Instructional Manager - Secondary Math

About the role

The Instructional Manager - Secondary Math supports the adoption and implementation of HQIM at partner school districts. They design and deliver training and conduct side-by-side coaching to build educators' capacity to implement HQIM.

Responsibilities

• Coach & Develop Leaders & Teachers (School Year)
• Engage in regular in-person coaching visits with teachers and campus leaders
• Design and deliver in-person and/or virtual professional development sessions to leaders
• Support leaders and teachers to implement high-quality instructional materials (HQIM)
• Review student data and student work to measure and monitor students’ learning
• Utilize and manage coaching trackers that track progress of leaders and teachers’ progress
• Support leaders and leadership teams to internalize research-based curriculum
• Report and work closely with the Managing Director and other team members to plan and execute training, coaching, and other development activities for education leaders
• Provide in-person and remote support to teachers that empowers them to enhance the quality of instruction
• Develop & Refine Coaching and Training Tools (Summer, On-Going as needed)
• Internalize the SustainED Leaders’ coaching model and leadership development programs
• Develop online and physical coaching tools and frameworks to be used in daily and weekly coaching
• Create and refine coaching tools and frameworks that will support teachers to internalize and implement research-based curriculum
• Create and/or refine weekly coaching agendas and coaching plans for ongoing coaching

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of teaching experience and two years of additional leader experience
• Track record of coaching and developing teachers to accelerate learning and growth for all students
• Deep understanding and knowledge of high-quality instructional materials and experience implementing HQIM in districts and schools
• Demonstrated record of academic achievement and improving student outcomes as a teacher and education leader
• Results orientation and commitment to holding self and others accountable for maximizing learning and growth for all students
• The ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as inter- and intra-personal skills
• Experience managing or coaching teachers to achieve ambitious goals
• Significant experience using data to achieve academic results
• Deeply held belief that all children can learn and achieve at high levels regardless of race, gender, or socio-economic background
• Desire to play a major role in the growth and evolution of a transformative startup organization

Requirements

• Graduate degree in education (preferred)
• A minimum of two years teaching experience plus at least two additional years of leader experience
• A minimum of two years in an instructional leadership role (principal, dean/assistant principal, instructional coach, teacher leader, and/or demo teacher)
• Experience coaching and supporting teachers (leading observation and feedback, leading PLC meetings, analyzing data and planning interventions)
• Demonstrated track record of driving strong student outcomes as a teacher and in coaching and developing teachers to accelerate learning for all students
• Commitment to Core Values

Strategic Partner

Meet with school leaders to establish partnerships, collaborate with SustainED Leaders’ team to design and develop programming, and evaluate program effectiveness.

Travel & Working Environment

This is a field-based role, requiring in-field work up to five (5) days per week and occasional out-of-town travel up to ten (10) days per month. A valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle are required for this position. This role requires sitting, standing, and walking for prolonged periods of time and may require lifting and/or moving items up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Hours

Primarily 8 am - 5 pm (hours may vary based on travel or organization needs).

Salary, Benefits, and FLSA Status

• Starting salary range: $80,000 - $95,000
• Benefits package includes: Comprehensive Insurance, Retirement Savings, Bonuses, Paid Time Off, and Travel Support

About SustainED Leaders

SustainED Leaders is a nonprofit organization focused on transformational leadership in public education so that all children can attend a school where the adults have the courage, commitment, and capacity to maximize learning and growth for all students. We design and deliver training and personalized coaching to aspiring and existing school leaders that builds their capacity to lead continuous instructional improvement in schools. Our training and coaching focus on supporting educators to implement evidence and research-based practices and high-quality instructional materials that accelerate the learning and growth of all students.

Equity Statement

SustainED Leaders is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, religion, ancestry, color, race, ethnicity, or creed; LGBTQ+ individuals and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.