A pioneer in K-12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 10 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visitamplify.com.

Amplify builds innovative and compelling digital educational products that empower teachers and students across the country. We have a long history as the leading innovator in K-12 education - and have been described as the best tech company in education and the best education company in tech. While others try to shrink the learning experience into the technology, we use technology to expand what is possible in real classrooms with real students and teachers.

Amplify is seeking an Instructional Coach for literacy with a background in teaching, coaching, and/or school leadership to join our Professional Development (PD) team as a fixed-term employee for Anne Arundel County Public Schools District (AACPS) for the 2024-2025 school year.

Amplify's COVID-19 vaccination policy requires all staff to provide proof of vaccination for in-person meetings unless an approved exemption is provided.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Instructional Coach, Literacy will support educators on-site up to four days per week with the fifth day dedicated to planning and preparing to meet the needs of educators. The Instructional Coach may be asked to support the Amplify PD team on department-wide initiatives on days that AACPS leaders have off when Amplify is open for business (i.e. teacher work days, holidays, winter and summer breaks, school cancellations, etc.). This support will vary but may include designing and/or delivering PD through the summer to other districts.

In this role, you will collaborate with district/school leadership and the Amplify Literacy Professional Development Strategist assigned to the district/school to determine the strategy, focus, and coaching approach for different times of the year. You will also partner with district/school leadership to adjust course, as needed, with an eye toward improving student outcomes. An outcomes-centered orientation and the ability to pivot on short notice are necessary for this role.

The Instructional Coach's daily responsibilities will be determined along with their manager, based on the district's goals and priorities throughout the year. Specific areas of focus may include:

• Providing recommendations to school leadership designed to enhance outcomes and equity of learning for diverse student populations, including students with learning & thinking differences and English Learners

• Leading observations and providing feedback to teachers and leaders in order to strengthen the implementation of Amplify's literacy suite, ultimately leading to stronger student outcomes

• Facilitate PLCs for leaders and/or teachers including supplementary office hour consultations.

• Supporting data analysis and instructional planning with grade-level teams and/or individual teachers and reading leaders

• Analyzing student work and formative assessment data to support instructional decision-making and responsiveness to learner outcomes

• Cultivating model classrooms (and capturing video examples from these classrooms) as a means of elevating and replicating best practices for planning and instruction

In addition to these specific areas of focus in coaching, the instructional coach will also:

• Proactively seek out feedback and adapt practice based upon the feedback and what is leading to improved student outcomes

• Create or customize professional development experiences, as needed

• Facilitate district-wide professional development sessions (in person and remote), as needed, for leaders and teachers

Basic Qualifications of the Instructional Coach, Literacy, Anne Arundel County Public Schools:

• Passionate about literacy and deep knowledge of structure literacy

• Experience leading sustained coaching engagements and professional development for educators in K-5 or 6-8

• 5+ years of K-5 or 6-8 ELA teaching experience, leading to demonstrable results for students

• Experience working on collaborative projects with leaders and teachers

• Experience analyzing data and using it to inform practice

• Proven efficacy in time management while managing multiple engagements and competing priorities

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology-based productivity tools, mainly Google Applications

• Able to travel locally (up to 4 days per week) across the greater Anne Arundel County area to support educators

• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required as this role requires in-person and on-site activities

Preferred Qualifications of the Instructional Coach, Literacy, Anne Arundel County Public Schools:

• Experience teaching or supporting Amplify CKLA

• Experience using or supporting mCLASS and/or DIBELS 8

• 10+ years of K-5 or 6-8 teaching and leadership experience, leading to demonstrable results for students

• Ability to support educators in a remote learning environment, if needed

• Master's or Advanced Degree in Education

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location: This position requires that the Instructional Coach, Literacy is permitted to work in the US, have residency in the US, and possess a valid US driver's license. The specialist must live within 30 miles of the Anne Arundel County school district. The Coach may be asked to deliver sessions throughout the country based on business needs and during school closures or if the contract terminates early.

Travel: Local travel is required and considered an essential job function. Car mileage and related expenses for professional development delivery are initially paid in advance by the Instructional Coach: Literacy. Reimbursements for these expenses - including mileage if driving your own car - will be processed 2-3 weeks following submission of the expense reimbursement requests.

Documentation: If selected, a background check and proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. The latter is subject to potential reasonable accommodation due to medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Equipment: This position requires reliable home internet that can support video calls on Google Meet and Zoom and a quiet, professional place to deliver remote professional development.

Any communication to applicants relating to the Amplify hiring process will only come from email addresses with the domain amplify.com.

What we offer:

Salary is only one component of the Amplify Total Rewards package, which includes a lucrative 401(k) plan, competitive health insurance and mental health options, basic life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and access to best-in-class development programs. The annualized gross salary range for this role is $80,000 - $90,000.

We celebratediversityand are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from adiversecandidate pool.

Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.

Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.