Position Description
The Instructional Manager will support the adoption and implementation of HQIM at partner school districts. The Instructional Manager will design and deliver training and conduct side-by-side coaching that builds educators’ capacity to implement Bluebonnet Learning, Amplify Reading, Eureka Math, and/or Carnegie Math curriculum. To achieve this impact, the Instructional Manager will:
Coach & Develop Leaders & Teachers (School Year)
Engage in regular in-person coaching visits with teachers and campus leaders
Design and deliver in-person and/or virtual professional development sessions to leaders
Develop trusting relationships with each teacher and leader
Support leaders and teachers to implement high-quality instructional materials (HQIM)
Review student data and student work to measure and monitor students’ learning
Utilize and manage coaching trackers that track progress of leaders and teachers’ progress
Supports leaders and leadership teams to internalize research-based curriculum
Report and work closely with the Executive Director and other team members to plan and execute training, coaching, and other development activities for education leaders
Provide in-person and remote support to teachers that empowers them to enhance the quality of instruction
Develop & Refine Coaching and Training Tools (Summer, On-Going as needed)
Internalize the SustainED Leaders’ coaching model and leadership development programs
Develop online and physical coaching tools and frameworks to be used in daily and weekly coaching
Design in-person and/or virtual training materials
Plan and prepare for each side-by-side coaching experience
Create and refine coaching tools and frameworks that will support teachers to internalize and implement research-based curriculum
Build coaching tools that leaders can use to support the implementation and management of cultural, data, and instructional systems
Create and/or refine weekly coaching agendas and coaching plans for ongoing coaching
Strategic Partner (On-Going)
Meet with schoo
lleaders to establish partnershipsPartner with SustainED Leaders’ team to design and develop programming
Collaborate with SustainED Leaders’ team to determine highest leverage strategic decisions for programming
Evaluate Program
Collect and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of coaching and development
Refine and redesign coaching and training based on data to increase effectiveness
Position Locations
We are currently hiring for this role in the following regions:
Dallas Fort-Worth
Austin
Houston
Corpus Christi
San Antonio
Position Requirements
The Instructional Manager will have a minimum of two years of teaching experience and two years of additional leader experience, and have a track record of coaching and developing teachers to accelerate learning and growth for all students. The Instructional Manager will be an experienced educator who is dedicated to the mission of developing the next generation of outstanding school teachers and leaders.
Additional Qualifications
Deep understanding and knowledge of high-quality instructional materials (i.e. Bluebonnet Learning, Eureka, Amplify, Carnegie, etc.) and experience implementing HQIM in districts and schools
A demonstrated record of improving student outcomes as a teacher and/or leader
A results orientation and commitment to holding self and others accountable for maximizing learning and growth for all students
The ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders
Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as inter- and intra-personal skills
Experience managing or coaching teachers to achieve ambitious goals
Demonstrated academic achievement as a teacher and educational leader
Significant experience using data to achieve academic results
Deeply held belief that all children can learn and achieve at high levels regardless of race, gender, or socio-economic background
Desire to play a major role in the growth and evolution of a transformative startup organization
Requirements
Graduate degree in education (preferred)
A minimum of two years teaching experience + additional two years minimum of leader experience
A minimum of two years in an instructional leadership role (principal, dean/assistant principal, instructional coach, teacher leader, and/or demo teacher)
Experience coaching and supporting teachers (leading observation and feedback, leading PLC meetings, analyzing data and planning interventions)
Demonstrated track record of driving strong student outcomes - as a teacher and in coaching and developing teachers to accelerate learning for all students
Commitment to Core Values
SustainED Leaders operates with a commitment to its core values and seeks to build a team of individuals who share a commitment to those core values. Our organization’s core values are:
Builds Trusting Relationships
Utilizes Evidence-Based Practices
Thinks & Acts Strategically
Commits to Excellence
Continuously Learns & Improves
Leads Courageously
Salary & Benefits
The salary range for this position is: $75,000 - $95,000. SustainED Leaders offers benefits to employees, including: medical, vision, and dental insurance with monthly employer contribution, as well as a SIMPLE IRA with 3% employer match.
Travel Reimbursement
Mileage Stipend
Work Days: Annual
Work Hours: Primarily 8 am - 5 pm (hours may vary based on travel or organization needs)
About SustainED Leaders
SustainED Leaders is a nonprofit organization focused on transformational leadership in public education so that all children can attend a school where the adults have the courage, commitment, and capacity to maximize learning and growth for all students. SustainED Leaders designs and delivers training and personalized coaching to education leaders and teachers that builds their capacity to lead continuous instructional improvement in schools. Our training and coaching focuses on supporting educators to implement evidence and research-based practices and high-quality instructional materials that accelerate the learning and growth of all students.
Applying to the Position
We thank you for your interest in joining our team! To apply for the position, please apply through our official application form below. Due to the high volume of applications, applications sent via e-mail or to individuals may not be received by our hiring team.
For additional questions, please reach out to careers@sustainedleaders.org.