Middle School Science and Social Studies Instructional Coach

• Position Type:
  Specialized Schools /Programs/ Teacher/Specialist
• Date Posted: 7/23/2026
• Location:
  
  Middle School - School of Excellence
• Date Available:
  
  August 2026
• District:
  Capital School District

10-month position (Temporary if hired after contractual start date for teachers)

Current Teacher Salary Schedule

• Lead implementation and alignment of Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Delaware Social Studies Standards in grades 6–12.
• Coordinate with district coach science kits via implementation; maintain curriculum materials across platforms (e.g., Schoology/Google).
• Support curriculum pilots, pacing guides, high-quality instructional materials (HQIM), and Open Sci Ed  programming.
• Guide the development and revision of 3-dimensional science assessments, rubrics, and aligned instructional units.
• Support state-required social studies curriculum mandates including HB 198, HR 31, civics requirements, and other (s).
• Collaborate with the district assessment team to support benchmark, interim, and state testing (e.g., DeSSA, SAT, DCPS).
• Provide guidance on integrating literacy and disciplinary reading/writing strategies across science and social studies.

• Deliver coaching cycles, lesson modeling, and feedback to teachers and teams using walkthroughs, lesson study, and data protocols.
• Facilitate school-based and district-level professional learning communities (PLCs) using Learning Forward standards.
• Design and lead high-quality professional development (in-person, virtual, small group) aligned to strategic district initiatives.
• Serve as a strategic partner in MTSS design, intervention planning, and universal design for learning in content areas and learners.

• Analyze and communicate student data (formative, benchmark, and summative) to identify trends and drive instructional improvement.
• Collaborate with school teams to support instructional equity for multilingual learners, students with disabilities, and gifted learners.
• Coordinate inclusive instructional support across content areas and ensure alignment with Capital's Student Success Guide.

• Promote and support integration of blended learning, digital tools, and AI-enhanced instructional practices.
• Support teachers and leaders in effectively using instructional platforms and technology for curriculum access and student engagement.

• Serve as the building's science lab safety and hazardous waste liaison; ensure safety practices, safety training, and lab supply compliance.
• Participate in state (DDOE) work groups (Science Coalition, Social Studies Coalition, DLC), statewide professional learning, and grant-related audits (e.g., Go Green, STEM, Presidential Awards, ELIT).
• Participate in walkthroughs, department meetings, instructional leadership teams, and Capital Strategic Intent committees as needed.

• Coordinate with the building print/copy center for science unit materials and manage electronic posting/distribution.
• Provide flexible on-site support across buildings and maintain strong communication with teacher leaders and school administrators.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Building Principal(s)
• Summer hours scheduled based on availability, funding, and district priorities.

• Bachelor's degree with Delaware certification in Secondary Science required
• Certification or experience in Secondary Social Studies preferred
• Master's degree preferred (Instructional Leadership, Curriculum, or related field)
• Minimum of 5 years of successful middle or high school teaching experience
• Demonstrated expertise in science pedagogy, civic learning, and instructional leadership
• Ability to collaborate effectively and lead adult professional learning
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills

• Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check
• Tuberculin Test and physical
• Mandatory Direct Deposit of paycheck

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with…