Role Snapshot
The Instructional Specialist provides leadership, coaching, and professional development to educators to improve inclusive practices, language acquisition, and literacy instruction. As a key member of the school leadership team, this role supervises staff and drives strategic initiatives to support diverse learners and enhance overall instructional effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities: Coach and mentor educators on evidence-based instructional strategies for diverse learners, English learners, and students with exceptional needs. Collaborate with administrators and stakeholders to implement school-wide initiatives, supervise faculty and staff, and foster an inclusive learning environment.
Skills & Tools: Leadership, instructional coaching, and staff supervision; expertise in inclusive education practices, English language acquisition, literacy instruction, and professional development delivery. Strong collaboration, communication, and strategic planning abilities to build educator capacity and implement evidence-based practices.
Qualifications: Typically requires a master's degree in education, instructional leadership, curriculum and instruction, or related field, plus 3-5 years of teaching or instructional coaching experience. Administrative certification or eligibility may be required depending on state and district requirements.
Location: In-Person - Naperville, IL
Compensation: $55K–$75K/yr (estimated)
Job Description
This posting is intended to build a pool of qualified candidates for anticipated future openings. While we may not have an immediate vacancy, we review applications on a rolling basis and reach out as roles become available.
Reporting Relationships
The Assistant Principal - Instruction will report to the Principal. At the Principal’s discretion, the Assistant Principal will be assigned to supervise other school-based faculty and staff members.
The Instructional Specialist will provide leadership, coaching, and professional development to educators to improve inclusive practices, language acquisition programs, literacy instruction, and teacher retention strategies. This role will focus on implementing evidence-based instructional strategies that support diverse learners, including students with exceptional needs and English learners, ensuring equitable access to high-quality education. The Instructional Specialist will collaborate with educators, administrators, and stakeholders to build capacity, enhance instructional effectiveness, and foster a positive and inclusive learning environment. As an administrator and key member of the school leadership team, this role also supervises staff and provides strategic input on school wide initiatives.