Instructional Coach

Instructional Coach

Instructional Coach Salary Grade: Certified Salary Schedule Work Year: 168 Days Status: Nonexempt School: Clear Creek High School/Middle School, Carlson Elementary School and King Murphy Mountain School Reports To: Superintendent Job Status: Temporary Start Date: August 4, 2026

Clear Creek School District (CCSD) is located in Clear Creek County, Colorado, a short drive west of Denver and area suburbs. Clear Creek serves the mountain communities of Idaho Springs, Georgetown, Empire, Dumont, Silver Plume, and parts of Evergreen. Our county is well-suited for outdoor adventure. Our historic downtowns offer some of the best places to explore and discover. Our community values supporting students and schools, which has resulted in recent increases to compensation and facility improvements. We believe that students are more than test scores, and learning experiences are opportunities for creativity. Clear Creek School District is dedicated to attracting and retaining high-quality educators. This means you'll be warmly welcomed into our team of professionals, provided opportunities to learn and grow with us, and be challenged to be your very best for students.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, growth-mindset individual who has a passion for engaging, authentic learning experiences and is strong in instructional practices. The successful candidate will be required to complete fingerprinting through an approved fingerprinting vendor and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, within 48 hours of offer acceptance.

Position Summary

The Instructional Coach will work as a colleague with classroom teachers to support student learning in all content areas. The Instructional Coach will focus on individual and group professional development that will expand and refine the understanding of research-based effective instruction to facilitate focused connections towards the District and school UIPs. This is a grant funded position on a three year grant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitate the intellectual and professional development of teachers.
• Maintain positive relationships with educators and administrators.
• Communicate and demonstrate evidence-based instructional practices that result in increased student performance and improved classroom environments to elevate the science of teaching and learning.
• Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community.
• Encourage professional growth and provide organized, individual and/or group learning opportunities for educators.
• Assist teachers with designing instructional decisions based on assessment data and culturally responsive practices.
• Provide support in analyzing student work and assessment data to adjust instruction for student needs.
• Support the implementation of various instructional programs and assess the program effects on student achievement.
• Co-plan with the teacher to model or co-teach and demonstrate aligned instructional strategies.
• Coach teachers in monitoring instruction and student progress through observations and reflective conversations.
• Partner with teachers to design, implement and reflect on differentiated instructional approaches and effective implementation of multi-tiered supports.
• Provide feedback and support in researching instructional and/or curriculum issues.
• Partner with building leaders to manage time and schedule flexibility that maximizes teacher schedules and learning.
• Work collaboratively with building leadership to meet identified district and building improvement goals.
• Assist in developing classroom environments that are safe, inclusive and conducive to learning for all students.
• Maintain organized records of coaching activities, goals and non-evaluative progress.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Training

Bachelor's degree or higher required from an accredited university or college. Completed a state approved Teacher Preparation Program.

Experience

Five or more years of successful teaching experience and one - two years minimum of coaching experience.

Knowledge, Experience and Other Qualifications

Growth mindset, willingness to learn & think creatively, strong collaboration skills and an articulate communicator.

Expectations

Is flexible. Has the ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers. Has the ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions. Has the ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision. Has the ability to effectively communicate with the school and school District community as well as the public at large. Has the ability to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Maintains a generally positive attitude. Observes all District policies and procedures.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Must hold a current Colorado Teaching Certificate.

Work Environment

The noise level is typical of a school district.

Physical Requirements

Frequent sitting, bending, reaching; stooping, squatting. Occasional lifting five (5) to twenty five (25) pounds.

Supervisory Duties

None.

Clear Creek School District RE1, does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities.