Coaching For Excellence Instructional Coach TOSA RB #25-498

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN # 25-498
COACHING FOR EXCELLENCE
INSTRUCTIONALCOACH TOSA
PS 302 Emerson School of Hospitality
PS 301 Burgard High School
PS 309 East Community High School
PS 090 Early Childhood Center #90
2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
MAY 1 2026

NOTICE OF POSITIONS

POSITION:
The Superintendent of Schools Dr. Pascal Mubenga is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the following teaching positions:

COACHING FOR EXCELLENCE
INSTRUCTIONALCOACH TOSA
PS 302 Emerson School of Hospitality
PS 301 Burgard High School
PS 309 East Community High School
PS 090 Early Childhood Center #90

APPLICATION:
Candidates must complete an application form available on the district website . Click the button at the bottom of this page to start your application. Once the form is completed click the Submit button.

Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. (Be sure to check your junk and spam mail.) If you do not receive a confirmation email we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must hold a Masters degree and New York State certification in at least one of the following subject areas: Math Science English Language Arts Social Studies Reading or Literacy or Elementary Education. It is required that candidates attach a PDF or a screenshot of their certifications.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Instructional Coach is a critical lever in improving student achievement. The role of the coach is to strengthen teacher practice through structured job-embedded learning experiences grounded in modeling co-teaching collaborative inquiry and sustained coaching cycles. The coach operates as part of the schools Teacher Learning System and supports implementation of the districts shared vision for high-quality instruction through practice-based learning. This role is an investment in long-term instructional capacity and is best suited for educators with demonstrated instructional expertise and a minimum of five years remaining in their professional career.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND ROLES:

• Model high-quality standards-aligned instruction aligned to the districts vision on a consistent basis.
• Co-plan and co-teach lessons with classroom teachers to strengthen instructional design and enactment.
• Implement structured coaching cycles that include goal-setting planning rehearsal classroom enactment reflection and next steps.
• Facilitate and strengthen collaborative teacher learning structures focused on:
  • Deepening content knowledge
  • Analyzing student work
  • Reviewing classroom videos
  • Conducting lesson studies
  • Examining the rigor and cognitive demand of instructional tasks
• Strengthen teachers ability to design and enact rigorous equitable instruction through shared practice and rehearsal.

• Instructional Practice and Learning
  • Support teachers in planning cognitively demanding lessons and maintaining rigor during instruction.
  • Help teams translate curriculum and standards into strong daily instructional practice aligned to the districts vision.
  • Actively seek out research and resources to strengthen their understanding of best practices; work with others and continually reflect on practices and feedback received to help grow their skills.
  • Utilize adult learning theory and evidence-based coaching strategies to support professional growth.
  • Maintain documentation of coaching cycles goals and progress in accordance with program expectations.

• Partnership and Systems Alignment
  • Partner with school leadership to identify instructional bottlenecks. Collaborate with school leadership on how to balance time effectively referencing coaching logs and documentation.
  • Contribute to strengthening collaborative team and coaching structures within the school to ensure coherence across grade levels and departments.
  • Develop and maintain a clear coaching schedule aligned to school and district priorities.
  • Participate in district-level professional learning and calibration to ensure consistency of practice across schools.

• The coach must be part of the schools SCEP development team.
• The coach will meet with the principal and an NYSED representative prior to the launch of the program.
• Participate in a Coaching for Excellence Kickoff event in Albany on September 15th and 16th 2026
• Participate in large group convening with NYSED throughout the school year
• Participate in Coach the Coach Individual Sessions with NYSED

• Minimum of five years of successful classroom teaching experience with evidence of improving student achievement particularly for students with the greatest needs.
• Demonstrated expertise in high-quality instructional practice and strong content knowledge.
• Demonstrated leadership and the ability to cultivate a professional community of adult learners.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage in reflective professional dialogue.
• Expertise in facilitating adult learning and collaborative inquiry.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and ensuring all students have access to grade-level learning.
• Evidence of continuous professional growth and leadership within the profession.

DR. PASCAL MUBENGA
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS