APL Instructional Coach

About the Role

The STEM Learning Lab (School of Education, UC Irvine) is seeking an Instructional Coach for elementary school teachers. The APL Coach will work with the STEM Learning Lab research team, a subrecipient of a LEGO Foundation education grant, to assist in measuring the impact of Active Playful Learning in classrooms across the U.S. Implementation of APL practices will involve observing, training, and coaching elementary teachers in local school districts, both on‑site in Orange County and remotely.

Uses professional public educational program concepts in the completion of public education assignments. Works on programs and needs assessments that are of moderate scope and complexity. Modifies existing public educational programs or develops segments of larger programs. Implements APL practices in classroom settings, observing, training, and coaching elementary teachers.

• Strong reading, verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, and good presentation and relationship‑building skills
• Strong instructional expertise and ability to support adult learning
• Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training
• Continuing education in a related field is required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience teaching K‑12

• Required to hold a valid driver’s license with a driving record in accordance with local policies and procedures

• Experience in instructional coaching or related roles
• Experience teaching elementary literacy and/or mathematics
• Experience teaching Kindergarten and/or Grades 1‑4
• Experience in development, preparation, and presentation of professional development
• Good analytical skills to understand how research needs can be addressed through the design and delivery of training programs
• Working knowledge of departmental and organization policies and procedures; knowledge of APL program content and research objectives
• Working knowledge of current public education, delivering public educational programs, and understanding the classroom’s demographics and needs
• Working skills to produce and deliver programs coinciding with APL practices that fit the needs of the classroom
• Working knowledge of conducting needs assessment
• Graduate degree in early childhood education, education, or related field
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates

• Attend a summer multi‑day professional development summit (travel & accommodation will be provided) to learn the APL approach
• Reliable transportation between school sites
• Combination of in‑person and virtual coaching
• May be assigned to coach a dual‑immersion classroom, if applicable
• Work schedule:
  
  Monday‑Friday, standard school hours with occasional extended hours for professional learning

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer benefits that include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Detailed compensation and benefits information can be found on the University's website.

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• Employment Misconduct
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment
• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E‑Verify
• Pre‑Placement Health Evaluation

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