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Jumoke Academy

Math Coach

Hartford, CT

The District Math Coach serves as a key instructional leader responsible for advancing high-quality ... Improvement Plan, School Improvement Plans, and Turnaround efforts. Key Responsibilities:

Illinois School District U-46

Tiered Support Coach

Bartlett, IL · On-site

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

Align intervention plans and progress monitoring to student outcomes identified in the School Improvement Plan. * Partner with the Data Coach to ensure teams have access to relevant and accurate data ...

Illinois School District U-46

Tiered Support Coach

Elgin, IL

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

Align intervention plans and progress monitoring to student outcomes identified in the School Improvement Plan. * Partner with the Data Coach to ensure teams have access to relevant and accurate data ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for school improvement coach in the United States is $40.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $51.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a school improvement coach?

School Improvement Coaches are educational professionals who work with schools to help improve teaching practices, student achievement, and overall school performance. They collaborate with teachers, administrators, and staff to analyze data, set goals, and implement strategies that foster positive change. These coaches often provide training, mentoring, and support to educators, focusing on areas such as curriculum development, instructional methods, and school culture. Their ultimate goal is to ensure continuous improvement and success for both students and staff in the educational environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a school improvement coach?

To thrive as a School Improvement Coach, you need expertise in instructional leadership, data analysis, and a background in education, often supported by a teaching certification and experience in school administration. Familiarity with school improvement frameworks, curriculum assessment tools, and data management systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, collaborative problem-solving, and the ability to inspire and motivate educators are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies enable coaches to drive meaningful change, support staff development, and ultimately improve student outcomes.

How does a school improvement coach typically collaborate with teachers and administrators to drive positive change?

School Improvement Coaches work closely with teachers and administrators by facilitating data-driven discussions, co-developing instructional strategies, and providing ongoing feedback through classroom observations. They often lead professional development sessions and help set achievable goals aligned with school improvement plans. Successful collaboration relies on building trust, maintaining open communication, and empowering staff to implement evidence-based practices. This role is highly interactive and requires adaptability as coaches support diverse teams and address unique school challenges.

What is the difference between School Improvement Coach vs School Counselor?

AspectSchool Improvement CoachSchool Counselor
CredentialsTypically requires a teaching credential or educational leadership certificationRequires a state-issued counseling license and a master's degree in school counseling
Work EnvironmentWorks with teachers and administrators to improve school performanceWorks directly with students to support their social, emotional, and academic needs
Employer & Industry UsageEmployed by schools or districts focusing on school improvement initiativesEmployed by schools, districts, or mental health agencies to provide student counseling

While both roles aim to enhance student success, School Improvement Coaches focus on school-wide strategies and teacher development, whereas School Counselors work directly with students to address personal and academic challenges.

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Infographic showing various School Improvement Coach job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,243 per year, or $40 per hour.

Instructional Coach- 4 Day School Week 2026-2027

Liberty Elementary School District 25

Buckeye, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Certified Teacher/Instructional Coach
Date Posted:
7/16/2026
Location:
Blue Horizons Elementary
Date Available:
07/20/2026
General Statement of Responsibilities:
Provides the knowledge, skill, and training required to assist each assigned teacher to meet or exceed proficiency in teaching standards and improve classroom student learning. The instructional coach collaborates with the school principal in planning and implementing action plan activities to support school academic achievement goals. The instructional coach serves as an instructional liaison between the school and Educational Services.
Qualifications & Experience:
  1. Bachelor's Degree in related field
  2. Master's Degree (preferred)
  3. Reading Endorsement (preferred)
  4. Minimum of five years of successful classroom teaching experience (multiple grade levels preferred)
  5. Evidence of highly effective performance level on most recent teacher evaluation (preferred)
  6. Evidence of classroom student achievement growth of more than one year (preferred)
  7. Experience in one or more teacher leader roles demonstrating responsibility for grade-level team or content vertical team school improvement efforts
  8. Valid Arizona teaching certificate
  9. Valid fingerprint clearance card
  10. Experience working with linguistically and ethnically diverse students
  11. Deep knowledge of literacy development or other content area, current scientifically-based reading research, the Arizona College and Career Ready Standards, and assessment practices
  12. Experience in data analysis and using data to inform instruction
  13. Experience working with adult learners
  14. Demonstrated ability to work independently
  15. Effective organizational and time management skills
  16. Effective presentation skills
  17. Ability to maintain confidentiality
  18. Excellent communication skills
  19. Demonstrated ability to work with students, staff and parents
  20. Evidence of ability to use technology effectively

Responsibilities & Duties:
  1. Establish and maintain trusting relationships that enhance the school culture and promote risk taking and collaboration among teachers and staff.
  2. Develop a positive working relationship with teachers, school site personnel, and district personnel
  3. Guide teachers to systematically identify patterns and relationships in student learning data, teacher content knowledge, and teacher actions to improve teacher effectiveness
  4. Assist teachers in disaggregating and analyzing data about student achievement and designing differentiated lessons and effective student learning interventions
  5. Assist teachers with developing long-range and short-range planning using district curriculum resources and data from assessments
  6. Support teachers in successfully implementing state content standards and district curriculum
  7. Design and adjust systems of coaching support for assigned teachers
  8. Assist teachers with implementation of his/her educator goal plans for improved teacher effectiveness and increased student achievement
  9. Collaborate with teachers to develop school grade-level team common formative assessments.
  10. Assist teacher in aligning record keeping to lesson planning to monitor student progress of taught curriculum standards
  11. Provide job-embedded, research-driven, team-based, differentiated, results-based professional development aligned to the school continuous improvement plan.
  12. Plan and facilitate assigned teacher induction workshops
  13. Plan and facilitate assigned district-wide professional development workshops
  14. Collaborate with the Educational Services team in supporting the needs of probationary teachers
  15. Collaborate with the Educational Services team in facilitating solution team support to targeted grade level or specific teachers in the assigned school
  16. Assist in developing and revising district curriculum and instruction resources
  17. Collaboratively and productively participate on the school leadership team to support school improvement goals in alignment with district improvement goals
  18. Maintain accurate records and supporting data for coaching cycle plans, schedules, and teacher progress toward goals
  19. Serve as the school assessment coordinator
  20. Provide reading intervention services to designated students
  21. Other duties as assigned

Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Able to communicate effectively with staff, students, and community members.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to address problems involving several variables in a multitude of situations.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls and use a keyboard or keypad. The employee occasionally is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk or sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to ten pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus and monitor students on the periphery.
Work Environment
The employee regularly works indoors.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The duties and responsibilities identified in this position description are illustrative only and are in no way intended to be a complete list of activities that may be required of an incumbent.
Reports To:
Director of School Effectiveness and School Principal
Terms of Employment:
  • Exempt Status/Teacher Contract (167 Days)
  • Sick/Personal Leave
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Participation in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

Compensation:
Placement on the Governing Board Approved
Eligible for up to $5,000 performance compensation
$1,000 stipend for New Teacher Induction
$1,000 stipend for summer leadership activity
$1,000 Extra-Duty stipend for increased responsibilities during the teacher calendar year.

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