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Amplify Education Inc. is hiring an Instructional Coach, STEM (Amplify Desmos Math) for a fixed-term position with the South Western City School District for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves supporting educators on-site up to four days per week, collaborating with district leaders, providing coaching, leading professional development sessions, and adjusting strategies to improve student outcomes in math education.

Highlights

Support educators on-site up to four days weekly; plan on the fifth day.
Collaborate with district leadership and Amplify STEM PD Strategist to tailor coaching approaches.
Lead observations, provide feedback, conduct model lessons, and co-teach with classroom teachers.
Support unit and lesson planning; lead lesson study cycles and facilitate PLCs.
Provide recommendations to enhance outcomes and equity for diverse learners, including English Learners and students with learning differences.
Analyze student work and formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
Create or customize professional development experiences as needed; facilitate district-wide PD sessions both in person and remotely.
Proficiency with technology-based productivity tools, primarily Google Applications.
Minimum qualifications include 5+ years of K-5 or 6-8 math teaching experience with coaching and change management expertise.
Preferred qualifications include knowledge of Amplify Desmos Math, 10+ years teaching/leadership experience, ability to support remote learning, and a Master’s or advanced degree in education.
Salary range is $85,000 - $95,000; includes 401(k), health insurance, paid time off, and development programs.
Required ability to travel locally up to 4 days per week within South Western City School District; valid US driver’s license and residency or near residency required.

Instructional Coach, STEM (Amplify Desmos Math) (Fixed-Term) Full Description

About Amplify

Amplify helps teachers bring delight and rigor to students every day. We have become a leader in K-12 literacy, biliteracy, math, and science by building inspiring teaching and learning experiences based on research. The Amplify Classroom platform combines curriculum, assessment, and supplemental learning into one coherent high-quality instructional system. A pioneer in education since 2000, Amplify has developed deep relationships in states and districts by partnering with educators to drive implementation quality and improved outcomes. Today, Amplify serves more than 18 million students and teachers across all 50 states and on six continents. For more information, visit Amplify.com.

Job Description:

Amplify is seeking an Instructional Coach for STEM (Math) with a background in teaching, coaching, and/or school leadership to join our Professional Development (PD) team as a fixed-term employee for South Western City School District for the 2026-2027 school year.

Essential Responsibilities:

The Instructional Coach, STEM (Math), will support educators on-site up to four days per week with the fifth day dedicated to planning and preparing to meet the needs of educators. The Instructional Coach may be asked to support the Amplify PD team on department-wide initiatives on days that South Western City leaders have off when Amplify is open for business (i.e. 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 assigned to the district/school to determine the strategy, focus, and coaching approach for different times of the year. You will also partner with district/school leadership to adjust course, as needed, with an eye toward improving student outcomes. An outcomes-centered orientation and the ability to pivot based on district priorities and implementation needs are necessary for this role.

The Instructional Coach's daily responsibilities will be determined along with their manager, based on the district's goals and priorities throughout the year.

Specific areas of focus may include:

Leading observations and providing feedback to teachers and leaders in order to strengthen the implementation of Amplify's Math suite, ultimately leading to stronger student outcomes
Conducting model lessons and co-teaching alongside classroom teachers
Supporting unit or lesson planning with grade-level teams and/or individual teachers
Leading lesson study cycles for teachers
Providing recommendations to school leadership designed to enhance outcomes and equity of learning for diverse student populations, including students with learning and thinking differences and English Learners
Facilitating PLCs for leaders and/or teachers including supplementary office hour consultations.
Supporting data analysis and instructional planning with grade-level teams and/or individual teachers and reading leaders
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

In 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 teachers

Minimum 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
5+ years of K-5 or 6-8 Math teaching experience, leading to demonstrable results for students
Experience working on collaborative projects with leaders and teachers
Experience in guiding teams of educators through change management processes
Experience analyzing data and using it to inform practice
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 the South Western City area to support educators

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of Amplify Desmos Math or experience teaching or supporting Desmos Math
10+ years of K-5 or 6-8 teaching and leadership experience, leading to demonstrable results for students
Ability to support educators in a remote learning environment, if needed
Master's or Advanced Degree in Education

Additional Information:

Location: This position requires that the Instructional Coach, STEM (Math) is permitted to work in the US, have residency in the US, and possess a valid US driver's license. The specialist must reside in or near South Western City School District (Columbus, OH) and/or be able to travel locally (up to 4 days per week) to support educators across the district The Coach may be asked to deliver sessions throughout the country based on business needs and during school closures or if the contract terminates early.

Travel: Local travel is required and considered an essential job function. Car mileage and related expenses for professional development delivery are reimbursed in accordance with company expense policy.

What 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. Time off will be taken in coordination with the district calendar. The gross salary range for this role is $85,000 - $95,000.

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 [email protected].

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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About Amplify

Job Description:

Essential Responsibilities:

The Instructional Coach's daily responsibilities will be determined along with their manager, based on the district's goals and priorities throughout the year.

Specific areas of focus may include:

Leading observations and providing feedback to teachers and leaders in order to strengthen the implementation of Amplify's Math suite, ultimately leading to stronger student outcomes
Conducting model lessons and co-teaching alongside classroom teachers
Supporting unit or lesson planning with grade-level teams and/or individual teachers
Leading lesson study cycles for teachers
Providing recommendations to school leadership designed to enhance outcomes and equity of learning for diverse student populations, including students with learning and thinking differences and English Learners
Facilitating PLCs for leaders and/or teachers including supplementary office hour consultations.
Supporting data analysis and instructional planning with grade-level teams and/or individual teachers and reading leaders
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

In 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 teachers

Minimum 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
5+ years of K-5 or 6-8 Math teaching experience, leading to demonstrable results for students
Experience working on collaborative projects with leaders and teachers
Experience in guiding teams of educators through change management processes
Experience analyzing data and using it to inform practice
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 the South Western City area to support educators

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of Amplify Desmos Math or experience teaching or supporting Desmos Math
10+ years of K-5 or 6-8 teaching and leadership experience, leading to demonstrable results for students
Ability to support educators in a remote learning environment, if needed
Master's or Advanced Degree in Education

Additional Information:

Amplify is an E-Verify participant.

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