Instructional Coach, Literacy (Fixed-Term)

About Amplify

Amplify helps teachers bring delight and rigor to students every day. We have become a leader in K–12 literacy, biliteracy, math, and science by building inspiring teaching and learning experiences based on research. The Amplify Classroom platform combines curriculum, assessment, and supplemental learning into one coherent high-quality instructional system. A pioneer in education since 2000, Amplify has developed deep relationships in states and districts by partnering with educators to drive implementation quality and improved outcomes. Today, Amplify serves more than 18 million students and teachers across all 50 states and on six continents. For more information, visit Amplify.com.

Job Description:

Amplify is seeking an Instructional Coach, Literacy with a background in teaching, instructional coaching, and/or school leadership to join our Professional Development (PD) team as a fixed-term employee supporting Prince George's County Public Schools for the 2026–2027 school year.

Essential Responsibilities:

The Instructional Coach, Literacy will support educators on-site up to four days per week, with the fifth day dedicated to planning, preparation, and responding to educator needs.

The Instructional Coach may also support the Amplify Professional Development team on department-wide initiatives during days when Prince George's County Public Schools are closed but Amplify remains open (e.g., teacher workdays, holidays, winter and summer breaks, or weather-related school closures). Support may include designing and/or delivering professional development for 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 based on district priorities and implementation needs are necessary for this role.

The Instructional Coach's day-to-day responsibilities will be determined in partnership with their manager based on district priorities throughout the school year. Responsibilities may include:

• 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

• Conducting model lessons and co-teaching alongside classroom teachers

• Supporting unit or lesson planning with grade-level teams and/or individual teachers

• Leading lesson study cycles for teachers

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

• Facilitating 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 assessment data to support instructional decision-making and responsiveness to learner outcomes

• Cultivating model 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 feedback and adjust coaching practices based on feedback and 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

Minimum Qualifications:

• Deep knowledge of literacy instruction and the science of reading and writing.

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

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

• Experience working on collaborative projects with leaders and teachers

• Experience in guiding teams of educators through change management processes

• 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 Prince George’s County Public School, Maryland area to support educators

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Amplify mCLASS or experience using Amplify mCLASS DIBELS 8

• 10+ years of K-5 or 6-8 literacy teaching and/or instructional leadership experience.

• 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 Instructional Coach must reside in or near Prince George’s County Public Schools and/or be able to travel locally (up to 4 days per week) to support educators across the district. The Instructional Coach may also be asked to deliver professional development in other locations based on business needs, during school closures, or if the district engagement concludes earlier than anticipated.

Travel: Local travel is required and considered an essential job function. Car mileage and related expenses for professional development delivery are reimbursed in accordance with company expense policy.

Benefits: Fixed-term employees are Amplify employees with a defined assignment end date as part of their employment offer. As a fixed-term employee, you will have an opportunity to participate in a broader base of Amplify programs, including our Health and Wellness benefits, 401(K), Paid Time Off and holidays, and Training Opportunities. Time off will be taken in coordination with the district calendar.

Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Amplify makes employment decisions based on qualifications and merit, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

Amplify is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in connection with the application or hiring process, please email [email protected].

If you are selected for employment, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination, or submit to enhanced background screening, such as fingerprinting.

Amplify is an E-Verify participant.