RONDOUT VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT will only consider electronic, online form submissions. No emails, faxes, or hard copies, please. Inquiries received in this manner will not be processed. If you do not have access to an electronic device to complete an online application, please call the District’s Personnel Office at 845-687-2400 x 4100 to make an appointment to complete the electronic application on campus.
Rondout Valley Central School District is seeking a knowledgeable, collaborative, and student-centered Instructional Coach to support instructional improvement across grades K–12, with a strong focus on grades 4–12, particularly in ELA and/or Math. Under the direct supervision of the Director of Curriculum, the Instructional Coach will work with classroom teachers, interventionists, and school and district leaders to strengthen high-impact teaching practices, support the implementation of new curriculum, and promote data-informed decision-making.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Literacy, Reading, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field.
- Valid NYS teaching certification, preferably in ELA, Math, Literacy, or Special Education with experience in upper elementary 4-6 and/or 7-8.
- Minimum of 5 years of successful classroom teaching experience, especially in grades 4-6 and/or 7-8.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Science of Reading and structured literacy practices.
- Experience supporting adult learners and delivering professional development.
- Strong understanding of the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards.
- Skilled in using diagnostic reading assessments and student data to guide instruction.
- Experience implementing new curriculum and instructional initiatives.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Demonstrated teacher leadership (e.g., team leader, mentor, curriculum committee).
- Experience supporting MTSS/RTI frameworks and intervention systems.
- Familiarity with UDL, The Writing Revolution, Amplify ELA, and enVision Math.
- Ability to analyze data in partnership with instructional leaders to develop strategic instructional priorities.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience coaching or mentoring teachers.
- Training or certification in evidence-based reading programs and the Science of Reading
- Background in both ELA and Math instruction.
- Flexibility to support instruction across all grade levels, K–12.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide job-embedded instructional coaching through co-teaching, co-planning, and lesson modeling.
- Deliver professional development aligned with district initiatives, including the Science of Reading and structured literacy.
- Provide professional development on all district PD days and as needed throughout the school year.
- Support implementation and ongoing use of enVision Math and Amplify ELA (Grades 6–8) curricula.
- Guide teachers in integrating The Writing Revolution framework into content-area instruction.
- Promote inclusive and accessible practices grounded in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles.
- Support teachers in differentiating instruction and implementing effective Tier 1 and Tier 2 interventions.
- Assist in the rollout and monitoring of structured literacy programs (e.g., Orton-Gillingham).
- Collaborate with the Director of Data to analyze district, school, and student-level data to set strategic instructional goals.
- Use data sources (e.g., FastBridge) to inform instruction and intervention planning.
- Contribute to the development and progress monitoring of Academic Intervention Services (AIS) within the MTSS framework.
- Facilitate PLCs, grade-level, and department meetings focused on student learning and instructional best practices.
- Model effective instructional strategies and provide actionable feedback to support professional growth.
- Promote a positive, collaborative culture of professional learning.
- Stay current with research-based instructional practices and curriculum resources.
- Participate in curriculum and instructional leadership meetings.
- Be open to training and turnkey delivery of professional learning for district staff.
Salary: Per Contract
Work Schedule: Follows teacher's schedule at each specific school
Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the direct report and/or Superintendent.
The mission of RONDOUT VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is to create an inclusive, welcoming educational community where all students can find their purpose and achieve their goals.
Rondout Valley Central School District encompasses more than 150 square miles of rural landscape. The District has 5 buildings which include:
- Two elementary schools, grades K-3 (Marbletown & Kerhonkson)
- One intermediate school (grades 4-6) and one junior high school (grades 7-8), which are housed in one building
- One high school
- One district office
RONDOUT VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, marital status, veteran status, gender or disability in its educational programs, activities, and employment practices. Inquiries regarding this policy of equal opportunity should be referred to the Superintendent, PO Box 9, Accord, New York 12404.