Instructional Coach, Science - Las Vegas (Contractor)

A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 10 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visit amplify.com.

Amplify is seeking Instructional Coaches for science with a background in teaching, coaching, and/or school leadership to join our Professional Development (PD) team as full time contractors for the Clark County School District for the 2023-2024 school year.

Primary Responsibilities

The Instructional Coach will support educators on-site up to four days a week with the fifth day dedicated to planning and preparing to meet the needs of educators. Most weeks will be 40 hour work weeks. The Instructional Coach may be asked to support the Amplify PD team on department-wide initiatives on days that CCSD teachers have off when Amplify is open for business (teacher work days, holidays, winter and summer breaks, school cancellations, etc.). This support will vary but may include designing and/or delivering PD through the summer to other districts.

In this role, you will collaborate with district/school leadership and the Amplify Science Professional Development Strategist assigned to the district/school to determine the strategy, focus, and a coaching approach for different times of year. You will also partner to adjust course, as needed, with an eye toward improving student outcomes. An outcomes-centered orientation and ability to pivot on short notice are necessary for this role.

Specific Areas Of Focus May Include

The Instructional Coach’s daily responsibilities will be based on the district’s goals and priorities throughout the year.

• Cultivating model classrooms (and capturing video examples from these classrooms) as a means of elevating and replicating best practices for planning and instruction
• Leading classroom observations and providing feedback to teachers and leaders
• Analyzing student work and formative assessment data to support instructional decision-making and responsiveness to learner outcomes
• Supporting unit or lesson planning with grade-level teams and/or individual teachers
• Conducting model lessons and co-teaching alongside classroom teachers
• Providing office hours for leaders and teachers
• Leading lesson study cycles for teachers
• Supporting K-5 teachers with integrating science activities into literacy block time
• Providing recommendations to educators designed to enhance equity of learning for diverse student populations including students with learning & thinking differences and English Learners

In addition to these specific areas of focus in coaching, the instructional coach will also:

• Create or customize professional development experiences, as needed
• Proactively seek out feedback and adapt practice based upon the feedback and what is leading to improved student outcomes
• Facilitate district-wide professional development sessions (in person and remote), as needed, for leaders and teachers

Basic Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• 5+ years of K-5 or 6-8 science teaching experience, leading to demonstrable results for students
• Experience working on collaborative projects with leaders and teachers
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology based productivity tools, mainly Google Applications
• Able to travel locally (up to 4 days per week) across the greater Las Vegas area to support educators
• Proven efficacy in time management while managing multiple engagements and competing priorities
• Experience leading sustained coaching engagements and professional development for educators in K-5 or 6-8
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required as this role requires in-person and on-site activities
• Passionate about science and deep knowledge of three-dimensional learning

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or Advanced Degree in Education
• Experience with Canvas
• Experience teaching or supporting Amplify Science
• Fluent in Spanish (including speaking, reading, and writing)
• Experience analyzing data and using it to inform practice
• Ability to support teachers in a remote learning environment, if needed
• Knowledge of Amplify Science

Additional Information

Location: This position requires that the Science Instructional Coach is permitted to work in the US, have residency in the US and possess a valid US driver’s license. The specialist should live within 30 miles of the Clark County school district. The Coach may be asked to deliver sessions throughout the country based on business needs and during school closures or if the contract terminates early.

Travel: Local travel is required and considered an essential function of the job. Car mileage and related expenses for professional development delivery are initially paid in advance by the Science Coach. Reimbursements for these expenses - including mileage if driving your own car - will be processed 2-3 weeks following submission of the expense reimbursement requests.

Documentation: If selected, a background check and proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. The latter is subject to potential reasonable accommodation due to medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Equipment: This position requires reliable home internet that can support video calls on Google Meet and Zoom and a quiet, professional place to deliver remote professional development.

Any communication to applicants relating to the Amplify hiring process will only come from email addresses with the domain amplify.com.

Compensation And Benefits

The gross salary for this role is $1,735/week for approximately 50 weeks of work. Benefits are available through Target CW Staffing, our agency partner. The contract terms will be for a one-year assignment. Time off will be taken in coordination with the district calendar, as much as is possible.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.

Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.