Summer School - High School Instructional Coach - Full-time

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK

The Summer Academy Instructional Coach provides leadership in supporting high-quality instruction for high school credit recovery courses in English, mathematics, science, and history. The position focuses on improving student achievement through data-driven coaching, instructional support, and collaboration with program staff to ensure students meet course and graduation requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supports the implementation of effective, standards-aligned instruction across core content areas (ELA, math, science, and history)
• Analyzes student performance data to monitor progress toward course completion and credit attainment
• Conducts instructional observations and provides timely, actionable feedback to teachers
• Coaches teachers in the use of evidence-based instructional strategies, differentiation, and intervention practices
• Models effective instructional practices and supports collaborative lesson planning
• Facilitates data discussions to guide instructional decision-making and monitor student progress
• Ensures fidelity of curriculum implementation and alignment to program expectations
• Monitors student attendance and engagement; collaborates with staff to address barriers to success
• Communicates effectively with program staff and leadership to support program operations
• Assists with student supervision during transitions, as needed
• Attends all required program sessions, professional learning, and data meetings
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of high school curriculum, standards, and instructional best practices across core content areas
• Ability to analyze and use student data to inform instruction and coaching
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively support adult learners
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and facilitate reflective practice
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license
• Endorsement in Administration and Supervision or Instructional Coaching/Curriculum and Instruction preferred
• Demonstrated successful experience teaching at the high school level in a core content area
• Evidence of improving student academic outcomes, including work with at-risk or credit recovery students preferred
• Experience in instructional coaching or professional learning facilitation preferred

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

June 29-July 23, 2026, 8 hours per day

EVALUATION

Performance evaluation will be conducted using final student performance data (i.e., SOL performance and growth data).

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. It is neither intended to be, nor should it be construed as, an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. Administration reserves the right to modify, assign, or remove duties as necessary.