Instructional Coach - Cyprus High School

• Position Type:
  Secondary Teaching/ Instructional Coach - Secondary
• Date Posted: 5/29/2026
• Date Available:
  
  08/03/2026
• Closing Date: 06/09/2026

Instructional Coach - Cyprus High School - (1.0 FTE)

The Instructional Coach position requires a professional Instructional Coaching endorsement or willingness to obtain it within the first 2 years of placement in this position.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The Instructional Coach, having expertise in the areas of: classroom instruction, instructional coaching, adult learning theory, and organizational change, will work as a colleague with classroom teachers to support student learning and teacher practice. The Instructional Coach will focus on individual and group professional learning that will expand and refine the understanding of researched-based effective instruction for teachers. In order to meet this purpose, the Instructional Coach will provide personalized, 1-to-1 teacher support based on goals that will increase student achievement.

• Support the philosophy and vision of Granite School District.
• Facilitate the intellectual and professional development of teachers with a focus on improving student achievement.
• Create positive relationships with teachers and administrators.
• Communicate and demonstrate researched-based instructional practices that result in increased student performance.
• React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
• Provide individualized classroom-based coaching with teachers to support them in implementing effective instructional practices.
• Provide non-evaluative feedback to teachers based on observed classroom practice.
• Provide support in analyzing student assessment data.
• Assist teachers with instructional decisions based on assessment data when appropriate.
• Assist teachers with specific classroom strategies when appropriate.
• Provide support for classroom engagement and management.
• Assist teachers in creating materials that are aligned with the Utah Core Curriculum.
• Model effective, differentiated instruction when appropriate.
• Manage time and schedule flexibility to maximize teacher schedules and learning.
• Work positively toward meeting identified district and building improvement goals.
• Develop and maintain a confidential, collegial relationship with teachers.
• Participate fully in professional development for instructional coaches, including peer observations, professional research and reading, and inquiry sessions.
• Assist teachers in aligning teaching with appropriate standards, curriculum, and assessments.
• Work collaboratively and collegially with other instructional coaches, curriculum specialists, and district specialists.
• Understand that job responsibilities may vary related to each building's needs.

Note:

The Instructional Coach is not a school administrator and will not evaluate or supervise employees.

• Other duties are assigned.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Utah Core Standards.
• Experience in evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Knowledge and experience in:
  • classroom instruction;
  • instructional coaching;
  • adult learning theory; and
  • organizational change.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills for building an environment with a common instructional focus, promoting initiatives, and conveying expectations.
• Ability to design and deliver quality professional development.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a professional manner both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated strength in organization,…