Instructional Coach, Literacy (MCPS) (Fixed-Term)

Amplify

1d•$95,000 - $98,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Amplify is seeking Instructional Coaches for Literacy with a background in teaching, coaching, and/or school leadership to join our Professional Development (PD) team as a fixed-term employee supporting Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) in Maryland for the 2026-2027 school year. Candidates should be based in or near the Montgomery County, MD area and able to travel locally to schools throughout the district multiple days per week. The Instructional Coach will support educators on-site up to four days a week with the fifth day dedicated to planning and preparing to meet the needs of educators. Most weeks will be 40 hour work weeks. The Instructional Coach may be asked to support the Amplify PD team on department-wide initiatives on days that educators have off when Amplify is open for business (teacher work days, holidays, winter and summer breaks, school cancellations, etc.). This support will vary but may include designing and/or delivering PD through the summer to other districts. In this role, you will collaborate with district/school leadership and the Amplify Literacy Professional Development Strategist to determine the strategy, focus, and a coaching approach for different times of year. You will also partner to adjust course, as needed, with an eye toward improving student outcomes. An outcomes-centered orientation and ability to pivot on short notice are necessary for this role.

Requirements

Passionate about literacy and deep knowledge of structured literacy
Experience leading sustained coaching engagements and professional development for educators in K-5
Ability to build relationships with leaders at various levels
5+ years of K-5 ELA teaching experience, leading to demonstrable results for students
Experience working on collaborative projects with leaders and teachers
Experience in guiding teams of educators through change management processes
Experience supporting HQIM implementation with diverse student populations, including students with IEPs and English Learners, in research-based Literacy practices
Experience analyzing data and using it to inform practice
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple engagements, competing priorities and deadlines
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology-based productivity tools, mainly Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Meet, etc.)
Must reside in or near Montgomery County, MD and be able to travel locally (up to four days per week) to support educators across the district
Permitted to work in the U.S.
Residency in the U.S.
Possess a valid U.S. driver’s license.
Reliable home internet that can support video calls on Google Meet and Zoom and a quiet, professional place to deliver remote professional development.

Nice To Haves

Deep knowledge of Maryland’s Literacy Standards
Experience using or supporting Amplify literacy products
10+ years of K-5 or 6-8 teaching and leadership experience, leading to demonstrable results for students
Ability to support educators in a remote learning environment, if needed
Fluent in Spanish, including speaking, reading, and writing
Master's degree in Education or a related field

Responsibilities

Providing recommendations to school leadership designed to enhance outcomes and equity of learning for diverse student populations, including students with learning and thinking differences and English Learners.
Leading classroom observations and providing coaching and feedback to teachers and leaders to strengthen implementation of Amplify's literacy suite.
Facilitating professional learning communities (PLCs) and office-hour consultations.
Supporting data analysis and instructional planning.
Analyzing student work and formative assessment data to support instructional decision-making and responsiveness to learner outcomes.
Cultivating model classrooms and capturing exemplar instructional practices.
Build knowledge about other Amplify early literacy programs–including CKLA, Boost, and Boost Lectura–in order to support a cohesive educator experience across products
Proactively seek out feedback and adapt coaching practice to achieve improved student outcomes
Create or customize professional development experiences, as needed
Facilitate district-wide professional development sessions–both in person and remotely–as needed, for leaders and teachers
Create or customize professional development experiences, as needed.
Facilitate district-wide professional development sessions–both in-person and remotely–as needed, for leaders and teachers.
Support broader Professional Development initiatives during district closures, breaks, or other periods when Amplify remains open.