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Instructional Coach
Sustainability Academy SY26/27
The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: "Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.”
The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who:
- Value different cultures;
- Engage with the community;
- Communicate effectively;
- Think creatively;
- Skillfully solve problems; and
- Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential.
At the Sustainability Academy we are learning together to gain the knowledge, skills and habits of responsible community members.We make a difference by creating social, environmental, and economic justice in our community and world.
The Burlington School District is seeking a K–5 Instructional Coach to support high-quality teaching and learning across our elementary schools. This role partners directly with educators to strengthen instructional practices and improve student outcomes through coaching, collaboration, and data-informed decision-making.
This is a non-evaluative, non-supervisory role focused on building teacher capacity.
The position is structured as:
- 80% Instructional Coaching
- 20% Direct Student Intervention (MTSS-aligned)
Essential Functions
Instructional Coaching (Primary Focus)
- Partner with teachers in confidential coaching cycles (goal setting, observation, modeling, reflection)
- Provide demonstration lessons, co-teaching, and instructional modeling
- Support implementation of evidence-based instructional strategies
- Facilitate reflective conversations to promote continuous improvement
Collaborative Planning & Data Use
- Support Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
- Help teams analyze student data to inform instruction
- Co-design standards-aligned lessons and interventions
- Monitor student progress and adjust instructional approaches
Professional Learning
- Plan and lead professional development sessions
- Support implementation of district curriculum and instructional frameworks
- Share research-based practices and resources
School Improvement
- Collaborate with school leaders on Continuous Improvement Plans (CIP)
- Participate in Instructional Leadership Teams (ILT) and EST
- Support rollout of instructional initiatives
Direct Student Support
- Provide small-group and 1:1 intervention in literacy and/or math
- Deliver Tier 2 and Tier 3 MTSS interventions
- Monitor progress and adjust instruction using data
- Align intervention work with classroom instruction
Minimum Qualifications
- Valid Vermont teaching license with appropriate endorsement (elementary level)
- Minimum 5 years of successful teaching experience
- Demonstrated impact on student achievement, especially with diverse learners
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong instructional expertise and pedagogical knowledge
- Experience using student data to guide instruction
- Ability to build trust and collaborate effectively with adults
- Skilled in coaching, feedback, and facilitation
- Demonstrated teacher leadership and professional growth
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
What Success Looks Like
- 4–6 coaching cycles per trimester
- Regular facilitation of PLCs
- Delivery of district-aligned professional learning
- Evidence of improved instructional practices and student outcomes
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS/TERMS:
- SALARY: As per the Master Agreement between the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and the Burlington Education Association. This is a salaried position paid Bi-Weekly with a lump sum payment for the summer period.
- SCHOOL YEAR: 10 months, 187 workdays (based on start date), 7.75 per day/38.75 per week
- BENEFITS: Benefits eligible on start date. 30 days to enroll in coverage from start day. BSD Benefits!
- PAID TIME: Sick Time / Personal Time As per the Master Agreement.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.
The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Salary : $58,471 - $83,781