Instructional Coach (2026-2027)

Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools • Kansas City, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Coach serves as a non-evaluative, job-embedded support for teachers to improve instructional practice and student outcomes. Through coaching cycles, data analysis, and collaborative professional learning, the Instructional Coach builds teacher capacity in standards-aligned instruction, assessment literacy, and equitable practices. This role focuses on improving student achievement through evidence-based instructional strategies, continuous improvement, and strong professional relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education required
• Valid Missouri teaching certification.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of successful classroom teaching experience.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in improving student achievement.
• Strong knowledge of effective instructional practices, curriculum design, and assessment.
• Skilled in adult learning, facilitation, and coaching conversations.
• Ability to analyze and interpret student data to drive instructional improvement.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to build trust and maintain confidentiality in a non-evaluative role.
• Commitment to equity and improving outcomes for underserved student populations.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree preferred
• Experience in an urban school setting preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing, job-embedded coaching (planning, modeling, co-teaching, observing, and feedback) to improve teacher practice and student outcomes.
• Implement coaching cycles aligned to building and district priorities.
• Model research-based, standards-aligned instructional strategies, including differentiation and scaffolding.
• Support teachers in developing and delivering high-quality Tier 1 instruction.
• Maintain a non-evaluative, confidential partnership with teachers focused on growth and reflection.
• Support teachers and teams in analyzing multiple sources of student data (formative, summative, benchmark).
• Assist in using data to inform instructional decisions, intervention planning, and progress monitoring.
• Collaborate with staff to strengthen assessment literacy and alignment to the Missouri Learning Standards (MLS).
• Design and facilitate professional learning aligned to district/building goals and DESE expectations.
• Support Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) in using a continuous improvement cycle (plan–do–study–act).
• Collaborate with administrators, instructional staff, and district teams to ensure coherence in curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
• Contribute to the implementation of district initiatives, including MTSS, curriculum adoption, and instructional frameworks.
• Promote equitable instructional practices that support diverse learners, including multilingual learners and students with disabilities.
• Support culturally responsive teaching and inclusive classroom environments.
• Assist teachers in implementing strategies that increase student engagement, motivation, and ownership of learning.
• Serve as an instructional leader within the building to support school improvement goals.
• Participate in ongoing professional learning, including coaching development, research, and collaboration with other coaches.
• Monitor the impact of coaching efforts on teacher practice and student achievement.
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to building and district needs.
• Maintain professional, ethical, and confidential relationships.
• Communicate effectively with staff and administration.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Director of Curriculum and Instruction.

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned to experience and certification level
• Relocation stipend (for qualifying hires)
• Bilingual stipend (Spanish-speaking staff)
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education (up to lifetime cap per GCCS policy)
• Mental health and well-being support through expanded employee assistance and wellness programs
• 403(b) retirement match up to 5% (for eligible staff)
• Perfect attendance incentive program (up to $1,600 annually)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level