What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Coach position at Central Office?
POSITION TITLE: Instructional Coach
SITES: To Be Determined
REPORTS TO: Director of Curriculum and Instruction and Principal
START DATE: August 2026
EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIRED:
- Must hold or be eligible to hold appropriate NC Licensure from the NC Department of Public Instruction
- Commitment to high achievement for all students
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Positive role model both professionally and personally
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Align with and actively support the district’s Curricular Strategic Plan.
- Design, plan, and deliver high-quality professional learning aligned to school and district priorities.
- Facilitate and sustain effective Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) at the school and/or district level, grounded in student learning and collaborative inquiry.
- Differentiate coaching and professional learning based on individual teacher needs, experience levels, and areas of growth.
- Use multiple sources of data to guide instructional decisions, support teacher teams, and monitor the impact of coaching and professional learning.
- Collaborate with school and district leaders to align coaching support with district initiatives and instructional goals.
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with educators through clear communication, active listening, and a strengths-based approach.
- Model and support the implementation of evidence-based instructional practices in classrooms.
- Support vertical and horizontal alignment of curriculum, instruction, and assessment across grade levels and content areas.
- Provide ongoing coaching cycles (planning, observation, feedback, reflection) that promote teacher growth and independence.
- Develop and maintain systems and structures that support continuous professional learning and collaboration among staff.
- Curate and share instructional resources, tools, and best practices to enhance teaching and learning.
- Integrate and model effective use of instructional technology to support student engagement and achievement.
- Foster a culture of reflective practice by guiding educators in goal setting, self-assessment, and continuous improvement.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of coaching and professional learning, adjusting support based on evidence and feedback.
- Advocate for instructional practices, structures, and policies that promote equitable outcomes for all students.
- All other duties as assigned by the Director of Curriculum and Instruction and School Principal