Instructional Coach

Position type

Full time, exempt, 11 Month

The Instructional Coach supports the improvement of instructional practice and student outcomes through job-embedded coaching and professional learning. This role partners with teachers to strengthen curriculum implementation, data-driven instruction, and classroom practices aligned to KIPP St. Louis instructional expectations.

Reporting to the School Leader or Assistant School Leader, the Instructional Coach provides individualized coaching cycles, models effective instruction, and supports teachers in analyzing student data to continuously improve teaching and learning.

• Direct Manager:
  Assistant School Leader or School Leader.
• Direct Reports:
  None
• Key Collaborators:
  Teachers, school leadership team members, and regional academic partners.

• The Instructional Coach leads coaching cycles and instructional support for assigned teachers. The coach supports teacher growth through observation, modeling, and feedback but does not evaluate teacher performance.
• Final evaluation decisions remain with the School Leader or Assistant School Leader.

• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide actionable feedback.
• Lead coaching cycles including goal-setting, modeling, and follow-up.
• Support teachers with lesson planning, pacing, and differentiation.
• Model effective instructional strategies on a weekly basis.

• Support teachers in analyzing student work and assessment data.
• Facilitate data discussions to improve instructional decisions.
• Monitor student progress and adjust coaching strategies accordingly.

• Support professional learning aligned to school priorities.
• Reinforce instructional expectations and best practices.
• Collaborate with leadership to align coaching with school improvement goals.

• Partner with school leadership to identify instructional priorities.
• Support grade-level and content teams in strengthening instruction.
• Contribute to school wide instructional improvement efforts.

• Growth in instructional quality across coached classrooms.
• Evidence of teacher development through coaching cycles.
• Improved student achievement and academic growth.
• Strong alignment between coaching and school instructional priorities.

• Strong instructional expertise and classroom practice.
• Ability to observe instruction and provide actionable feedback.
• Strong facilitation and adult learning skills.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Formal training or certification in a research-based coaching framework

• Curriculum implementation and lesson design.
• Data-driven instruction and assessment analysis.
• Coaching strategies and adult learning theory.
• Effective classroom management and instructional strategies.

• 2+ years of successful classroom teaching experience with strong student achievement results
• Demonstrated impact on student outcomes and instructional practice
• Strong instructional practice and content knowledge
• Ability to coach teachers using data and student work
• Bachelor's Degree in education or related field
• Facilitation skills for adult learning
• Formal training in coaching frameworks or adult learning
• State teaching certification in a content area

• Prior coaching or mentor experience
• Record of driving results in a K-12 educational environment
• Master's Degree in a content area, curriculum, or reading specialist

KIPP St. Louis is committed to pay equity and to ensuring that we do not unintentionally perpetuate historic wage gaps that persist due to individual negotiations. As a result, salaries are not negotiated. We are transparent about salaries in our job postings so that candidates can make an informed decision before beginning the hiring process. The salary range is $70,000 to $95,000.

• $0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision and dental.
• Employer Paid Short Term Disability.
• $50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee.
• Retirement plan through PSSRSSL…