Enfield Public Schools

Position Title: Instructional Coach

Details: Three positions offered (1- Henry Barnard School), (1- Hazardville Memorial School), (1- Enfield Street School)

Reports To: Academic Office (Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction)

Enfield Board of Education Mission Statement

We believe public education is an essential component of a free and democratic society. In a partnership of family, school, community, and local and state government, our mission is to enable all students to meet high standards, make productive choices in their personal lives, contribute to a diverse global society and act as responsible citizens. To accomplish this, we must seek the necessary resources to:

• Provide a safe, nurturing and academically challenging learning environment.
• Provide students and staff with opportunities to reach their full potential.
• Prepare students to become productive, lifelong learners.
• Instill in our students a curiosity and love for learning which embraces the arts and the world around them.
• Prepare students to become self-reliant, honest, respectful and responsible members of a diverse and global society.
• Improve student learning by holding staff accountable for providing the most effective learning environment and using the most effective teaching strategies.

Position Summary 

The Instructional Coach supports educators in improving instructional practices to elevate student learning outcomes across the district. This role utilizes research-based strategies, data-driven decision-making, and reflective coaching cycles to build teacher capacity, enhance instructional effectiveness, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is an inspirational educator who can empower colleagues, facilitate professional learning, and model high-impact teaching and learning practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1.  Instructional Coaching & Educator Development

• Provide job-embedded, non-evaluative coaching that strengthens instructional practice and supports educator growth.
• Facilitate coaching cycles that include data analysis, planning, modeling, co-teaching, and
• Model high-quality tier-one standards-aligned instruction in classrooms across grade levels and content areas.
• Inspire educators by promoting a growth mindset, celebrating successes, and motivating continuous professional improvement.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with teachers.

2.  Teaching & Learning Excellence

• Support teachers with implementation of evidence-based instructional strategies aligned to district
• Promote best practices including:
  • Active engagement techniques
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Small group instructional models
  • Impactful assessment practices
  • Student-centered instruction
  • Effective classroom routines and procedures
• Help teachers design rigorous, relevant learning experiences that accelerate student

3.  Data-Driven Decision Making

• Assist teachers in analyzing student performance data to identify trends, instructional needs, and targeted interventions.
• Support teams in setting measurable student goals and using data to monitor progress and adjust
• Collaborate with district and school leadership to review assessment results and inform school improvement planning.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Connecticut teaching certification Elementary, PK–6 (305).
• Demonstrated record of effective classroom instruction and student
• Strong ability to analyze and interpret assessment and instructional
• Expertise in evidence-based instructional and assessment
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational

Preferred Qualifications

• Instructional leadership experience
• Knowledge of MTSS, early intervention practices, and tiered instructional
• Ability to integrate instructional technology to enhance teaching and
• Strong background in K–2 instruction

Application Process

Interested candidates must submit:

• A cover letter
• Resume
• Three current letters of professional references