Instructional Coach

Instructional Coach

Aztec Municipal School District Federal Programs Office - Aztec, New Mexico Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Aztec Municipal School District

Job : 5676925

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

The Instructional Coach in Aztec Municipal School District (AMSD) is a non-evaluative, collaborative leader who supports teachers in strengthening instructional practices to improve student achievement. This position focuses on building teacher capacity through job-embedded coaching, data analysis, and professional learning aligned to district priorities, New Mexico
standards, and school improvement goals.

Associate Superintendent of Instruction and the Director of Federal Programs

• A minimum of a New Mexico Level II or III Teaching License
• Bachelor's Degree in Education (Master's Preferred)
• 3-5 years of successful teaching experience
• Knowledge of the New Mexico Standards K-12
• Instructional coaching or leadership experience preferred
• Knowledge of needs of students requiring additional support
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and implement content and instructional strategies for teaching
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form
• Ability to communicate effectively in large and small group settings
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, colleagues, parents, and students

• Partner with teachers in a non-evaluative coaching role to plan, implement, and refine effective,
  research-based instructional strategies.
• Conduct instructional coaching cycles including goal setting, classroom observation, modeling,
  co-teaching, and reflective feedback.
• Support teachers in analyzing student data to drive instructional decisions.
• Facilitate professional development aligned with AMSD strategic goals and state standards.
• Assist with implementation of district-adopted curriculum and instructional frameworks.
• Model high-quality instruction and support differentiation,
• Support new teachers and provide targeted coaching support.
• Collaborate with principals to align coaching work with school improvement plans.
• Promote culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Maintain confidentiality and build professional relationships.

• Maintains professional competence by attending staff development programs, curriculum development meetings and other professional activities.
• Participates as a member of the school instructional team in various student and parent activities which occur in school
• Performs any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Due to the sensitive nature of this position and access to student demographic information, the highest degree of confidentiality is required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to eligible individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please see Minimum and Desired Qualifications.

• Ability to assist with the preparation of applications, reports, and correspondence as directed by the supervisor
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of staff, students, peers and community

• Strong Instructional knowledge
• Understanding of the adult learning theory
• Data analysis skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents, and community
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
• Ability to use computers and other technology to accomplish job responsibilities
• Ability to perform tasks quickly and efficiently and follow verbal directions
• Ability to work around congested areas

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