[Hiring] Virtual Instructional Coach @EdConnective

Role Description

Instructional Coaches partner directly with educators in virtual coaching relationships throughout the school year. Through one-on-one coaching conversations, instructional artifact review, and evidence-based reflection, coaches help teachers identify high-leverage next steps that lead to lasting instructional improvement.

At EdConnective, coaching is not evaluative—it's collaborative. Our coaches serve as thought partners who:

• Ask meaningful questions
• Facilitate reflection
• Analyze evidence of teaching and learning
• Help educators translate professional learning into improved classroom practice

Coaches receive onboarding and training in the EdConnective Coaching Model, which emphasizes:

• Relationship-building
• Data-informed decision-making
• Reflective practice
• Actionable next steps

Coaches work with educators across a variety of instructional settings, including:

• Elementary
• Secondary
• Adult education
• Other specialized learning environments

As an Instructional Coach, you will:

• Build trusting, collaborative coaching relationships with educators
• Facilitate engaging virtual one-on-one coaching meetings throughout the school year
• Review instructional artifacts (classroom recordings, lesson plans, etc.) and collect objective evidence of teaching and learning
• Analyze instructional practices and student learning evidence to identify strengths and opportunities for growth
• Partner with teachers to set meaningful professional goals and monitor progress over time
• Support educators in implementing research-based instructional practices that improve student outcomes
• Ask reflective questions that promote teacher ownership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement
• Help educators translate professional learning into sustainable classroom practice
• Document coaching conversations and maintain accurate coaching records
• Collaborate with EdConnective team members to ensure a consistent, high-quality coaching experience

Qualifications

• Believes coaching is about empowering educators—not evaluating them
• Builds authentic relationships and establishes trust quickly
• Is an exceptional listener who asks thoughtful, reflective questions
• Uses evidence and data to guide coaching conversations
• Thinks strategically and helps others solve complex instructional challenges
• Is organized, dependable, and highly responsive
• Thrives in a collaborative, virtual work environment
• Is passionate about continuous learning and supporting the growth of other educators

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field
• Minimum of five years of experience in K–12 education, including at least three years of direct instructional coaching experience supporting educators through observation, feedback, goal-setting, and professional learning
• Experience as an instructional coach, mentor teacher, teacher leader, administrator, or similar instructional leadership role
• Deep understanding of effective instructional practices and adult learning
• Experience analyzing instructional and student learning data to inform next steps
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education or a related field
• Experience coaching educators across multiple grade levels and/or content areas
• Experience facilitating Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) or professional learning
• Experience supporting curriculum implementation or school improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices and continuous improvement processes
• Experience working with diverse student populations and instructional settings

Technology Requirements

• Reliable high-speed internet connection
• Computer with webcam and microphone
• Comfort using Zoom, Google Workspace, and other online collaboration tools

Notice of Phishing Scams

Please note: All official communication regarding this position will come only from email addresses at edconnective.com, edconnective.io, or our hiring ATS applytojob.com. Any other domains (careers-edconnective.com) or contacts are not affiliated with EdConnective and are likely fraudulent.