What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Teacher Instructional Coach - Secondary Literacy position at Achievement Network (ANet)?
Temporary Teacher Instructional Coach - Secondary Literacy
Location: New York City, New York
ABOUT ANET
ANet, or the Achievement Network, is a nonprofit dedicated to expanding educational equity for all students. We work alongside leadership teams to build a shared educational practice by tailoring strategic integration of assessments, coaching, and tools that lead to breakthrough results for students. Individuals who join ANet have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, values driven, and team-oriented organization that is committed to having impact in schools by investing in each other and learning together. We work tirelessly to foster a working environment where the unique perspectives, backgrounds, and identities of our staff members are valued.
OPPORTUNITY
The Teacher Instructional Coach will play a critical role in partnering with teachers to strengthen equitable instruction and increase student achievement. This position requires a deep commitment to equity, collaboration, and data-driven decision-making aligned to school and district instructional improvement priorities. The ideal candidate will possess strong instructional leadership and coaching skills, expertise in Secondary Literacy (with familiarity with the curricula: Rewards, STARI, and Phonics for Reading), and a passion for student achievement by supporting the professional growth of educators. The Teacher Instructional Coach will report to the Coaching Impact Lead and work alongside peer coaches.
TRAVEL
This role requires in-person coaching delivery at New York City partner schools. On average, you can anticipate 3 weeks per month of travel to assigned partner schools for up to 6 hours of in-person coaching delivery each day.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as an Secondary Literacy instructional coach for teachers
- Provide direct instructional coaching to teachers aligned to subject matter, school and district priorities
- Train teachers on effective implementation of curriculum and other resources to achieve student mastery of grade-level content and improve teacher practice
- Use research-based practices and student data to develop an individualized strategy for coaching teachers, tailored to their unique needs and context
- Collaborate with school leaders to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance equitable instruction and student achievement
- Engage stakeholders to address school priorities, analyze school data, and develop comprehensive support plans promoting equity and inclusion for all students
- Design and lead professional development sessions for groups of teachers, focusing on instructional best practices, data analysis, and equity-centered teaching strategies
- Document progress notes, plans and deliverables in accordance with ANet and partner determined guidelines
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Bachelor's degree in Education or related field
- Minimum 5 years of Secondary Literacy and reading foundational teaching experience; standards-based content knowledge
- Minimum 3 years of instructional coaching or teacher leader experience; professional development facilitation and equity-centered teaching practices
- Must pass security clearance with New York City Public Schools, which includes completing the 1 year cooling off period as a NYCPS employee and are eligible to do contract work
- Experience supporting and/or implementing curriculum
- Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to think critically, analyze data, and develop innovative solutions to complex challenges
- Experience building and maintaining stakeholder relationships
COMPENSATION
The hourly rate of this position is $59.19. In order to uphold our commitment to transparent, equitable, competitive, and sustainable compensation, ANet does not negotiate pay.
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