Instructional Manager

Texas, USA - Multiple Cities

Job Type

Full Time

Work Arrangement

In Field / On Site

Position Description

The Leadership Development Director will design and deliver training and coaching solutions that build education leaders’ capacity to lead continuous instructional improvement in schools. This position is a year-round position. SustainED Leaders’ training and coaching focus on supporting educators to implement evidence-based practices and research-based curriculum that maximize the learning and growth of all students, with an emphasis and focus on implementing HQIM (Bluebonnet Learning, Amplify Reading, Eureka Math, Carnegie Math, STEMScopes Math, i-Ready Math and Reading, SAVVAS Math and Reading, and HMH Reading). To achieve this impact, the Leadership Development Director will:

Coach & Develop Education Leaders & Teachers (School Year

Engage in regular in-person coaching visits with teachers, leaders, and leadership teams
Design and deliver in-person and/or virtual professional development sessions to teachers and leaders
Develop trusting relationships with each stakeholder of the partnership
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 the progress of leaders' and teachers’ progress
Support leaders and leadership teams to internalize research-based curriculum
Report and work closely with Managing Directors and other team members to plan and execute training, coaching, and other development activities for education leaders
Planning and delivering model lessons
Provide in-person and remote support to leaders 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 for leaders and teachers.
Develop customized tools and resources based on the needs of the campus or district
Create and refine coaching tools and frameworks that will support leaders and teachers in internalizing and implementing research-based curriculum
Build coaching tools that leaders can use to support the implementation and management of cultural, data, and instructional systems

Strategic Partner (On-Going)

Meet with school and district leaders to establish partnerships
Partner with SustainED Leaders’ team to design and develop programming
Collaborate with SustainED Leaders’ team on strategic planning and implementation
Manage/Support/Collaborate with SustainED Leaders Instructional Manager for campus planning and support with deliverable

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 Qualifications

The Leadership Development Director will have a minimum of five years of experience as a school or district leader and a track record of coaching and developing other leaders and teachers to accelerate learning and growth for all students. A Leadership Development Director will be an experienced, successful urban school leader who is dedicated to the mission of developing the next generation of outstanding school 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 school and/or district 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 and/or school leaders to achieve ambitious goals
Demonstrated academic achievement as a teacher and school 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
The ability to quickly adapt and make decisions in a changing and fast-paced environment
Open-minded and receptive to receiving multiple rounds of feedback
Open to travel to multiple districts and campus sites throughout the school year
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 +
A minimum of five years working in school leadership (principal experience is strongly preferred)
Demonstrated track record of coaching and developing teachers and leaders 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:

Commits to Excellence
Continuously Learns & Improves
Leads Courageously
Builds Trusting Relationships
Utilizes Evidence-Based Practices
Thinks & Acts Strategically

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position is: $95,000 - $115,000. 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)
Start Date: July 2025

Equity Statement

SustainED Leaders is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, religion, ancestry, color, race, ethnicity, or creed; LGBTQ+ individuals and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applying for Position

To apply for the position, please apply through our 2026 Application Portal. Due to the high volume of applications received, applications sent via e-mail may not be received.

We thank you for your interest and consideration of joining our team at SustainED Leaders!

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