High School Instructional Coach/Teaching Load

Description The Academy is currently hiring a High School Instructional Coach/Teaching Load for the 2026-2027 school year. The Academy of Charter Schools Is… The Academy of Charter Schools is a public PK-12 school of choice located in Westminster, Colorado. We pair a rigorous, content-rich curriculum with opportunities to explore strengths and passions to achieve the highest standards for all. Our mission is to help all students grow into college ready, exemplary citizens by combining academic mastery with personal empowerment to drive lifelong success. We serve our full community by intentionally developing a school culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our approach to vertically aligning the full educational experience for our students from youngest to oldest centers around three notions

• Prepare, Explore, and Empower
• that keep us grounded in The Academy's mission and vision as we set priorities and make decisions that impact instruction and school culture.

Academy Employees Are… At The Academy, employees embody our mission, vision, and values every day. They guide and support staff to prepare students for academic mastery by delivering evidence-based curricula; they collaborate with students, staff, and families to design student-centered learning experiences that create opportunities to explore strengths and passions; and they support the implementation of social-emotional skills lessons that empower students to become leaders of their own learning. Academy employees work hard to provide an engaging, inclusive, and joyful learning environment. They embrace relationships and positive communication with a diverse community of students, staff, and families while helping maintain a culture of high expectations for all. Experience in school environments, strong people skills, and ability to work within a team is required. What Makes a Good Academy Employee? The Academy is looking for committed leaders who are prepared to perform at a high level in a demanding environment. Some of the characteristics that make for a successful employee at The Academy include: A people-first, relationship-focused orientation A growth mindset A belief that ALL children can achieve at high levels A passion for contributing to overall school success by working alongside and supporting others A creative, innovative, and caring attitude A spirit of openness, trust, and kindness A dedication to data-driven practices A highly motivated work ethic and willingness to tackle challenges Comfort with being flexible A sense of humor At The Academy, we know that diversity makes us stronger and challenges us to think differently every day. The Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. The online application should include a cover letter and resume. Copy of transcripts and three current letters of recommendation are highly recommended but not required with initial application Current Colorado teaching credentials required or proof of eligibility required Salary range starts at $60,000 plus additional for verified experience New teachers start Aug 4 2026, School year starts August 10, 2026; school year ends May 28, 2027 Medical Benefits

• 100% paid for employees on select plans PERA Retirement Benefits Responsibility to verify experience rests with employee Visit our website at www.

theacademyk12.org. The Academy's comprehensive benefits package includes a number of different plans for full-time employees. Refer to Employee Benefits Enrollment Guide for details at https://www.theacademyk12.org/about-us/working-for-us. Information on employee paid leave is also available at this same location.

SUMMARY:

Employee shall perform the duties and responsibilities proficiently, professionally, and in a collaborative manner consistent with the standards of care and quality that accompany the highest norms of the profession. In addition, the employee will actively support, promote, and help lead school-wide initiatives, contributing to a positive and unified school culture while consistently acting in the best interests of the school community as a whole.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Model for, co-teach with, and coach teachers and classroom aides for implementation of exemplary, effective instructional practices. 2. Provide teacher support and resources for instruction and management. 3. Carry a teaching load of 25

• 50% of the instructional day (or as assigned by administration), including planning, delivering, and assessing standards-based instruction.

4. Assist in evaluating strengths and weaknesses of curricular programs and materials within the regular classroom. 5. Identify needs and make recommendations for appropriate curricular materials. 6. Meet with the Principal and Assistant Principal regularly to report on progress and plan next steps. 7. Assist in the planning, implementation and monitoring of staff development for certified and classified personnel. 8. Develop and maintain relationships with parents and community to encourage and value their participation in the learning experience of the whole child. 9. Assist in program planning and implementation for recipient groups (e.g., 504, gifted and talented, ELL, non-categorical, special education, at-risk, etc.). 10. Assist in the implementation of the school improvement plan, including staff development. 11. Assist in gathering and analyzing student data. 12. Participate in personal professional growth opportunities. 13. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree or higher. 3 or more years of classroom experience LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or

CERTIFICATIONS

Criminal background check required for hire. Must possess, or be able to obtain from, or be in process with, the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) for a valid Colorado Educator License within 30 days of hire. Must possess the required license and endorsement. If highly qualified by content test or semester hours, with no endorsement: applicant must possess a Colorado educator license with a passing score on a CDE approved content test or 36 semester hours in specific core content classes as determined by Human Resources. Preference may be given to candidates with ELL Training and/or an ESL or (LDE) Linguistically Diverse Education Endorsement.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job. Personal computer and keyboarding skills. Strong customer service and public relations skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Authorizer policies and building and department procedures Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE

Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals. Operating knowledge of information technology systems and any other department specific software and equipment required within one month after entering position.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE

Reports to: Principal, Assistant Principal and/or Dean Direct reports and # of

Employees:

None

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITY

This job has no direct budgetary responsibilities, but must work closely with Principal in regards to budget impacts.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

Stand

• Under 1/3 Walk
• Under 1/3Sit
• 1/3 to 2/3 Use hands to finger, handle or feed
• Under 1/3 Reach with hands and arms
• Under 1/3 Climb or balance
• Under 1/3 Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Under 1/3 Talk
• Over 2/3 Hear
• Over 2/3 Taste
• Under 1/3 Smell
• Under 1/3 WEIGHT and

FORCE DEMANDS

Up to 10 pounds

• 1/3 to 2/3 Up to 25 pounds
• None Up to 50 pounds
• None Up to 100 pounds
• None More than 100 pounds
• None