STEM- Instructional Coach Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

STEM- Instructional Coach 2.7 2.7 out of 5 stars 1300 56th Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37209

Location:

Jackson, MS Department:

Network Academic Team Reports To:

TN Director of STEM Who We Are Serving more than 2,900 scholars in seven schools across two cities; Jackson, Mississippi and Nashville, Tennessee, RePublic Schools is the only school network solely dedicated to reimagining public education in the South. Part of reimagining education in the South means that we confront the historic inequities that work against our scholars and actively work to dismantle those inequities. We are doing this by intentionally creating environments that embrace, honor, and celebrate our scholars’ identities and experiences, as well as the identities and experiences of every member of our community. At RePublic Schools, we believe that great teaching drives student achievement and that ongoing, high-quality coaching is essential to teacher development. Our Instructional Coaches play a critical role in ensuring that every scholar experiences rigorous, engaging instruction every day. By working directly with teachers, school leaders, and the network academic team, Instructional Coaches strengthen instructional practices, enhance scholar learning, and build a culture of continuous growth and excellence. What You’ll Do The STEM Instructional Coach will serve on the Network Academic Team and provide targeted coaching and professional development to teachers for our four schools in Jackson, Mississippi. This role is designed to enhance student achievement by improving teacher effectiveness through 1:1 coaching, professional development, and data-driven instructional planning. This is an ideal opportunity for a proven instructional leader who is passionate about developing educators, driving student success, and ensuring rigorous, equitable instruction across all classrooms. Key Responsibilities Teacher and Instructional Leader Coaching & Development Partner with school leadership teams to provide supplemental 1:1 coaching and support to identified teachers through regular classroom observations, actionable feedback, and instructional modeling. Design and facilitate individual and group professional learning aligned to teacher needs and network priorities. Coach and support Principals, Assistant Principals, and/or school content leads in advancing our vision for excellent teaching within their schools. Data-Driven Instruction & Impact Support teachers in analyzing student assessment data to inform instruction and ensure scholars are making academic progress. Assist in planning and refining instructional strategies to align with RePublic’s academic standards and curriculum. Monitor teacher growth and track progress against instructional goals, ensuring measurable improvement in scholar learning outcomes. Instructional Excellence & Classroom Support Model effective, research-based instructional strategies in classrooms to demonstrate best practices. Provide support for curriculum implementation, differentiation, and scholar engagement strategies. Assist teachers in creating rigorous, student-centered learning experiences that promote critical thinking, discourse, and real-world application. Professional Development & Collaboration Partner with school leaders to identify instructional priorities and design school-based coaching plans. Lead network-wide training sessions, workshops, and PLCs (Professional Learning Communities) to support teacher growth. Foster a collaborative coaching culture by working alongside other instructional leaders, academic specialists, and school leadership teams. Support schools in securing and scheduling curriculum training support from external providers to ensure all teachers know how to use network curriculum resources. Who You Are A Proven Instructional Leader You have 5+ years of successful lead teaching experience with a record of driving student achievement. You have prior teacher leadership or instructional coaching experience, with a deep understanding of curriculum, assessment, and instructional best practices. A Data-Driven Educator You analyze student data to inform instruction and ensure that scholars are mastering grade-level content. You have experience using data to guide coaching conversations and professional development planning. A Skilled Communicator & Relationship-Builder You excel in giving actionable feedback that helps teachers grow and improve their practice. You create positive, trusting relationships with teachers and school leaders, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented culture. A Systems-Thinker & Problem-Solver You thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and can adapt coaching strategies to meet the needs of different teachers and classrooms. You have a strong commitment to educational equity and believe that every scholar deserves excellent instruction. Qualifications Experience in coaching, facilitating professional learning, or leading school-wide academic initiatives. Deep knowledge of science, computer science, and/or math instruction.

Why You’ll Love Us Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive salary aligned with experience and local district benchmarks. Comprehensive benefits package, including family planning benefits, mental health support, and paid time off.

Professional Development:

Access to leadership development programs and career advancement opportunities.

Our Culture:

A team-oriented, equity-driven environment where your voice matters. A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a focus on creating spaces where all identities are honored and celebrated Diversity & Equal Opportunity RePublic Schools is committed to hiring and developing educators who reflect the backgrounds and experiences of our scholars. We celebrate diversity and strive to create inclusive environments where all team members can thrive.