Instructional Coach and Advanced Academics Coordinator - 26/27 School Year

Mission: DaVinci Academy of Arts and Science will cultivate a passion for learning through an enriched and individualized approach to education. The DaVinci community will work together to ensure positive character development and build a strong foundation for continuous learning.

POSITION TITLE: Instructional Coach & Advanced Academics Coordinator

REPORTS TO:  Director of Teaching and Learning 

POSITION OBJECTIVE: To directly or indirectly assist and support students and teachers as it aligns with the mission, vision, pillars of DaVinci Academy. This position works primarily with teachers in grades 4-8.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The responsibilities of the Instructional Coach are to actively work alongside teachers and administration to ensure that DaVinci Academy implements best practices and high-quality instruction in order to increase student engagement, improve academic achievement, and to close the achievement gap.  

The following is a non-inclusive list of responsibilities that may be part of an Instructional Coach assignment.

Instructional Support

• Partner with teachers to plan, implement, and refine high-quality, standards-aligned instruction
• Model effective instructional strategies, including differentiation and student engagement techniques
• Provide non-evaluative coaching through observation, feedback, and reflective conversations
• Work with teachers through observations and meetings to determine appropriate curriculum pacing
• Support teachers in implementing best practices in curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• Ensure teachers have resources and materials to better execute standards-aligned lessons
• Provide guidance to teachers on differentiation strategies, enrichment opportunities, and instructional practices for advanced learners

Data Analysis & Student Achievement

• Assist teachers in analyzing student data to inform instructional decisions
• Facilitate data team meetings and guide goal setting based on student performance
• Support progress monitoring and intervention planning
• Coordinate and administer assessments to identify students for advanced academic programming; analyze results to support accurate placement decisions
• Communicate assessment results, placement decisions, and program information clearly with families and staff
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to advanced academic identification and student progress
• Monitor the effectiveness of advanced academic programming and make recommendations for continuous improvement

Professional Learning

• Design and deliver professional development aligned to school and district goals
• Support onboarding and mentoring of new teachers
• Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
• Stay current on research-based instructional practices and share with staff

Collaboration & Leadership

• Collaborate with the Instructional Leadership Team to support instructional priorities
• Build trusting, respectful relationships with staff
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice
• Support school-wide initiatives and improvement plans
• Collaborate with teachers to support the academic and social-emotional needs of advanced learners

Classroom Environment & Equity

• Support teachers in creating inclusive, culturally responsive classrooms
• Promote instructional practices that meet diverse student needs
• Assist with behavior and classroom management strategies that foster positive learning environments

Qualifications:

• Valid Minnesota Teaching License, preferred Tier 3 or Tier 4, in relevant field
• At least five years of teaching experience, preferably in intermediate or middle school grades
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience using Google Classroom
• Curriculum planning/alignment and instructional experience
• Experience with differentiation
• Willingness to identify, interpret and follow school policies and procedures
• Show initiative and function as a self-starter
• Physical demands: able to stand for long periods of time.  

Position Information:  

• Salary Range: The 2026-2027 salary range for this position is $42,024 to $79,568.00. Salary offers will consider the candidate's experience, education, skills, and DaVinci Academy's budget. Experienced candidates should expect a salary offer around the midpoint of the salary range.
  • In exceptional cases, salaries exceeding the midpoint may be offered to attract candidates for hard-to-fill positions or those with specialized skills. Such decisions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
• Duty Days: Modified year round, 188 duty days per year
• Time Off: 3 days of PTO, and 10 days sick time to accrue
• Benefits eligible
• Start Date: August 10, 2026

DaVinci Academy utilizes the Frontline Recruiting Platform, please visit the site below to apply:

https://www.applitrack.com/davincicharterschool/onlineapp/default.aspx