FT, Instructional Coach- DC

City Teaching Alliance•Washington, WA

36d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Full-Time Instructional Coach plays a critical role in developing early-stage educators through high-quality, equity-centered coaching. Instructional Coaches support a caseload of fellows within a multi-year clinical model by designing and facilitating coaching cycles that include goal-setting, observation, feedback, and reflection. Coaches translate theory into practice and support fellows in building the instructional knowledge, skills, and mindsets needed to drive student learning. This role also contributes to City Teaching Alliance’s broader impact through professional learning, partnerships, and external engagement. This role reports directly to the Director of Clinical Placement and the regional Executive Director. The Director of Professional Development, Coaching, Coursework, and Community will provide guidance and support at the national level.

Requirements

A graduate degree (M.A. or higher) in education or a related field
Minimum of 5 years K-12 classroom experience
Minimum of 2 years experience in an instructional coaching or school-based leadership role (e.g., instructional coach, school administrator, or similar role supporting teacher development)
Experience in urban public education as a teacher, staff developer, instructional coach, and/or administrator
Extensive content knowledge in mathematics, science, literacy and/or special education
Demonstrated success in group facilitation and mentoring with a strong history of successfully developing early-stage teachers
Experience in leading and facilitating professional learning for staff and colleagues preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of evidence and research-based practices for high quality instructional coaching
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Commitment to City Teaching Alliance's mission and values.

Responsibilities

Design and Implement High-Impact Coaching Cycles: Manage a caseload of up to 24 fellows across the coaching cycle, providing consistent coaching, feedback, and support.
Plan coaching in alignment with CTA’s scope and sequence, Accountable Teaching Practices (ATPs), and Teacher Practice Rubric (TPR).
Ensure coherence between coaching, coursework, and partner-site priorities so fellows experience a connected and reinforced learning arc.
Manage the scheduling and logistics of coaching activities.
Examine instructional standards, school-based curriculum, and instructional materials prior to coaching sessions.
Use prior data, goals, and feedback to inform planning for coaching sessions.
Facilitate structured coaching cycles including goal-setting, co-planning, observation, feedback, and reflection.
Differentiate coaching based on fellows’ developmental stage, data, and individual needs.
Select and implement high-leverage coaching strategies.
Use feedback to build reflective practice, shift thinking, strengthen decision-making, and develop independence.
Analyze Data and Maintain Coaching Records: Collect and analyze multiple sources of evidence to identify instructional priorities (i.e., observations, student data, fellow reflections, partner input).
Document all coaching activities in accordance with CTA timelines and requirements.
Utilize the Urban Assembly technology platform to review and analyze teacher practice.
Utilize SchoolMint Grow to provide timely, specific, evidence-based written feedback aligned to instructional goals.
Identify instructional priorities based on patterns and trends.
Establish and Maintain Culturally Responsive and Trust-Based Coaching Climate: Establish psychologically safe, identity-affirming coaching environments.
Communicate consistently, clearly, and professionally with fellows and partners.
Follow through on commitments and maintain reliable coaching structures.
Collaborate with mentor teachers and school leaders to support fellow success.
Apply asset-based, culturally responsive, and anti-racist coaching practices.
Interrupt deficit-based narratives and maintain high expectations for all fellows.
Reflect on personal identity and bias to inform coaching decisions.
Design and Facilitate Professional Learning for Fellows: Incorporate research, data, and best practices to design professional learning aligned to CTA priorities and fellow needs.
Facilitate professional development for fellows, including regional professional learning days.
Collaborate with colleagues to strengthen program coherence and fellow experience.
Support Consulting and Represent CTA Externally: Serve as a professional representative of CTA’s mission, coaching model, and values in all interactions.
Contribute to consulting or partnership work when applicable.
Support the design and/or facilitation of professional learning for external partners.
Contribute to CTA’s visibility, credibility, and impact as a coaching organization.
Contribute to Service, Systems, and Organizational Priorities: Participate in regional hiring processes for instructional coaches.
Contribute to the regional onboarding and development of new coaches.
Contribute to CTA workgroups, committees, and organizational initiatives.
Contribute to coaching calibration, team learning, and program improvement.
Engage in Continuous Learning and Reflective Practice: Engage in ongoing professional learning to strengthen coaching and instructional expertise.
Reflect regularly on coaching impact and seek feedback to improve effectiveness.
Demonstrate adaptability, humility, and a commitment to growth.
Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement of the coaching model.
Engage actively in CTA professional learning spaces and organizational initiatives.
Uphold Professional Expectations and Commitments: Execute coaching cycles consistently and in alignment with CTA timelines and scope and sequence.
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation in approved instructional coaching technology platforms for all coaching activities in alignment with CTA expectations.
Meet all deadlines related to coaching cycles, documentation, and program expectations.
Communicate consistently and responsively with fellows, including timely follow-up on coaching, feedback, and scheduling next steps.
Attend and actively participate in regional site team meetings.
Attend and actively participate in monthly faculty and all-staff meetings.
Attend and actively participate in monthly PLCs.
Attend and actively participate in bi-monthly goal meetings and come prepared with required materials.
Demonstrate reliability, organization, and strong professional judgment in all aspects of the role.