[26-27] EC INSTRUCTIONAL COACH (GRANT FUNDED SEPTEMBER 2026)
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KIPP Charlotte Inc
Charlotte, NC, US
Summary
The contractor will provide instructional coaching, technical assistance, and professional development to special education staff to improve student outcomes. They will also support compliance with federal and state special education requirements and assist in strengthening intervention systems.
Job Description
Description
Position Overview
KIPP Charlotte seeks an experienced Exceptional Children (EC) Instructional Coach to provide coaching, technical assistance, professional development, and program support to special education staff. This is an independent contractor position that will remain in effect through December 31, 2026.
This temporary position will partner with the EC Director, Managing Director of Student Support Services, school leaders, and staff to strengthen instructional practices, improve student outcomes, support compliance with federal and state special education requirements, and build staff capacity to serve students with disabilities.
Scope of Services
The role is responsible for providing support in the following areas:
Instructional Coaching and Support
• Observe EC teachers and provide individualized feedback
• Support implementation of evidence-based instructional practices
• Model instructional strategies and intervention techniques
• Assist teachers in planning specially designed instruction
• Support effective progress monitoring practices
• Analyze student performance data with teachers and school leaders
Professional Learning
• Design and facilitate professional development sessions
• Support the development and mentoring of beginning EC teachers
• Develop resources, tools, and instructional supports for EC staff
• Provide coaching related to accommodations, modifications, and service delivery
Program Improvement
• Support implementation of inclusive practices and least restrictive environment (LRE) opportunities
• Assist with strengthening intervention systems and MTSS processes
• Support Child Find efforts and referral processes
• Collaborate with school leaders to identify instructional and programmatic improvement opportunities
Compliance Support
• Provide guidance regarding IDEA requirements and implementation
• Support high-quality IEP development and implementation
• Assist staff in maintaining documentation and progress monitoring systems
• Support implementation of state and district special education procedures
Requirements
Qualifications
• Valid North Carolina Exceptional Children teaching license
• Minimum of five years of successful experience in special education
• Demonstrated experience coaching or mentoring educators
• Strong knowledge of IDEA, North Carolina EC procedures, and evidence-based instructional practices
• Experience facilitating adult learning and professional development
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
Deliverables
• Coaching schedules and support plans
• Observation and feedback documentation
• Professional development materials and agendas
• Monthly summaries of services provided
• Recommendations for instructional and program improvements
Contract Term
August 2026 – September 30, 2026
Classification
This is a grant funded position with an end date of September 30, 2026. This role is not eligible for KIPP North Carolina's benefits program or additional employment in this role follow September 30, 2026.
KIPP NC is a network of eight high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools providing an academically rigorous and joyous school experience to more than 3,500 students in grades K-12 in Charlotte, Durham, Gaston, and Halifax. KIPP NC supports several thousand alumni on their journey to and through high school, college, and career.
KIPP NC is building on a rich tradition of academic excellence and relentless fight for social justice present from the founding of both KIPP ENC and KIPP Charlotte. KIPP ENC is the second oldest KIPP region in the nation. In its 20 years
KIPP NC will build on a rich tradition of academic excellence and relentless fight for social justice present from the founding of both KIPP ENC and KIPP Charlotte. KIPP ENC is the second oldest KIPP region in the nation. In its 20 years of operation, KIPP ENC has been a cornerstone for students and families in rural Gaston and Halifax, operating two primary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. Over the past five years, it grew to serve even more students by opening up a middle school in Durham, an urban center in the center part of the state. KIPP Charlotte, which grew out of the strong traditions and academics of KIPP ENC, has supported students and families for the past 13 years, operating one primary school and one middle school in the largest city in North Carolina.
KIPP North Carolina will build upon the successes and experiences of KIPP ENC and KIPP Charlotte to provide inclusive school environments and an educational program that will enable our students to lead full lives and equip graduates to be future leaders and agents of change in North Carolina and beyond. KIPP NC also will continue to engage in direct, anti-racist work, and it will contribute meaningfully to the dismantling of structures of inequality within our organization, schools, and classrooms. KIPP NC will be committed to expanding our efforts to embed anti-racism in all of our classrooms and schools.
Founded
2000
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Education Management
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Durham, North Carolina
KIPP NC is a network of eight high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools providing an academically rigorous and joyous school experience to more than 3,500 students in grades K-12 in Charlotte, Durham, Gaston, and Halifax. KIPP NC supports several thousand alumni on their journey to and through high school, college, and career.
KIPP NC is building on a rich tradition of academic excellence and relentless fight for social justice present from the founding of both KIPP ENC and KIPP Charlotte. KIPP ENC is the second oldest KIPP region in the nation. In its 20 years
KIPP NC will build on a rich tradition of academic excellence and relentless fight for social justice present from the founding of both KIPP ENC and KIPP Charlotte. KIPP ENC is the second oldest KIPP region in the nation. In its 20 years of operation, KIPP ENC has been a cornerstone for students and families in rural Gaston and Halifax, operating two primary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. Over the past five years, it grew to serve even more students by opening up a middle school in Durham, an urban center in the center part of the state. KIPP Charlotte, which grew out of the strong traditions and academics of KIPP ENC, has supported students and families for the past 13 years, operating one primary school and one middle school in the largest city in North Carolina.
KIPP North Carolina will build upon the successes and experiences of KIPP ENC and KIPP Charlotte to provide inclusive school environments and an educational program that will enable our students to lead full lives and equip graduates to be future leaders and agents of change in North Carolina and beyond. KIPP NC also will continue to engage in direct, anti-racist work, and it will contribute meaningfully to the dismantling of structures of inequality within our organization, schools, and classrooms. KIPP NC will be committed to expanding our efforts to embed anti-racism in all of our classrooms and schools.
Founded
2000
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Education Management
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Durham, North Carolina
