POSITION SUMMARY

Chapter One is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and dynamic individual to serve as an Instructional Model and Fidelity Coach (also known as an Instructional Coach). This pivotal role supports the delivery of high-quality instruction by guiding and coaching a team of Early Literacy Interventionists (ELIs). The Instructional Coach ensures fidelity to the Chapter One instructional model while cultivating strong, collaborative relationships with school and district partners. This position is ideal for an experienced instructional leader who is deeply committed to early literacy and advancing educational equity.

Role Details

• Job Type: Full-time, Exempt position
• Travel: Daily onsite visits to schools and district offices required
• Salary: $55,000-$63,000 based on experience

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional Leadership & Coaching

• Provide ongoing coaching, modeling, and professional development to a team of Chapter One Early Literacy Interventionists (ELIs), ensuring they are equipped to deliver high-quality instruction.
• Conduct regular site-based observations and individualized feedback sessions to support instructional fidelity and the continuous improvement of ELIs.
• Analyze student progress data in collaboration with ELIs and use insights to differentiate support, adjust strategies, and accelerate student learning.
• Support ELIs in addressing instructional challenges, adapting materials, and implementing best practices aligned with the Chapter One model.

Program Implementation & Oversight

• Ensure high-quality and consistent implementation of the Chapter One literacy model across all assigned schools.
• Monitor ELIs’ compliance with the program and reporting requirements
• Participate in Beginning-of-Year, Mid-Year, and End-of-Year review meetings to present Chapter One's implementation status and impact on student learning.

Partnerships & Communication

• Coordinate with the National Director of Instruction and Directors of Customer Success to ensure strategic alignment and support for the local implementation of Chapter One’s instructional model. This includes regular check-ins, written updates, and planning sessions focused on ensuring fidelity to the instructional model, ELI observations, and feedback.

Team Management

• Participate in hiring a team of Chapter One Early Literacy Interventionists (ELIs) assigned to partner schools
• Facilitate regular team calls and professional development sessions to promote continuous learning, share best practices, and build a strong ELI community.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Chapter one is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required; education or related field preferred
• At least 5 years of experience in literacy coaching, curriculum design and implementation, staff development, or equivalent
• Knowledge of early literacy instruction and pedagogy
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel between school sites
• Successful completion of Chapter One Training
• Chapter One and school district background and I-9 clearances