• Most weeks will be 40 hour work weeks.
• The Instructional Coach may be asked to support the Amplify PD team on department-wide initiatives on days that educators have off when Amplify is open for business (teacher work days, holidays, winter and summer breaks, school cancellations, etc.).
• This support will vary but may include designing and/or delivering PD through the summer to other districts.
• Collaborate with district/school leadership and the Amplify Literacy Professional Development Strategist to determine the strategy, focus, and a coaching approach for different times of year.
• Partner to adjust course, as needed, with an eye toward improving student outcomes.
• 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.
• Lead classroom observations and provide coaching and feedback to teachers and leaders to strengthen implementation of Amplify's literacy suite.
• Facilitate professional learning communities (PLCs) and office-hour consultations.
• Support data analysis and instructional planning.
• Analyze student work and formative assessment data to support instructional decision-making and responsiveness to learner outcomes.
• Cultivate model classrooms and capture exemplar instructional practices.
• Build knowledge about other Amplify early literacy programs–including CKLA, Boost, and Boost Lectura–in order to support a cohesive educator experience across products.
• Proactively seek out feedback and adapt coaching practice to achieve improved student outcomes.
• Create or customize professional development experiences, as needed.
• Facilitate district-wide professional development sessions–both in person and remotely–as needed, for leaders and teachers.
• Support broader Professional Development initiatives during district closures, breaks, or other periods when Amplify remains open.

Requirements

• Passionate about literacy and deep knowledge of structured literacy.
• Experience leading sustained coaching engagements and professional development for educators in K-5.
• Ability to build relationships with leaders at various levels.
• 5+ years of K-5 ELA 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 supporting HQIM implementation with diverse student populations, including students with IEPs and English Learners, in research-based Literacy practices.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple engagements, competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology-based productivity tools, mainly Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Meet, etc.).
• Must reside in or near Montgomery County, MD and be able to travel locally (up to four days per week) to support educators across the district.

Qualifications

• Must reside in or near Montgomery County, MD and be able to travel locally (up to four days per week) to support educators across the district.
• Preferred Qualifications: Deep knowledge of Maryland’s Literacy Standards, Experience using or supporting Amplify literacy products, 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, Fluent in Spanish, including speaking, reading, and writing, Master's degree in Education or a related field.

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, as much as possible. Any communication to applicants relating to the Amplify hiring process will only come from email addresses with the domain amplify.com. Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Amplify makes employment decisions based on qualifications and merit, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status. Amplify is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in connection with the application or hiring process, please email hiringaccommodations@amplify.com. If you are selected for employment, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination, or submit to enhanced background screening, such as fingerprinting. Amplify is an E-Verify participant.