2026-2027 Instructional Coach - Site

Santa Fe South Public Schools•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

The Science Instructional Coach is a specialized instructional leadership role focused exclusively on academic achievement in science and coaching high school science teachers. This position contributes to improved student achievement by building teacher capacity through deep content knowledge, data-driven instructional decision-making, and research-based instructional practice. Unlike traditional coaching models that focus primarily on instructional strategies, Santa Fe South instructional coaches are content specialists . The Science Instructional Coach is expected to bring strong, practical experience teaching high school science and to support teachers in driving students toward mastery by anticipating misconceptions, analyzing student work and assessment data, and refining instruction accordingly. This role requires an uncompromising belief that all students can achieve at high levels and that all teachers- regardless of experience- can and should continue growing their craft . As part of this work, the instructional coach partners closely with teachers to analyze data-based student needs and current teacher practice to set performance and development goals. Common coaching activities include modeling, co-planning, co-teaching, observation and feedback, and individual conferencing. The instructional coach may facilitate content teams and assist the site leader in providing professional development. In addition, the instructional coach collaborates with the district Academic Team to develop curriculum and common assessments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Demonstrated success as a high school science teacher
Deep content knowledge across high school science courses; extensive classroom experience is highly valued
Strong understanding of learning theory, current educational trends, blended learning practices, instructional methods, research, and program implementation
Familiarity with NWEA MAP, OSTP, and Oklahoma Academic Standards
An uncompromising belief that all students can and will learn at high levels
A growth-oriented mindset that values continuous improvement for both students and educators
Relentless work ethic and high degree of patience in navigating complex instructional challenges
Ability to view setbacks as opportunities for learning and refinement
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and drive student outcomes through teams of teachers
Strong relationship-building skills with teachers, leaders, students, and district staff
Technological proficiency and adaptability
Excellent organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Curriculum & Instruction, Education Administration, or another relevant field strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Develop relationships with and coach teachers
Observe teachers and provide feedback (at least 1x per week)
Feedback given in person and logged in district platform
Provide weekly lesson plan feedback aligned to district expectations for planning
Meet with content teams at least 2 times per week
Maintain weekly content team agendas
Facilitate district protocols during content team meetings
Communicate action steps with site leader and members of Academic Team
Set and monitor progress toward development and performance goals
Provide coaching in the form of modeling, co-planning, co-teaching, observing, and conferencing to support individual teachers
Establish coaching plans for each teacher with teacher and coach actions
Analyze student data to inform next steps and drive student results
Hold teacher planning meetings with teachers three times per year to review development and performance goals to align them with site/district goals
Implement district curriculum and instructional methods
Monitor roll out of district curriculum (pacing and assessments)
Support district's Academic Team in continued development of district curriculum as assigned
Work alongside members of the district’s Academic Team to develop content knowledge (including pedagogy, content, and methodology) in self and teachers
Support teachers with planning/pacing of lessons, differentiation, and selection of best practices to meet the needs of their students.
Work with teachers to provide quality test environment for common formative assessments and other district assessments
Monitor effectiveness of personalized learning platform and intervention
Assist the site leader in executing the district’s strategic plan
Support site leader in developing and executing 90 Day Plan for each semester aligned to district’s strategic plan
Work with site leader to design and deliver professional development aligned to district and site goals when applicable
Support the site leader in using data to drive student achievement results
Conduct performance reviews with teachers to monitor progress toward district goals at the beginning, middle, and end of the school year
Analyze assessment data after district and common assessments
Review the data
Identify action steps for teachers and students
Assist content team in creating and delivering action plan
Develop interventions to support Tier 1 instruction and tiered growth goals as needed
Engage fully as an instructional leader in the district
Follow weekly work schedule that aligns with district expectations
Actively participate in district instructional leader trainings
Hold the line on site and district goals
Support school and district culture