Instructional Coach, Literacy - Perry Township Schools (ELA) (Fixed Term)

A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 15 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visit amplify.com. Amplify builds innovative and compelling digital educational products that empower teachers and students across the country. We have a long history as the leading innovator in K-12 education - and have been described as the best tech company in education and the best education company in tech. While others try to shrink the learning experience into the technology, we use technology to expand what is possible in real classrooms with real students and teachers. Amplify is seeking an Instructional Coach for Literacy with a background in teaching, coaching, and/or school leadership to join our Professional Development (PD) team as a fixed-term employee for Perry Township Schools for the 2025-2026 school year. Essential Responsibilities: The Instructional Coach, Literacy will 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. The Instructional Coach may be asked to support the Amplify PD team on department-wide initiatives on days that Perry Township School leaders have off when Amplify is open for business (i.e. 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. In this role, you will 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. You will also partner with district/school leadership to adjust course, as needed, with an eye toward improving student outcomes. An outcomes-centered orientation and the ability to pivot on short notice are necessary for this role. The Instructional Coach’s daily responsibilities will be determined along with their manager, based on the district’s goals and priorities throughout the year. Specific areas of focus may include: Providing recommendations to school leadership designed to enhance outcomes and equity of learning for diverse student populations, including students with learning & thinking differences and English Learners Leading observations and providing feedback to teachers and leaders in order to strengthen the implementation of Amplify's literacy suite, ultimately leading to stronger student outcomes Facilitate PLCs for leaders and/or teachers including supplementary office hour consultations. Supporting data analysis and instructional planning with grade-level teams and/or individual teachers and reading leaders Analyzing student work and formative assessment data to support instructional decision-making and responsiveness to learner outcomes Cultivating model classrooms (and capturing video examples from these classrooms) as a means of elevating and replicating best practices for planning and instruction In addition to these specific areas of focus in coaching, the instructional coach will also: 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 Minimum Qualifications: Passionate about literacy and deep knowledge of structure literacy Experience leading sustained coaching engagements and professional development for educators in K-5 or 6-8 5+ years of K-5 or 6-8 ELA teaching experience, leading to demonstrable results for students Experience working on collaborative projects with leaders and teachers 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 greater Indianapolis area to support educators Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching or supporting Amplify ELA Experience using or supporting Amplify ELA 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

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000