Instructional Coach, NYC Amplify Desmos Math (Fixed-Term)

Amplify•New York, NY

22d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Amplify is seeking a math coach with a background in teaching, coaching, and/or school leadership to support Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) in Maryland during the 2026–2027 school year. The fixed-term role supports educators on-site up to four days per week, with a fifth day dedicated to planning and preparation. Most weeks will be 40 hours. The coach may also support Amplify professional development team initiatives on days when educators are off and Amplify is open, including designing or delivering summer professional development for other districts. Candidates must live in or near Montgomery County, Maryland, and travel locally to schools throughout the district. Working with district and school leaders and the Amplify STEM Professional Development Strategist, the coach helps set coaching strategy and focus across the year, adjusts plans as needed, and centers the work on improving student outcomes. The specific coaching priorities vary with district goals. The role also involves seeking and responding to feedback, creating or customizing professional development, and facilitating district-wide sessions in person or remotely as needed.

Requirements

Passion for 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.
At least 5 years of 6–8 math teaching experience, with demonstrable results for students.
Experience guiding educator teams through change management processes.
Experience supporting HQIM implementation with diverse student populations, including students with IEPs and English Language Learners, using research-based math practices.
Experience supporting HQIM implementation in settings serving students with a wide range of disabilities and needs, including ICT, Nest, self-contained, and other special-class settings.
Experience working on collaborative projects with leaders and teachers.
Proven time-management ability while handling multiple engagements and competing priorities.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated proficiency with technology-based productivity tools, mainly Google Applications.
Must reside in or near Montgomery County, Maryland, and be able to travel locally up to four days per week to support educators across the district.

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.
Fluency in Spanish, including speaking, reading, and writing.
Master’s or advanced degree in Education.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with district and school leaders and the Amplify STEM Professional Development Strategist to determine coaching strategy, focus, and approach throughout the year.
Adjust coaching plans as needed to improve student outcomes.
Lead classroom observations and provide feedback to teachers and leaders.
Conduct model lessons and co-teach with classroom teachers.
Provide office hours for leaders and teachers.
Support unit and lesson planning with grade-level teams and individual teachers.
Lead lesson study cycles for teachers.
Analyze student work and formative assessment data to support instructional decisions and responsiveness to learner outcomes.
Cultivate model classrooms to elevate and replicate effective planning and instruction practices.
Recommend ways to enhance equitable learning for diverse student populations, including Students with Learning & Thinking Differences and English Learners.
Seek feedback proactively and adapt practice based on feedback and its effect on student outcomes.
Create or customize professional development experiences as needed.
Facilitate district-wide professional development for leaders and teachers, in person or remotely, as needed.
Support Amplify professional development team initiatives on educator days off when Amplify is open, potentially including summer professional development for other districts.