26-27 SY Instructional Coach

Job Description

Job Description

Instructional Coach Job Scorecard

Organization: BridgePrep Academy & SMART Management

Position: Instructional Coach

Reports to: Principal

Compensation: $54,500 - $62,500 Base Salary; additional $10,000 in performance pay

Organization Description

SMART Management is a mission-driven education management organization supporting high-quality Pre-K–12 charter schools across Florida. We partner closely with school leaders and governing boards to build strong academic, operational, and cultural systems that help schools — and educators — thrive long term.

BridgePrep Academy, the largest network supported by SMART Management, serves students across 21 schools and is united by a bold mission: to provide a rigorous, student-centered academic experience enriched by an extended Spanish language program. At BridgePrep, educators are part of a collaborative, growth-oriented community where high expectations, strong support, and a deep belief in every child’s potential guide our work each day.

Join a network where your work matters, your growth is prioritized, and every classroom is a place where students are known, challenged, and supported. Learn more at smartmgnt.com or bridgeprepacademy.com.

Job Description

The Instructional Coach is a key instructional leader responsible for improving teacher effectiveness and student achievement through high-quality coaching, modeling, and data-driven support. Reporting to the Principal, the Instructional Coach works directly with teachers to strengthen instructional practices, ensure rigorous curriculum implementation, and drive measurable academic results.

This role is focused on developing teachers through consistent coaching cycles, actionable feedback, and targeted professional development. The Instructional Coach plays a critical role in ensuring that every classroom delivers engaging, standards-aligned instruction that meets the needs of all learners.

Key Activities

Instructional Leadership & Coaching

• Lead weekly coaching cycles for assigned teachers, including observation, feedback, modeling, and follow-up.
• Conduct frequent classroom walkthroughs and provide real-time, actionable feedback.
• Model high-quality instruction, including co-teaching and demonstration lessons.
• Support lesson internalization and planning to ensure rigorous,standards-aligned instruction.
• Ensure consistent implementation of instructional frameworks and best practices.

Curriculum Implementation

• Support teachers in executing curriculum with fidelity, including pacing, lesson delivery, and assessments.
• Assistin unpacking standards and aligninginstructionto learningobjectives.

Data-Driven Instruction

• Lead or support weekly data meetings to analyze student performance andidentifytrends.
• Support teachers in developing and executingreteachplans and targeted interventions.
• Monitor progress toward academic goals and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.

Culture & Staff Development

• Design andfacilitatetargetedPDsessions based on teacher needs and data trends.
• Model a growth-oriented, high-expectations mindset for all staff.
• Build strong relationships with teachers to foster trust and continuous improvement.
• Reinforce a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professionalism.

Mission

Ensure every teacher delivers high-quality, standards-aligned instruction so that all students achieve strong academic outcomes and experience meaningful learning every day.

Success in Year 1:

• 80%+ of teachers meet or exceed instructional expectations based on observation data
• Demonstrated growth in student achievement aligned to school goals
• 90% Student Persistence
• Strong implementation of school-wide culture systems (measured by behavior data trends)
• 85% Teacher Retention (in partnership with Principal)

Cultural Fit – Core Values

• And How Are theChildren?:Decisions prioritize student impact.
• Big Rocks First:Focus on highest-impact instructional and cultural priorities.
• Own It:Take responsibility for outcomes and follow through.
• Expect More:Believe in and push for high achievement for all students.
• Results Matter:Use data consistently to drive decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degreerequired(Master ’spreferred)
• 3+ years of teaching experience with strong instructional results
• Proventrack recordof improving student achievement
• Deep knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and data analysis

Reference Checks

All final candidates for this position will be asked to arrange three reference checks one of which must be with a former manager.

Background Screening Requirement
This position requires successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, in accordance with House Bill 531 (2025).

Applicants may review additional information about the Clearinghouse and screening process here: