Job Description
Title: Instructional Coach
Location: Central, PA, 17025 - Regional Position
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Salary: $ 70,000 to $85,000 based on experience
Join New Story Schools In-District Services (IDS) as we partner with local school districts to enhance special education by providing BCBAs, Teachers, RBTs, and Paraprofessionals for their classrooms. Our mission is to empower educators and support staff to ensure the best outcomes for students with diverse needs. Serving students aged 5-22 across multiple locations in Ohio and Pennsylvania, we work alongside families and schools to create a safe, supportive environment that fosters academic and social success.
Why Join Us? - Salary - Offering $70,000 to $85,000 based on experience and background.
- Mileage Reimbursement - Coverage for all regional travel expenses visiting our various district locations.
- Weekday Schedule - Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
- Paid School Breaks & Time Off - Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
- Comprehensive Benefits - Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
- Financial Perks - Benefit from a 401(k)-retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
- Professional Development - Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
- Supportive Team - Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
- Make an Impact - Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.
As an Instructional Coach, you'll work alongside special education teachers to implement research-based, student-centered instructional practices. You'll coach through modeling, co-teaching, and feedback, support curriculum alignment, and help create inclusive and engaging learning environments. This is a non-evaluative, mentoring-focused role aimed at professional growth and student success.
Your Role as an Instructional Coach: - Collaborative Engagement: Establish strong coaching relationships by partnering with teachers through co-teaching, classroom observations, lesson modeling, and reflective dialogue.
- Curriculum Alignment: Support educators in planning lessons that align with state standards, instructional goals, and adopted curriculum frameworks.
- Instructional Modeling: Demonstrate effective, inclusive, and student-centered teaching practices that foster active learning and engagement.
- Educator Development: Plan and facilitate high-quality professional development sessions tailored to instructional growth and teacher needs.
- Reflective Growth: Promote educator self-reflection, goal setting, and continuous improvement through structured feedback and collaboration.
- Data-Driven Support: Guide instructional teams in analyzing student data to inform planning, adapt teaching strategies, and monitor progress.
- Technology Integration: Encourage the use of digital tools and innovative teaching practices to create dynamic and future-ready learning environments.
- Compliance & Safety: Adhere to company policies and procedures, including maintaining student confidentiality and following established safety protocols.
- Regional Outreach: Provide in-person coaching and support across assigned school locations, ensuring consistent and impactful implementation.
- Instructional Expertise: Demonstrated mastery of instructional strategies, curriculum design, and standards-based teaching practices.
- Behavioral Insight: Strong understanding of student behavioral needs and appropriate classroom supports.
- Flexibility & Adaptability: Ability to manage diverse responsibilities and shift seamlessly between classrooms and coaching roles.
- Professional Presence: Exhibit reliability, approachability, and professionalism in all interactions.
- Collaborative Spirit: Cultivate a positive, team-oriented culture focused on shared success and educator empowerment.
- Emergency Readiness: Support emergency evacuations and maintain classroom safety protocols.
Required Qualifications: - Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or a related field.
- Certification: Current and valid PA Instructional II Special Education certification.
- Teaching Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in a special education classroom.
- Instructional Leadership: Demonstrated success in mentoring or supporting other educators.
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build trust and collaborate effectively across teams.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
- Organizational Strength: Skilled in managing multiple priorities and tracking progress.
- Crisis Response Capability: Able to perform non-violent crisis interventions when necessary.
- Mobility & Agility: Physically able to redirect students or respond quickly in emergencies.
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today! At New Story Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!
New Story Schools
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