District Instructional Mentor

Job Description Position Purpose

The District Instructional Mentor provides intensive, job‑embedded coaching and mentoring to pre‑certified educators across USD 480, including interim teachers, resident interims, Grow Here participants, Registered Teacher Apprentices (RTA), and other staff pursuing teacher licensure. They serve as the district’s primary mentor for pre‑certified teachers, helping them strengthen instructional practice, build confidence, and transition to full teacher certification.

• Middle management
• Same number of teacher contract days + 10 additional days

• Conduct classroom observations and coaching cycles with pre‑certified teachers
• Provide feedback on instruction, classroom management, and planning
• Assist with lesson design and implementation
• Offer side‑by‑side support to teachers needing intensive assistance
• Coordinate with Building Instructional Coaches
• Communicate regularly with principals and district staff
• Participate in recruiting and candidate development
• Serve as university supervisor when assigned
• Other duties as assigned

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Ashley Kappelmann, Director of Recruitment and Education
• USD #480 District Office
• Phone: 620‑604‑1010
• Email:

Starting date: Immediately

Position Type: Full‑time