Job Description

5-12 Instructional Coach (Instruction Catalyst)

Reports to: CAO

Status: Exempt

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree in related content area preferred
• NYS Teaching Certification preferred
• Experience in classroom teaching preferred
• Evidence of strong communication, problem-solving, and human relations skills
• Evidence of the ability to effectively work with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators from a diverse community

Terms of Employment:

• Starting Salary: Negotiable
• Annual Raise: Negotiable
• Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits, 403B
• Contract Term: 11 months

Position Description:
The Instructional Coach (5-12) serves as the primary resource and subject matter expert for faculty, staff, and external representatives on curriculum and instruction. The Coach works collaboratively with faculty and staff to ensure curricular development aligns with the strategic needs of the organization and NYS Learning Guidelines. Responsibilities include advising on lesson planning, lesson development, academic policy, and assessment, as well as coaching and mentoring teachers to ensure high-quality instructional planning, student engagement, and lesson delivery for grades 5-12.

Rewarding Experience:
Enhancing the quality of instruction and supporting teacher development to improve student outcomes.

Primary Functions:

• Systems Management
• Instructional Coaching
• Instructional Leadership
• Lesson Planning & Development
• Assessments & Data

Supervisory Functions:

• None

Evaluation:

• The performance of the Curriculum & Instruction Coach will be evaluated annually by the Chief Academic Officer, Chief Talent Officer, and Executive Director (CEO).

Duties and Responsibilities:

Systems Management:

• Support the management and monitoring of all district-wide web-based and software programs relative to 5-12 education
• Act as lead manager in collaboration with other administrators for 5-12 data collection and student data tracking
• Advise the CEO and CAO on the performance of students in grades 5-12 based on assessment data
• Support managing an effective system of data collection, data analysis, and data reporting as required by the State Education Department and district
• Support managing software licenses for instructional resources at the 5-12 grade levels
• Support the implementation of instructional policy and planning

Instructional Coaching:

• Assist the CAO in managing and maintaining the district's instructional vision, practices, and policies through coaching, mentoring, and developing teachers
• Assist the CAO and Principal in supporting classroom management techniques, student engagement techniques, efficiency, and instructional practice
• Coach and model core instructional practices for teachers throughout their first three years in the district, or as needed
• Engage experienced teachers with growth goals for incorporating higher-level instructional practices in the classroom, and provide them with opportunities to share best practices
• Meet with teachers to discuss, summarize, break down, and model core instructional techniques and practices
• Assist the CAO with the implementation of instructional practices and policies
• Model district-wide teaching techniques and strategies when applicable
• Support and work with teachers on the implementation of highly effective teaching and learning techniques
• May assist teachers in growth goals after classroom observations are completed by the principal
• Provide ongoing training and professional development for new teachers

Instructional Leadership:

• Supervise and support the implementation of high-quality instruction within middle and high schools
• Support administrators and teachers at all Buffalo and Rochester schools within the district
• Travel to Buffalo and Rochester area schools as scheduled
• Attend and contribute to building-based academic team meetings when applicable
• Attend and contribute to district-wide academic team meetings when applicable
• Assist with the implementation of the core curriculum as defined on the academics website and the instructional vision for all core NYS Assessment and Regents Courses
• Assist the Chief Academic Officer, Chief Talent Officer, and Principal with professional development planning and professional learning opportunities
• Provide initial training and onboarding in curriculum and instruction at the beginning of the school year and as needed throughout the school year
• Assist in the onboarding process of newly hired teachers
• Assist the Academic Team and CAO with the implementation of district-wide policy

Lesson Planning & Development:

• Supervise and support the planning and delivery of core curriculum lessons throughout all 5-12 classrooms
• Attend check-in meetings for grades 5-12 regarding lesson planning and pacing, reviewing the upcoming scope & sequence, pacing plans, and lesson plans
• Monitor and review lesson plans to ensure curriculum alignment and all lesson planning components are met
• Monitor and review pacing plans to ensure standards alignment, rigorous instruction, and accurate pacing are represented throughout the year
• Contribute to the planning of additional 5-12 curriculum when needed
• Support teachers with the internalization of lesson content when applicable, within the specialization area

Assessments & Data:

• Manage and support the implementation of curriculum-based, diagnostic, proficiency, benchmark, and standardized assessments
• Support managing the district-wide diagnostic assessments and data collection
• Support managing the district-wide benchmark assessments and data collection
• Support managing the district-wide performance & proficiency-based assessments and data collection
• Assist the Principal with assessment data meetings upon scheduled request through CAO
• Support teachers with assessment data internalization and strategic planning as needed
• Support the administration of NYS Grades 5-8 Math, ELA & Science Assessments and Regents exams

Additional Duties:

• Participate in staff and department meetings as assigned
• Engage in professional development opportunities
• Fulfill non-instructional duties as assigned by the supervisors

Key Competencies:

• Adaptability and flexibility
• Strong communication skills
• Effective classroom management
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Problem-solving abilities

How it Supports the Mission and Vision:

• Enhances the quality of instruction and supports teacher development
• Ensures curricular alignment with strategic goals and NYS Learning Guidelines
• Promotes student engagement and academic success

Job Attachment

Itinerant Location

24 Agassiz Circle, Buffalo NY

Salary: From

50000.00

Salary: To

70000.00

Salary Competitive

Y

Position Status

Full time

Start Date

08/01/2026

Contact Person's Name

Justin Braun

Contact Person's Title

Chief Academic Officer

Contact Person's Phone

7168542490

Contact Person's Email

braun@buffsci.org

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