Instructional Coach

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OUR MISSION

To empower the youth in our community with equitable access to social, academic, and career opportunities to thrive

POSITION

Instructional Coach

OUR MISSION

To empower the youth in our community with equitable access to social, academic, and career opportunities to thrive

OUR VISION

All youth grow up to lead fulfilling lives fueled by their passions, talents, and a love of learning

OUR CORE VALUES

Curiosity, Respect, Ownership, Ganas, Unity, Equity

Organization Overview

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula (BGCP) proudly stands as the largest expanded learning provider in San Mateo County, dedicated to empowering 6,000 TK-College students across 29 sites from East Palo Alto to Daly City. We believe that talent is equally distributed across Silicon Valley, but opportunity is not, so we are committed to ensuring that socio-economically disadvantaged students have equitable access to the opportunities that will help them thrive in school and beyond.

Students benefit from high-quality academic programs, captivating enrichment activities, and access to critical mental health services. With support from our staff, Board, and broader Team BGCP community, we strive to make our community a great place for all kids to grow up.

Position Overview

The Instructional Coach will be responsible for implementing BGCP’s approach to instructional coaching, supporting after-school instructors and site leaders in delivering high-quality, engaging educational experiences. This role aligns with BGCP’s mission by ensuring that instructional practices foster equitable access to opportunities for all students, particularly those from underserved communities. The Instructional Coach will work collaboratively with site leaders and instructors to ensure effective curriculum implementation, continuous improvement in instructional practices, and the successful use of data to enhance student outcomes.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Instructional
  
  Coaching:
  
  Implement BGCP’s instructional coaching approach, including proactive observations, model lessons, in-program real-time coaching, program observation walkthroughs, and post-observation coaching sessions. Support instructors and site leaders in lesson plan preparation and internalization protocols. Provide direction and coordination for consistent curriculum delivery in alignment with BGCP’s mission and core values. Develop and execute coaching plans in partnership with site leaders to drive student improvement and align with BGCP’s vision for youth development.
• Resource Development and Support:
  Assist instructors and site leaders with resources, materials, tools, and information necessary for effective after-school instruction and planning. Serve as a knowledgeable resource for research-based instructional strategies and interventions to improve student engagement, particularly for English learners, students with special needs, and students with diverse learning needs. Ensure that all instructional support provided aligns with BGCP’s commitment to equity and access.
• Training and Professional Development:
  Design and deliver practice-based training sessions for instructors and site leaders that embody BGCP’s core values and mission. Utilize Adult Learning Theory to motivate and support professional growth among staff, fostering a love of learning and continuous improvement. Model continual improvement, demonstrate lifelong learning, and apply new learning to support student achievement in line with BGCP’s vision.
• Data-Driven Instruction:
  Guide instructors and site leaders in using student-level data to inform instructional decisions and improve student outcomes. Submit weekly coaching logs, data requests, and any other relevant documentation to track progress and outcomes, ensuring alignment with BGCP’s mission and vision.
• Collaboration and Relationship Building:
  Build strong, collaborative relationships with instructors, site leaders, site partners, and other coaches, grounded in BGCP’s core values. Create an articulated coaching schedule in collaboration with site leaders, ensuring that coaching efforts support BGCP’s mission of empowering…