Instructional Coach

Join our Team: Instructional Coach

About It Takes A Village Family of Schools (ITAV):
ITAV is a beacon for educating and loving Black children. We provide a comprehensive, culturally responsive social justice education and life-empowering social services. At ITAV learning is fun and transformative, teaching is innovative, and knowledge is not bound by the walls of the classroom. Students are empowered to be civically engaged and make positive change by addressing local, national, and global issues

Role:

The Instructional Coach is pivotal to enhancing student achievement by building teacher capacity and deepening their understanding of instructional practices aligned with ITAVLA, Common Core standards, and data-driven instruction. As lifelong learners, instructional coaches model continuous improvement and go above and beyond to ensure student success.

Instructional coaches are integral in promoting reflective practices, providing guidance and structure where necessary, and fostering a collaborative environment focused on strengths and shared concerns. They are responsible for ensuring high-quality instruction in classrooms by modeling effective teaching practices, co-planning, co-teaching, and offering constructive feedback to teachers.

With a passion for education, culturally responsive pedagogy, and leadership, instructional coaches demonstrate a commitment to driving positive change and supporting teachers in delivering the best possible education for students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the instructional growth of all teachers by deepening their understanding of the Common Core State Standards, ITAVLA’s curriculum, and rigorous, culturally responsive instruction.

• Provide guidance on lesson pacing, unit planning, and differentiated instruction to meet individual student needs.

• Model and share high-leverage instructional strategies aligned with ITAVLA’s mission and best practices.

• Assist teachers in accessing and integrating high-quality instructional materials, digital tools, and resources.

• Support teachers in aligning classroom instruction with ITAVLA’s core values and academic vision.

• Lead collaborative planning sessions that promote student engagement, rigor, and instructional coherence.

• Guide teachers in using assessment tools like iReady, DRA, and internal benchmarks to inform instruction.

• Facilitate data meetings to identify trends, address gaps, and set actionable instructional goals.

• Conduct coaching cycles that include planning, classroom observations, debriefs, and reflection.

• Offer actionable, non-evaluative feedback to support professional growth and student outcomes.

• Design and lead professional development sessions aligned with school-wide priorities.

• Build and support grade-level and content-area learning communities.

• Maintain accurate coaching logs, notes, and documentation of teacher progress.

• Collaborate with school leaders to improve systems and structures that elevate teaching and learning.

• Support teachers in understanding and upholding ITAVLA’s mission, vision, and academic expectations

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Take on a pivotal role as an Instructional Coach, where you'll influence the development and success of educators, directly shaping the quality of teaching and learning in our schools.
• Growth: As an Instructional Coach, you’ll have the opportunity to refine your leadership and coaching skills, deepen your expertise in curriculum development, and contribute to the overall academic success of students.
• Community: Be a part of a committed and passionate community of educators who strive to create a supportive, innovative, and collaborative learning environment.
• Innovation: Drive the improvement of teaching methods and strategies by bringing creative solutions and research-based practices to support and elevate classroom instruction.

  
  

Location: It Takes A Village Leadership Academy - Bronzeville (Chicago, IL)

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $55,000 - $68,000

Required Education and Experience:

• Minimum Master’s Degree, preferably in education or a related field.

• Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) are strongly preferred but not required.

• 5 years of teaching experience is strongly preferred.

• Previous administrative experience, such as serving as an assistant principal, instructional leader, or in another leadership capacity within a school setting, is preferred.

Who Are You:

• A meticulous professional with a keen eye for detail, ensuring high standards in lesson planning, assessment, and instructional delivery.
• A highly organized educator who can prioritize instructional tasks and coaching responsibilities effectively.
• A skilled instructional strategist adept at identifying and addressing challenges while providing constructive feedback and support to educators.
• A clear and professional communicator capable of engaging effectively with teachers, staff, and administration, both verbally and in writing.
• A collaborative team player who partners seamlessly with educators and leadership to drive school-wide instructional growth.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're inspired to contribute to our mission and lead our recruitment, admissions, and enrollment efforts into an exciting new chapter, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please upload your cover letter and resume here.

Compensation and Benefits Package:

• Competitive, transparent pay scale aligned with local public schools

• 80% employer contribution of medical benefits

• 3% 401(k) company match

• Up to $10,000 in annual tuition assistance

• Targeted, ongoing professional development

• International travel opportunities with students

• Opportunities for leadership, growth, and meaningful impact