Coach Instructional (2025-2026) Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

Coach Instructional (2025-2026) 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 650 Old Hickory Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37209 Coach Instructional (2025-2026) – ( 25002907 )

Description Coach Instructional Job Code:

88247

Job Family/Function:

67 –

Education Administration ProfessionalsCurriculum and Instruction FLSA:

Exempt Grade Ladder:

MNPS Certificated Teacher Pay Grade:

MNPS.201

_ Duration (days/year): 201/221/260 Locations(s): School-Based We Are Team MNPS Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you. Job Summary At the direction of the principal and in collaboration with the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, the Instructional Coach builds teachers’ capacity facilitating job-embedded teacher development and conducting coaching cycles. In collaboration with administrators, teachers and central office staff, the Instructional Coach supports the goal of building teacher capacity to meet system-wide and local school initiatives to increase student learning. What you will do In collaboration with the school leadership team, the instructional coach utilizes multiple sources of data to set school-wide pedagogical goals and develop, implement, and monitor the effectiveness of a school-wide professional development plan to support instruction. Provides professional development for teachers in research-based best practices, the MNPS Curriculum Framework and information shared at appropriate MNPS Curriculum and Instruction meetings. Utilizes group-level data to make programmatic decisions and monitor student growth and achievement. Engages with teachers and administrators in ongoing analysis and interpretation of classroom- and student-level data to inform instruction. Builds the capacity of teams of teachers by developing a culture that fosters collective teacher efficacy and recognizes all teachers as learners capable of acquiring a repertoire of pedagogical skills to meet the needs of every student. Supports teachers and their work with students through professional learning sessions focused on deepening teacher content knowledge, collaboratively planning units and lessons of study, analyzing student work for evidence of student thinking, rehearsing high leverage teaching practices, and analyzing classroom video to improve pedagogical practice. Builds the capacity of individual teachers by engaging in one-on-one consultation and coaching cycles with teachers that consist of a collaborative planning/pre-conference, modeling/co-teaching/observations, and a collaborative reflection and debrief. Exhibits professionalism;

• Engages in continued professional growth and strengthens professional teaching knowledge, skills, and strategies;
• Participates in and promotes district-level professional development and assists in the facilitation of district level professional development offerings;
• Attends and participates in all required meetings;
• Maintains a collection of professional materials related to effective instruction in multiple content areas and reflect current research;
• Maintains a coaching log and documentation of coaching and instructional support provided at the school site;
• Works to promote productive relationships with and among school staff.

Supports the development of individual students in a variety of ways which may include: modeling best practices with whole and small groups, providing skills-based interventions or standards-based remediation, and administering diagnostic assessments to determine student needs. Instructional coaches may spend up to 25% of their time providing direct instructional support to students. Education Qualifications Master’s Degree From an accredited institution in reading or with reading coursework Preferred Skills and Abilities Strong background in literacy instruction. Admission to the Metro Nashville Public Schools K-12 Instructional Coach Pool based on the requirements and qualifications noted herein. Demonstrates appropriate use of tools, especially instructional technology, to enhance and extend instruction; Maintains proficiency in instructional technologies. Licenses and Certifications Teaching Certification/License Active TN Teaching license

Required Equivalency Starting At:

$52,048.58 Salaries are determined by factors relevant to the position which may include education, experience, and other qualifications. Final compensation decisions are made at the discretion of MNPS in alignment with organizational policies and procedures. The stated salary range for certificated teaching positions is calculated based on 201 days and should be viewed as a reference. All provided salary ranges serve as a general guideline. More information on salaries and pay tables can be found here . Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Primary Location :

Nashville-Southwest-Gower Elementary Work Locations :

Gower Elementary 650 Old Hickory Blvd.

Nashville TN Job :

Education Administration Professionals Job Schedule :

Full-Time