Instructional Coach - New Mexico Connections Academy

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Description

School Summary:

New Mexico Connections Academy (NMCA) is a tuition-free, virtual public school serving students in grades 4–12 throughout the state. The school is authorized by the New Mexico Public Education Commission, and governed by an independent Governing Council. The school is operated by New Mexico Connections Academy, a government entity, to provide its educational program and other services. NMCA is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, an accrediting division of AdvancED.

New Mexico Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Position Summary

The Instructional Coach serves as a key member of the academic leadership team, working collaboratively with the MLSS Coordinator and Curriculum Specialist to improve instructional quality and student outcomes in a virtual learning environment. This position focuses on analyzing schoolwide data, strengthening instructional practices, and supporting teachers in designing and delivering effective live lessons that engage all learners.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and small-group coaching to teachers to improve instructional effectiveness, with a focus on engagement and rigor in virtual live sessions.
• Observe live lessons and provide actionable, data-driven feedback aligned to school goals and instructional frameworks.
• Model high-quality, research-based instructional strategies and technology integration for teachers in virtual settings.
• Support teachers in developing effective lesson structures, questioning techniques, and strategies for differentiating instruction.
• Collaborate with the MLSS Coordinator to review academic, attendance, and engagement data to identify student and teacher support needs.
• Partner with the Curriculum Specialist to align instructional practices with curriculum pacing guides, standards, and assessments.
• Participate in and help lead data review meetings, identifying trends and designing action plans to address learning gaps.
• Support implementation of Tier I and Tier II instructional interventions based on schoolwide data analysis.
• Design and facilitate professional learning communities (PLCs) focused on instructional improvement, engagement strategies, and data-driven teaching.
• Lead professional development sessions on best practices for virtual instruction, classroom management, and student engagement.
• Stay current with emerging educational technology tools, virtual learning methodologies, and state standards.
• Contribute to the school’s continuous improvement plan through data collection, analysis, and instructional leadership.
• Support schoolwide initiatives focused on improving student achievement and engagement.
• Serve as a mentor and instructional leader within the virtual teaching community, promoting collaboration and reflective practice.
  
  

Qualifications

• Level 3 New Mexico Teaching License
• Experience providing instructional coaching, mentoring, or leading professional development.
• Strong understanding of virtual pedagogy, instructional design, and effective online engagement strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret student data to inform instructional decisions.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with virtual learning platforms, data systems, and educational technology tools.
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships with teachers, administrators, and staff.