Grades 6 12 Instructional Coach

Position Summary

Nah Tah Wahsh PSA is seeking a collaborative and experienced Instructional Coach to support teaching and learning in grades 612. The Instructional Coach will work closely with teachers and administrators to improve instructional practices increase student achievement and support the implementation of curriculum assessment and school-improvement initiatives. This is a non-evaluative support-focused role designed to build teacher capacity and strengthen classroom instruction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Support & Coaching

• Provide job-embedded coaching to teachers through modeling co-teaching observation and feedback
• Support the implementation of research-based instructional strategies and best practices
• Assist teachers in planning rigorous standards-aligned lessons and units that also reflect Indigenous perspectives and culturally relevant content
• Promote instructional practices that honor student voice identity and community connections
• Facilitate reflective practice and goal-setting with teaching staff

Data & Assessment

• Support teachers in analyzing student data (M-STEP NWEA MAP classroom assessments) to inform instruction
• Assist in developing and monitoring instructional plans that address achievement gaps and promote equitable access to learning based on student performance data
• Promote effective use of formative and summative assessments that recognize multiple ways students demonstrate learning

Professional Development

• Design and deliver professional learning aligned to school goals and staff needs including culturally responsive teaching and Indigenous education
• Support new teachers through mentoring onboarding and ongoing guidance
• Collaborate with administration to align professional development with school improvement priorities

Collaboration & Leadership

• Facilitate Professional Learning and grade/content team meetings
• Promote collaboration across departments and the tribal community to ensure instructional coherence and cultural relevance
• Support implementation of curriculum initiatives and grant-funded programs

Program & School Support

• Assist with curriculum alignment and resource selection
• Support implementation of MTSS PBIS and other school-wide systems as applicable
• Maintain a visible presence in classrooms and throughout the school
• Perform other duties as assigned by the administration

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate (Secondary preferred)
• Masters Degree in Education or related field preferred
• Minimum of 35 years of successful classroom teaching experience (middle/high school preferred)
• Demonstrated expertise in instructional strategies curriculum and assessment practices
• Strong interpersonal communication and facilitation skills
• Ability to build trust and maintain a non-evaluative supportive coaching role

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience and aligned with Nah Tah Wahsh PSA compensation structure
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Health and life insurance
• Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS)
• Optional short- and long-term disability insurance

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Copy of a valid Michigan teaching certificate
• List of professional references
• Statement of Educational Philosophy including your approach to supporting diverse learners & work with Native/Indigenous students and communities

Submit application materials to:
Dr. Matthew Johnson-Reeves Superintendent
Nah Tah Wahsh PSA / Hannahville Indian School
15750 Hannahville Road B-1
Wilson MI 49896
Email: Phone: 906.723.2716

Application Deadline: May 29 2026