Job Title: Middle School ELA & Social Studies Instructional Coach
Location: DuBois Integrity Academy
Reports To: Principal
Position Summary:
The Middle School ELA & Social Studies Instructional Coach is responsible for strengthening the instructional capacity of ELA and social studies teachers and improving student achievement through collaborative coaching, professional development, curriculum support, and data-driven instructional practices.
The ideal candidate is a highly skilled middle grades educator who can lead targeted professional development, facilitate collaborative planning, support standards-aligned curriculum implementation, and execute structured coaching cycles. This individual will support ELA and social studies teachers in strengthening literacy instruction, disciplinary reading and writing, and engaging, rigorous content delivery across both subject areas.
Key ResponsibilitiesProfessional Development
- Design and facilitate high-quality professional development focused on ELA and social studies best practices, literacy instruction, disciplinary reading and writing, and differentiated instruction.
- Provide ongoing instructional support aligned to school goals, district expectations, and state academic standards.
- Train teachers on standards-aligned unit and lesson design, close reading strategies, text-based writing, and formative assessment practices.
- Stay current on state standards, curriculum resources, and research-based instructional practices in ELA and social studies.
Instructional Planning & Curriculum Support
- Conduct regular planning meetings with ELA and social studies teachers to support unit design, pacing, and rigorous, standards-aligned instruction.
- Support alignment between curriculum, instruction, and assessment across ELA and social studies content areas.
- Assist teachers in developing differentiated lessons that meet the needs of diverse learners, including struggling readers, multilingual learners, and advanced students.
- Collaborate with teachers to strengthen literacy integration within social studies instruction and content-area reading strategies.
- Review lesson plans and instructional materials to ensure fidelity to curriculum and instructional expectations.
Data Analysis & Progress Monitoring
- Lead data meetings focused on benchmark assessments, formative assessments, writing samples, and intervention data.
- Support teachers in using student data to adjust instruction and implement targeted interventions.
- Guide teachers in collecting and analyzing progress monitoring data to ensure measurable student growth in reading, writing, and content knowledge.
- Assist in developing action plans when students are not demonstrating adequate progress toward grade-level standards.
Coaching Cycles
- Execute structured coaching cycles with ELA and social studies teachers.
- Conduct pre- and post-observation conferences focused on instructional delivery, questioning techniques, and rigor.
- Model lessons, co-teach, and provide actionable, standards-aligned feedback.
- Monitor the implementation of strategies and track coaching outcomes to ensure both teacher growth and improved student achievement.
Collaboration & Leadership
- Serve as a resource for teachers regarding instruction, curriculum implementation, and assessment practices.
- Support preparation for grade-level and content team meetings and attend meetings as needed to ensure instructional alignment.
- Promote a culture of collaboration among ELA and social studies staff.
- Partner with administration to ensure school-wide alignment in literacy initiatives, intervention systems, and instructional practices.
- Support onboarding and mentoring of new ELA and social studies teachers.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in English, Social Studies, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field (required or strongly preferred).
- Valid teaching certification in English Language Arts and/or Social Studies (middle grades).
- Minimum of 3–5 years of successful middle school ELA and/or social studies teaching experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in standards-aligned curriculum design, literacy instruction, and disciplinary reading and writing.
- Experience leading professional development and facilitating adult learning.
- Strong knowledge of differentiated instruction, close reading strategies, text-based writing, and formative assessment practices.
- Experience implementing coaching cycles and providing direct instructional coaching.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret student data and instructional trends.
Desired Skills & Competencies
- Deep understanding of ELA and social studies content standards and best instructional practices.
- Ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with teachers, staff, and administrators.
- Skilled in supporting literacy integration across content areas and strengthening cross-curricular partnerships.
- Strong problem-solving skills and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Passion for literacy development, civic engagement, and fostering teacher growth.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to:
Dr. LaQuitta Yusuf: [email protected]
DuBois Integrity Academy is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for both staff and students.
Pay: $51,040.90 - $61,468.61 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
