Instructional Coach, Math - New York City (Fixed Term)

Company: Amplify
Location: Brooklyn
Posted on: May 16, 2025

Job Description:

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 15 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visitamplify.com.Amplify is seeking Math coaches with a background in teaching, coaching, and/or school leadership to join our professional development team as a fixed term employee for the New York City Department of Education for the 2025-2026 school year.Essential 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 NYC DOE 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 STEM Professional Development Strategist 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.The Instructional Coach's daily responsibilities will be based on the district's goals and priorities throughout the year. Specific areas of focus may include:

• Leading classroom observations and providing feedback to teachers and leaders
• Conducting model lessons and co-teaching alongside classroom teachers
• Providing office hours for leaders and teachers
• Supporting unit or lesson planning with grade-level teams and/or individual teachers
• Leading lesson study cycles for teachers
• Analyzing student work and formative assessment data to support instructional decision-making and responsiveness to learner outcomes
• Cultivating model classrooms as a means of elevating and replicating best practices for planning and instruction
• Providing recommendations to educators designed to enhance equity of learning for diverse student populations including Students with Learning & Thinking Differences and English LearnersIn addition to these specific areas of focus in coaching, the instructional coach will also:
  • Proactively seek out feedback and adapt practice based upon the feedback and what is leading to improved student outcomes
  • Create or customize professional development experiences, as needed
  • Facilitate district-wide professional development sessions (in person and remote), as needed, for leaders and teachersMinimum Qualifications:
    • Passionate about math and deep knowledge of problem based learning
    • Experience leading sustained coaching engagements and professional development for educators in K-5 or 6-8
    • Ability to build relationships with leaders at various levels
    • 5+ years of 6-8 math teaching experience, leading to demonstrable results for students
    • Experience in guiding teams of educators through change management processes
    • Experience supporting HQIM implementation with diverse student populations, including Students with IEPS and English Language Learners in research-based Math practices
    • Experience supporting HQIM implementation in settings inclusive of students with a wide range of disabilities and needs, including but not limited to ICT, Nest, Self-Contained, and other special class settings
    • Experience working on collaborative projects with leaders and teachers
    • Proven efficacy in time management while managing multiple engagements and competing priorities
    • Strong oral and written communication skills
    • Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology based productivity tools, mainly Google Applications
    • Able to travel locally (up to 4 days per week) across New York City to support educatorsPreferred Qualifications:
      • Deep knowledge of New York City's Mathematics Shifts
      • Experience teaching or supporting Desmos Math
      • Knowledge of Amplify Desmos Math
      • Experience analyzing data and using it to inform practice
      • Ability to support teachers in a remote learning environment, if needed
      • Fluent in Spanish (including speaking, reading, and writing)
      • Master's or Advanced Degree in EducationWhat we offer:Salary is only one component of the Amplify Total Rewards package, which includes a 401(k) plan, competitive health insurance and mental health options, basic life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and access to best-in-class development programs. The gross salary range for this role is $95,000 - $105,000.Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Amplify makes employment decisions based on qualifications and merit, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.Amplify is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in connection with the application or hiring process, please email ..If you are selected for employment, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination, or submit to enhanced background screening, such as fingerprinting.Amplify is an E-Verify participant.

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