Instructional Coach (Pipeline)

Description

About K12 Coalition

K12 Coalition provides products and services that help K-12 schools and teachers achieve transformational learning outcomes. We tackle many of today's toughest education obstacles, including teacher certification, test preparation, professional learning, curriculum, consulting, and strategic planning. K12 Coalition came together when educators with deep experience as teachers, school leaders, and high-level district administrators observed a genuine need for something better. Our divisions include iteach, Passage Preparation, Professional Development Institute, Teaching Channel, Lavinia Group, and Keys to Literacy.

About iteach

iteach is a competency-based educator preparation program helping to fill the void the nation faces with the unprecedented teacher shortage. iteach offers state-approved educator preparation programs in multiple states, enabling recent graduates, career changers, paraprofessionals, substitute teachers, and others to earn their educator licensure through an affordable, flexible, and fully online pathway. Notably, iteach was the first educator preparation program outside of an institution of higher education to earn accreditation from the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

Employment Type:

• Part-Time Variable
  
  • Less than 20 hours per week, with variable hours depending on seasonal demand
• Non-Exempt
• Hourly

Location: Remote, available from anywhere within the U.S.

The Opportunity

As an Instructional Coach at iteach, you will play a crucial role in supporting new teachers as they transition from the iteach alternative certification program into their first classrooms. New teachers entering the classroom for the first time benefit from your guidance as they develop their instructional skills and build confidence in their teaching practice.

In this role, you will provide targeted instructing, coaching, feedback, and mentorship to ensure these teachers develop the instructional skills and classroom strategies needed to succeed. Through online learning platforms, assignment feedback, discussion boards, and live coaching sessions, you will help bridge the gap between theory and practice, fostering a supportive learning environment where new teachers can refine their craft, address challenges, and celebrate successes. You will also facilitate the building of community within your cohort.


The Instructional Coach reports to the Manager, Coaching and Professional Learning.

If you are committed to empowering the next generation of educators and want to be part of a team that champions teacher success, we would love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

A small investment of your time can make a lasting impact on new teachers!

• Flexible, part-time commitment with a mix of asynchronous and synchronous support.
• Engage with new teachers through blended online coaching, discussion boards, and one-on-one support.
• Provide meaningful feedback by grading assignments and offering constructive insights.
• Host virtual huddle sessions via Zoom to facilitate collaboration and professional growth.
• Support teachers for at least two semesters (as a coach, ongoing as an Instructor), ensuring they build confidence and competence in the classroom.

By dedicating just a few hours per month, you will help new teachers navigate their first year with the guidance, encouragement, and expertise they need to thrive.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the field of education.
• Current teacher, instructional coach, mentor, instructor, or school administrator.
• Active state-specific teaching certification in one of the eligible states (see below).
• At least 3 years of teaching experience, with a strong understanding of instructional best practices.
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or supporting new teachers in their first years of teaching.
• Familiarity with online learning platforms and virtual coaching tools (preferred).
• Strong communication and feedback skills to guide new teachers in their professional growth.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative learning environment for educators at the start of their careers.
• For applicants based in Georgia or Indiana: familiarity with or experience using Evaluating Pedagogy in the Classroom (EPiC) components, including the EPiC Lesson Plan Template, Key Assessment, and Evidence-First Observation Form (preferred, not required).

To be considered for this role, you must be currently teaching and hold an active state-specific certification from the list below. Eligibility is limited to the state where you are certified and currently teaching.

• Arizona
• Alabama
• Arkansas
• Florida
• Georgia
• Hawaii
• Indiana
• Kentucky
• Louisiana
• Maryland
• Mississippi
• Nevada
• New Jersey
• North Carolina
• Texas

Why Work with Us

• Make a difference by supporting newly certified teachers as they navigate their first year in the classroom.
• Contribute to a nationally recognized program aligned with InTASC standards and accredited by CAEP.
• Receive specialized training to enhance your skills as an Instructional Coach.
• Leverage your expertise to guide and mentor aspiring educators, helping them build confidence and instructional effectiveness.
• Strengthen your resume with valuable coaching and mentorship experience.
• Enjoy flexible, rewarding supplemental work that fits alongside a full-time teaching role.

Example Applicant Profile

An experienced K-12 education professional who is actively employed full-time in their current role, as a teacher, mentor, instructional coach, and/or administrator, while seeking to extend their impact through a flexible, part-time opportunity. This individual brings a strong track record of leading adult learners in their professional growth and development, along with a deep understanding of instructional best practices. They are interested in supporting pre-service teachers as they work toward certification, valuing a role that offers minimal synchronous requirements and can be balanced alongside their full-time position. Driven by a commitment to educator success, they are also eager to contribute to a nationwide organization like K12 Coalition, one that is leading the field in comprehensive teacher support services from certification through ongoing career development

How We Work at K12 Coalition

Our work is grounded in five Core Competencies that guide how we collaborate, support others, and move work forward: Accountability, Adaptability, Collaboration, Customer Service Orientation, and Initiative.

• Accountability: Following through on work, owning commitments, and communicating progress or challenges along the way.
• Adaptability: Navigating change with flexibility and focus as priorities, information, or needs shift.
• Collaboration: Working together across roles and perspectives to achieve shared goals.
• Customer Service Orientation: Meeting the needs of internal and external partners with clarity, responsiveness, and follow-through.
• Initiative: Taking action without waiting to be asked and looking for ways to improve systems, processes, or experiences.

Our Selection Process

1. Online Application
   • Your information will be saved in an active pipeline and reviewed as needed.
2. Document Submission (If Selected)
   • Submit a copy of your certification.
   • Submit a copy of your transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).
3. Hiring Manager Interview (If Selected)
   • Participate in a Zoom interview with the hiring manager.

Equal Employment Opportunity

K12 Coalition is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the interview process due to a disability, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.

Protecting Your Job Search

K12 Coalition is committed to a transparent and secure recruitment process. Please keep the following in mind as you explore opportunities with us:

• Official communication: All recruitment-related communication will come from an @k12coalition.com email address. We do not use messaging platforms for recruiting.
• Application process: We do not send unsolicited job offers. All open positions are listed on our official Careers Page, and any offer follows a formal interview process.
• No upfront payments: We will never ask candidates to pay fees of any kind during the hiring process, including for training materials, background checks, or equipment.

If you receive any communication that does not align with the above, please report it to View email address on click.appcast.io.