Job Description

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTIONAL ELA COACH

Achievers Early College Prep is excited to grow a team of teachers who are committed to continuously improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration. Instructional Coaches are needed to be the catalyst for our teachers to be better at identifying and implementing tools and strategies that improve student outcomes.

Coaches in this position will have and be able to do the following:

• Demonstrate expert content knowledge in core subjects, such as ELA and Humanities.
• Extensive knowledge of ELA/Humanities interventions that specifically target English skills
• Analyze data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices regularly.
• Provide coaching to teachers and are committed to their growth
• Implement multiple techniques with teachers for increased student engagement and checking for understanding
• Work with teachers to analyze student data to differentiate instruction and track progress.
• Ensure consistent, research-based curriculum implementation aligned with standards.
• Conduct daily observations, model and practice with teachers, plan/execute feedback meetings that lead to teacher development, and support implementation of action steps
• Provide real-time feedback to teachers during instruction and contribute to teachers' mid-year reviews
• Plan and deliver high-quality professional development that trains teachers in systems and key pedagogical strategies
• Plan and execute team meetings for content-area staff

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred
• 3+ years working in classrooms and coaching teachers, preferably in urban schools and/or communities, with a proven record of strong academic achievement
• Demonstrated history of collaboration- building trust with staff.
• Adept interpersonal and communication skills with diverse audiences
• Familiarity with Google Classroom and virtual meeting platforms
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
• Valid NJ Teacher Certification in ELA

ABOUT ACHIEVERS:

Achievers Early College Prep Charter School (AECP) is New Jersey’s first public charter school for students in middle school and high school that provides them with the unique opportunity to pursue one of four STEAM pathways (Health Sciences, Digital Media, Audio Engineering and Cisco Computer Networking). Students can have access to a program that allows them to earn up to 60 college credits, NOCTI credentials and workplace training AECP is determined to ensure that students can enhance their journey through high school and graduate with content mastery, skills, and experiences that are essential to the current marketplace and the world beyond.

ACHIEVERS EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrates alignment and commitment to Achievers Early College Prep's mission, core beliefs, and educational philosophy
• Adaptable in a growing environment; Is flexible and solutions-oriented
• Evidence of self-motivation, taking initiative, and willingness to be a team player
• Experience in schools that rely heavily on intervention, literacy, and content knowledge as a means to dramatically increase student achievement
• Driven to deliver rigorous instruction by emphasizing student engagement with complex texts, critical thinking, and comprehensive literary analysis
• Exhibits a laser focus on analyzing student work and student data, coupled with a deep commitment to data-driven decision making
• Quantifiable track record of outstanding academic results
• Unwavering commitment to feedback, improvement, practice, and the notion of “I’M ALL IN!”
• Culturally aware, culturally sensitive, and asset-based thinking.

What Achievers Offers:

At Achievers Early College Prep, we believe in taking care of our teachers both in and out of the school building. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your physical, financial, and professional well-being:

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance is offered at a 25% employee coverage rate. Achievers believes in your health and covers 75% of the insurance premiums. On top of a health reimbursement account designed specifically for your needs.
• Generous PTO & Flexibility 5 days of paid time off, all paid school holidays , and we promote a healthy work-life balance with a work day that ends at 4pm for most days.
• Professional Growth: We offer regular professional development workshops, designed for continuous learning, certifications, and professional development.