Instructional Coach

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Instructional Support & Coaching

• Provide ongoing support to teachers through classroom observations, modeling, co-teaching, and feedback.
• Assist teachers with planning and implementing standards-aligned lessons consistent with SCCCR standards and district curriculum resources.
• Support instructional best practices, differentiated instruction, student engagement techniques, and evidence-based teaching strategies.

Professional Development

• Design and deliver professional learning sessions aligned with school improvement goals and district initiatives.
• Facilitate PLCs focused on instructional planning, data analysis, assessment literacy, and curriculum implementation.
• Develop instructional resources, guides, and training materials to support teacher growth.

Data Analysis & School Improvement

• Analyze schoolwide data, including MAP, SC READY, EOCEP, and formative assessments, to identify trends and instructional needs.
• Guide teachers in developing data-driven instructional plans and targeted interventions.
• Support MTSS/RTI implementation, including progress monitoring and intervention planning.
• Assist in developing and monitoring the school’s instructional improvement plans.

Curriculum Implementation

• Support teachers in understanding and applying South Carolina standards, district pacing guides, and core instructional materials.
• Assist with curriculum mapping, unit development, and vertical/horizontal alignment.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure consistent and effective curriculum delivery across classrooms and grade levels.

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with administrators, interventionists, special education staff, counselors, and district instructional teams.

- Attend district- and state-sponsored training, professional learning events, and leadership meetings.

• Communicate instructional expectations, updates, and best practices clearly and professionally to staff.
• Support the implementation of accommodations and modifications for students receiving services under IDEA and Section 504.

Teacher Support & Mentoring

• Provide mentorship for new teachers, assisting with onboarding, curriculum orientation, planning, and classroom support.
• Support instructional technology integration and effective use of academic platforms.
• Assist teachers in developing strategies to support struggling learners and close achievement gaps.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor/administrator

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field preferred.
• Valid South Carolina teaching certificate.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of successful teaching experience.
• Strong understanding of SCCCR standards, curriculum frameworks, and instructional best practices.
• Experience analyzing assessment data and supporting data-driven instruction.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with FERPA and district policies.

Preferred:

• Read to Succeed endorsement (Literacy Teacher or Coach endorsement), depending on district needs.
• Experience with MTSS, instructional technology platforms, and assessment tools such as MAP, CASE, and i-Ready.

Key Competencies

• Deep knowledge of South Carolina standards, curriculum expectations, and instructional practices.
• Ability to coach and support adult learners at varying levels of experience.
• Strong facilitation, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Ability to analyze data, identify instructional needs, and develop targeted strategies.
• Strong organization, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to equity, student achievement, and continuous professional improvement.