Charter Oak Recruitment
Instructional Coach, Heartwood Community School
Charter Oak Recruitment, Ridgeland, South Carolina, United States, 29936
About the job Instructional Coach, Heartwood Community School
Instructional Coach
WHO THEY ARE
Heartwood Community School is a community-focused, tuition-free charter school serving Jasper, Beaufort, and Hampton Counties in South Carolina. The school believes in educating the whole child, nurturing each student academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. Honoring every childs unique journey, Heartwood bridges home and school to foster a compassionate, empowering environment where students feel seen and valued.
The mission extends beyond academics. Heartwood guides students to become resilient problem-solvers, compassionate community builders, globally minded citizens, emotionally intelligent leaders, and lifelong learners. By embracing mistakes as part of growth, the school equips students to thrive in both school and life, ready to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.
THE ROLE
The Instructional Coach at Heartwood Community School serves as a dual-role leader, supporting teacher development while also providing direct small-group instruction to students. With expertise in either literacy or mathematics, the coach drives instructional excellence across the school, ensuring that all studentswhether in need of targeted intervention or advanced enrichmentare challenged, supported, and growing. Reporting directly to the Director of Academics, the Instructional Coach is a key driver of instructional strategy and academic achievement.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Instructional Coaching and Collaboration
Provide job-embedded coaching and feedback to teachers on best practices, data analysis, differentiation, and lesson planning. Lead model lessons, co-teaching, and classroom observations to build teacher capacity and confidence. Collaborate with the Director of Academics and the instructional leadership team to align coaching with school-wide priorities. Facilitate professional development sessions and data meetings with grade-level teams. Support teachers in implementing high-quality, standards-aligned instructional materials. Student-Focused Instructional Support
Deliver small-group lessons for students requiring either targeted intervention or academic extensions. Use multiple forms of data, including formative and diagnostic assessments, to identify students for intervention and enrichment. Design and implement individualized learning plans for students needing academic support or accelerated learning. Monitor student achievement and adjust instruction as necessary. Data-Driven Planning and Continuous Improvement
Maintain clear, accurate records of student progress and instructional impact. Partner with teachers and school leaders to analyze student achievement data. Identify instructional trends and propose strategies for improvement. Support the development of a culture of high expectations and academic excellence. SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS
Heartwood Community School is committed to recruiting exceptional professionals who set high standards for themselves and are passionate about making a lasting impact on childrens lives.
Certified educator with at least 3 years of successful classroom teaching experience in literacy or mathematics. Experience working with diverse student populations and strong knowledge of differentiated instruction. Deep commitment to Heartwoods mission and whole-child philosophy. Strong coaching and leadership skills with the ability to build trust and empower others. A reflective practitioner who values feedback and continuous growth. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills. Passion for equity and the belief that every child can achieve at high levels.
COMPENSATION
The salary for this position is $80,000, with eligibility for a relocation package. To uphold its commitment to equitable and fair compensation, Heartwood Community School offers a competitive salary and follows a no-negotiation policy.
Heartwood is committed to building a best-in-class team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of its students. As an equal opportunity employer, the school makes hiring decisions without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Instructional Coach
WHO THEY ARE
Heartwood Community School is a community-focused, tuition-free charter school serving Jasper, Beaufort, and Hampton Counties in South Carolina. The school believes in educating the whole child, nurturing each student academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. Honoring every childs unique journey, Heartwood bridges home and school to foster a compassionate, empowering environment where students feel seen and valued.
The mission extends beyond academics. Heartwood guides students to become resilient problem-solvers, compassionate community builders, globally minded citizens, emotionally intelligent leaders, and lifelong learners. By embracing mistakes as part of growth, the school equips students to thrive in both school and life, ready to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.
THE ROLE
The Instructional Coach at Heartwood Community School serves as a dual-role leader, supporting teacher development while also providing direct small-group instruction to students. With expertise in either literacy or mathematics, the coach drives instructional excellence across the school, ensuring that all studentswhether in need of targeted intervention or advanced enrichmentare challenged, supported, and growing. Reporting directly to the Director of Academics, the Instructional Coach is a key driver of instructional strategy and academic achievement.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Instructional Coaching and Collaboration
Provide job-embedded coaching and feedback to teachers on best practices, data analysis, differentiation, and lesson planning. Lead model lessons, co-teaching, and classroom observations to build teacher capacity and confidence. Collaborate with the Director of Academics and the instructional leadership team to align coaching with school-wide priorities. Facilitate professional development sessions and data meetings with grade-level teams. Support teachers in implementing high-quality, standards-aligned instructional materials. Student-Focused Instructional Support
Deliver small-group lessons for students requiring either targeted intervention or academic extensions. Use multiple forms of data, including formative and diagnostic assessments, to identify students for intervention and enrichment. Design and implement individualized learning plans for students needing academic support or accelerated learning. Monitor student achievement and adjust instruction as necessary. Data-Driven Planning and Continuous Improvement
Maintain clear, accurate records of student progress and instructional impact. Partner with teachers and school leaders to analyze student achievement data. Identify instructional trends and propose strategies for improvement. Support the development of a culture of high expectations and academic excellence. SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS
Heartwood Community School is committed to recruiting exceptional professionals who set high standards for themselves and are passionate about making a lasting impact on childrens lives.
Certified educator with at least 3 years of successful classroom teaching experience in literacy or mathematics. Experience working with diverse student populations and strong knowledge of differentiated instruction. Deep commitment to Heartwoods mission and whole-child philosophy. Strong coaching and leadership skills with the ability to build trust and empower others. A reflective practitioner who values feedback and continuous growth. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills. Passion for equity and the belief that every child can achieve at high levels.
COMPENSATION
The salary for this position is $80,000, with eligibility for a relocation package. To uphold its commitment to equitable and fair compensation, Heartwood Community School offers a competitive salary and follows a no-negotiation policy.
Heartwood is committed to building a best-in-class team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of its students. As an equal opportunity employer, the school makes hiring decisions without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.