Job Description

About Ivy Hill Prep

Ivy Hill Preparatory Charter School is committed to ensuring that every scholar receives a rigorous, joyful, and supportive academic experience that prepares them for long-term success. Our team works collaboratively to develop strong instructional systems, support teacher growth, and ensure that all students achieve at high levels.

Role Overview

Ivy Hill Preparatory Charter School is committed to ensuring that all teachers are supported and prepared to provide a high-quality education for every scholar. The Instructional Coach (IC) serves as a lead instructional coach and curriculum strategist who partners with teachers and instructional leaders to strengthen teaching practice and drive student achievement.

The Instructional Coach works closely with the Head of School and Assistant Head of School to support strong instructional systems through coaching, professional learning, and curriculum implementation. This role focuses on developing teacher capacity, analyzing student data, and strengthening curriculum and assessment practices across the school. While the IC does not supervise teachers or serve as an evaluator, they play a critical role in supporting instructional improvement through coaching, modeling, and collaborative planning.

The Instructional Coach reports directly to the Head of School.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Coaching

• Provide instructional coaching for a designated group of teachers through classroom observations and feedback conversations
• Support teachers in strengthening lesson planning, instructional delivery, and student engagement
• Provide real-time, in-the-moment coaching and model effective instructional practices when appropriate
• Partner with teachers to implement strategies for differentiation, intervention, and rigorous student thinking

Data-Driven Instruction

• Analyze student work and assessment data to identify instructional priorities
• Lead or support data meetings that help teachers respond to student learning needs
• Support teachers in developing action plans to address learning gaps and accelerate student progress
• Monitor grade-level progress toward academic benchmarks

Curriculum & Assessment

• Support the implementation of Ivy Hill Prep’s curriculum and instructional programs
• Partner with teachers on lesson planning, unit design, and backward planning practices
• Coordinate assessment systems including NWEA MAP, New York State assessments, and internal assessments
• Support collaborative scoring, assessment preparation, and assessment data analysis

Professional Learning

• Plan and facilitate professional development aligned to school instructional priorities
• Support grade-level and content team meetings focused on instructional improvement
• Collaborate with school leaders to design targeted professional learning opportunities

Instructional Strategy

• Partner with school leadership to strengthen school-wide instructional systems
• Support academic planning and preparation for assessment cycles
• Use school-wide achievement data to identify trends and inform instructional priorities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum 5 years of successful classroom teaching experience
• Demonstrated record of strong student academic growth
• Experience with standards-based planning and curriculum implementation
• Experience analyzing student data to drive instruction
• Ability to coach and support adult learners through collaboration and feedback
• Strong communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills

Compensation & Benefits

The salary for this position ranges from $85,000–$92,000 , commensurate with experience. Ivy Hill Prep offers a competitive benefits package including health and retirement benefits, ongoing professional development opportunities, and the technology and instructional resources necessary to support excellent teaching and learning.

Commitment to Equity

Ivy Hill Prep is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status.

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Please send a resume to lbaker@ivyhillprep.org

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