Constellation Schools - Instructional Coach (Cleveland)

Job Description

Job Description

About the Team

Constellation Schools is seeking a highly qualified Instructional Coach in Cleveland, Ohio.

The Instructional Coach supports teacher growth and student achievement by facilitating state-mandated programs, including RESA and assessments, while providing instructional support, mentoring, and professional development for teachers. This role includes observing classrooms, providing meaningful feedback aligned to established standards, and collaborating with teachers to strengthen instructional practices and promote both academic and professional growth.

The Instructional Coach focuses on practical, research-based strategies that increase student engagement, support technology integration, and use data to drive instructional decisions. Working alongside classroom teachers and school leaders, the coach helps ensure high-quality instruction aligned with the Constellation Schools model and expectations.

About the Opportunity:

Responsibilities of the Instructional Coach include:

• Build teacher capacity by providing effective instructional strategies that improve student learning and performance.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and specialists to design and implement lessons, instructional units, and assessments that support student growth.
• Support staff in using current educational research and student data to guide instruction and maximize achievement.
• Provide mentoring and support to Resident Educators, ensuring compliance with two years of the Resident Educator Program.
• Instruct and support teachers with curriculum resources, instructional materials, digital platforms, and classroom technologies.
• Co-teach and model effective instructional practices in classroom settings.
• Coordinate and assist with the resolution of PowerSchool, iReady and other digital curriculum or assessment-related issues at the building level.
• Participate in planning and presenting professional development sessions, collaboration days, and in-service events.
• Provide job-embedded, meaningful professional development opportunities for staff.
• Support curriculum implementation, assessment maps, and pacing guides where appropriate.
• Assist with the identification, selection, and development of instructional resources and training materials to support student growth.
• Provide support to teachers and students with technology-related needs and seek additional assistance when necessary.
• Utilize emerging instructional practices and technology tools to enhance student learning.
• Recommend professional development opportunities that support teacher growth and Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT) requirements.
• Adhere to the Staff Handbook and all Constellation Schools policies and procedures.
• Represent the organization professionally and maintain respectful, positive working relationships.
• Attend organizational meetings, staff meetings, and Constellation events as required.
• Maintain confidentiality in the performance of all assigned duties.
• Collaborate with instructional coach colleagues across divisions to support consistency and maximize teacher and student success.
• Engage in professional dialogue to strengthen relationships and resolve conflicts constructively.
• Introduce new ideas and collaborate with staff to improve instructional practices when needed.
• Support a positive culture of growth and change by serving as a professional role model.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

About You:

• Master's degree in Communicative Disorders or equivalent (required)
• ODE licensure as a speech language pathologist (required)
• Current State of Ohio Board of Speech-Language Pathology License (required)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (preferred)
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with students, peers, parents, and community.
• Proficient in relevant computer applications.
• Accuracy in keyboard skills and proven ability to enter data with attention to detail.
• Able to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Problem solving skills: able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; able to gather and analyze information skillfully.
• Interpersonal Skills: able to maintain confidentiality, remain open to others' ideas and exhibit a willingness to try new things
• Oral Communication: able to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrate group presentation skills and conduct meetings.
• Written Communication: able to edit work for spelling and grammar, present numerical data effectively and able to read and interpret written information.
• Planning/organizing, able to prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently and develop realistic action plans.
• Quality Control: able to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to ensure quality.
• Adaptability: able to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Dependability: able to be consistently at work and on time, follow instructions, respond to leadership direction and solicit and accept feedback to improve performance.

About You:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education and a current Ohio teaching certificate are required.
• 3-5 years of classroom teaching experience required.
• 3-5 teacher mentoring experience preferred.
• 2 years professional development experience educating teachers or other adults in the integration of technology for instruction and productivity using all of the following modes: modeling, one-on-one, small group, or large group preferred.
• Proficient in relevant computer applications.
• Ability to use and analyze multiple data points to support teachers in effort to maximize student learning.
• Accuracy in keyboard skills and proven ability to enter data with attention to detail.
• Able to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.

About Us:

History

Founded in 2001, Constellation Schools grew out of a community's desire to offer an educational choice that balanced academic achievement with life skills, character education, and social-emotional learning. Over the years, Constellation Schools garnered many awards including the US Department of Education's Blue Ribbon award and multiple School of Promise and Momentum awards from the Ohio Department of Education. Today, Constellation Schools comprise of 15 learning communities operated by ACCEL Schools, one of the nation's leading charter school management companies.

Mission & Vision

Constellation Schools provide every child an opportunity to obtain an excellent education built on a foundation of character education for lifelong success.

• Exceptional learning communities characterized by high expectations and academic excellence
• Teachers are inspiring, compassionate, and committed to the success of every student
• Students are actively engaged life-long global learners on the path to becoming responsible, compassionate, and involved world citizens

We offer the following benefits:

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $52,000.00 - $68,000.00. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Life benefits – time & peace of mind

• Paid time off
• Retirement contributions
• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
• Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations

Health benefits – stay well & thrive

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

• Voluntary short-term disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term disability insurance

Career benefits – keep growing

• Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.