Instructional Coach, Math (Fixed - Term)

Amplify

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Amplify is seeking Math coaches with a background in teaching, coaching, and/or school leadership to join our professional development team as a fixed term employee for Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland for the 2026-2027 school year.

Requirements

Passionate about math and deep knowledge of problem based learning
Experience leading sustained coaching engagements and professional development for educators in K-5 or 6-8
Ability to build relationships with leaders at various levels
5+ years of 6-8 math teaching experience, leading to demonstrable results for students
Experience in guiding teams of educators through change management processes
Experience supporting HQIM implementation with diverse student populations, including Students with IEPS and English Language Learners in research-based Math practices
Experience supporting HQIM implementation in settings inclusive of students with a wide range of disabilities and needs, including but not limited to ICT, Nest, Self-Contained, and other special class settings
Experience working on collaborative projects with leaders and teachers
Proven efficacy in time management while managing multiple engagements and competing priorities
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology based productivity tools, mainly Google Applications
Able to travel locally (up to 4 days per week) across Montgomery County, MD to support educators

Nice To Haves

Deep knowledge of Maryland’s Mathematics Standards
Experience teaching or supporting Desmos Math
Knowledge of Amplify Desmos Math
Experience analyzing data and using it to inform practice
Ability to support teachers in a remote learning environment, if needed
Fluent in Spanish (including speaking, reading, and writing)
Master's or Advanced Degree in Education

Responsibilities

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.
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.).
Collaborate with district/school leadership and the Amplify STEM Professional Development Strategist to determine the strategy, focus, and a coaching approach for different times of year.
Partner to adjust course, as needed, with an eye toward improving student outcomes.
Lead classroom observations and providing feedback to teachers and leaders.
Conduct model lessons and co-teaching alongside classroom teachers.
Provide office hours for leaders and teachers.
Support unit or lesson planning with grade-level teams and/or individual teachers.
Lead lesson study cycles for teachers.
Analyze student work and formative assessment data to support instructional decision-making and responsiveness to learner outcomes.
Cultivate model classrooms as a means of elevating and replicating best practices for planning and instruction.
Provide recommendations to educators designed to enhance equity of learning for diverse student populations including Students with Learning & Thinking Differences and English Learners.
Proactively seek out feedback and adapt practice based upon the feedback and what is leading to improved student outcomes.
Create or customize professional development experiences, as needed.
Facilitate district-wide professional development sessions (in person and remote), as needed, for leaders and teachers.