Self-Contained SPED Instructional Coach; SY

Jefferson RISE Charter School

Harvey, Louisiana | Grades 6-12 |  School Year

Founded in 2014, Jefferson RISE is a tuition‑free public charter school serving nearly 800 students in grades 6‑12 in Harvey, Louisiana. At Jefferson RISE, we believe every student deserves a real path forward. Whether that means a four‑year university, a skilled trade, the military, entrepreneurship, or something else entirely, our job is to make sure every student graduates prepared and ready.

We get there through rigorous academics, strong relationships, consistent accountability, and a genuine commitment to each student's individual success.

• We have a diverse population of students based on race and ethnicity:
  • 61% Black/African American
  • 16% Hispanic
  • 14% Middle Eastern
  • 6% White (Non-Middle Eastern)
  • 2% Asian
  • 1% Other
• 87% qualify as economically disadvantaged
• 13% Students with Disabilities
• 4% English Learners

• Top Gains Award – Louisiana Department of Education (2023‑24 SY)
• Average graduation rate of 98% since our first graduating class in 2022
• #6 for SPS Growth in Louisiana – High School: B rating, Middle School: C rating (2022‑23 SY)
• Continued SPS growth: 72.5 in 2023‑24 and 73.9 in 2024‑25

As a charter school, Jefferson RISE sets its own academic calendar and daily schedule based on the needs of its students. Workdays are generally 7:00 AM – 3:45 PM, Monday through Friday. Mondays extend to 4:30 PM and include mandatory Professional Development time. Anticipated school hours and days vary annually based on changes to the school calendar.

Self‑Contained SPED Instructional Coach

• Department:
  Instructional Leadership
• Reports to:
  
  Director of Curriculum and Instruction and/or Executive Director
• Work Schedule:
  
  11‑month
• Employment Type:
  
  Full time, Exempt
• Location:
  
  Harvey, LA
• Start Date:
  
  Immediate

The Self‑Contained Special Education Instructional Coach is responsible for improving outcomes for students with disabilities by developing highly effective self‑contained special education teachers and paraprofessionals. Reporting to the Director of Curriculum and Instruction and/or Executive Director, the Instructional Coach serves as the primary instructional leader for self‑contained special education, supervising and developing approximately 6–8 teachers and paraprofessionals while also teaching students for approximately 50% of the school day.

Instructional Coaches use student work, progress monitoring data, classroom observations, and teacher practice to drive continuous improvement. Through weekly coaching meetings, PLC facilitation, classroom observations, professional development, and instructional planning, they help ensure students with disabilities receive high‑quality instruction and meaningful support.

Successful coaches are exceptional educators who can build strong relationships while providing candid feedback, hold themselves and others accountable for results, and use evidence to drive decision‑making.

• Supervise, coach, and evaluate self‑contained special education teachers and paraprofessionals.
• Conduct weekly one‑on‑one coaching meetings with direct reports.
• Observe classrooms regularly and provide actionable feedback aligned to the school’s instructional rubric and NIET evaluation framework.
• Complete formal observations and evaluations in accordance with school timelines.
• Develop individualized growth plans for teachers and paraprofessionals.
• Support implementation of feedback and monitor impact on student outcomes.
• Serve as a model educator and demonstrate effective instructional practices.
• Support retention and development of high‑performing staff.

• Plan and facilitate weekly special education PLC meetings.
• Lead analysis of student work, progress monitoring data, and instructional practices.
• Develop action plans to address student learning gaps.
• Design and facilitate professional development related to special education instruction and best practices.
• Train teachers…