Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Memphis, TN 38132Position Title: Instructional Facilitator
Department: Instructional Staff
Reports To: School Principal / Instructional Leader
Location: Southern Avenue Charter Elementary School
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary
The Instructional Facilitator supports high-quality teaching and learning across the elementary grades by coaching teachers, modeling effective instructional strategies, leading professional development, and using data to drive instructional decisions. The facilitator collaborates with staff to implement curriculum and instructional best practices aligned with the charter school’s mission and academic goals, ensuring equitable and rigorous learning for all students.
Key Responsibilities:
Instructional Leadership
Provide on-site coaching and feedback to teachers to improve instructional practices and student engagement.
Model effective, culturally responsive teaching strategies across subject areas.
Collaborate with teachers in lesson planning, differentiation, and assessment design aligned to standards.
Professional Development
Design and facilitate ongoing professional learning aligned with school improvement goals and instructional priorities.
Lead teacher data meetings, instructional rounds, and peer observations.
Support the implementation of the school’s instructional frameworks, curriculum, and assessments.
Data-Driven Instruction
Analyze school, classroom, and student data to identify trends, monitor progress, and guide instructional decisions.
Work with grade-level teams and individual teachers to develop targeted intervention plans.
Support implementation of formative and summative assessments, including benchmark and state assessments.
Collaboration and Support
Serve as a liaison between teachers, administrators, and instructional support teams.
Participate in school leadership team meetings and assist in aligning instruction with schoolwide initiatives.
Support new teacher onboarding, mentoring, and induction programs.
Curriculum and Instructional Resources
Stay current on best practices, curricular changes, and research-based strategies in elementary education.
Assist with selecting, developing, and adapting instructional materials and digital tools.
Ensure alignment of instruction with charter school performance standards and accountability requirements.
QualificationsQualifications:
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field (Master’s preferred)
Valid teaching license/certification in elementary education
Minimum of 3–5 years of successful classroom teaching experience
Demonstrated expertise in curriculum planning, instructional coaching, and adult learning strategies
Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
Preferred:
Experience in a charter or high-performing urban school setting
Training in instructional coaching, professional learning communities (PLCs), or similar models
Knowledge of MTSS/RTI, literacy and numeracy frameworks, and culturally responsive pedagogy
Working Conditions:
Fast-paced, collaborative charter school environment
May require occasional evening or weekend work for school events or professional development
Role includes classroom observations and active support in various learning environments
Equal Opportunity Statement
Southern Avenue Charter Elementary School is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.