Instructional Coach, English Language Arts (9-12)

About Us

Our History

Stellar Virtual was founded in 2019 with one school in Texas. We serve parents of K-12 students, unhappy with their current school or need an at-home or flexible learning environment. Today, Stellar Virtual spans across three states, Arizona, Indiana, and Texas, with new states introduced each year.

Our Mission

Empowering Families. Unleashing Potential.

Our Values

At Stellar Virtual, we are guided by five core values. These values are the pillars by which we operate all aspects of our organization.

• Kids First, Always: We make student-centered decisions and always do what's best for our kids.
• Respect: We assume the best of others and treat others the way we want to be treated.
• Create, Communicate, Collaborate: We create together, communicate openly, and work as a team to deliver more than we ever could individually
• Make Your Motion Matter: We work deliberately, efficiently, and with a sense of purpose to achieve great results.
• Go the Extra Mile to Deliver a Stellar Customer Experience: We recognize that every interaction, no matter how small or unrelated it may seem, is an opportunity to build trust and goodwill with our customers.

Our Promise

Empowering families with the choice of a high-quality virtual school with dedicated staff focused on student outcomes and an exceptional customer experience, our programs will enable students to thrive and unleash their full potential.

Position Details

Position Name

Instructional Coach, English Language Arts (9-12)

Reporting Manager

Assistant Director, Academics (9-12)

Position Status

Salary, Exempt

Position Type

Regular, Full-Time (12)

Program or School

Texas Virtual Schools

Equipment Details

Yes (W2)

Overview The Instructional Coach, English Language Arts (9–12) will be responsible for supporting and strengthening Tier 2 instructional practices to improve literacy outcomes for high school students. This position will primarily focus on aligning intervention strategies with STAAR standards, utilizing student data to drive targeted instruction, and be able to coach teachers through modeling best practices, providing actionable feedback, and ensuring consistent, high-quality implementation of Tier 2 interventions. Essential Duties

• Ensure Tier 2 Instruction is Aligned and Implemented with Fidelity
• • Support Tier 2 teachers in aligning instruction with STAAR standards and ensure consistent, high-quality implementation across teachers .
• Coach and Support Effective Instructional Strategies
• • Work directly with Tier 2 teachers to identify, observe, and promote the most effective instructional strategies for intervention.
• Provide Ongoing Feedback and Model Best Practices
• • Conduct regular teacher observations, provide actionable feedback, and model evidence-based strategies to support teacher growth and instructional effectiveness.
• Monitor and Analyze Student Progress
• • Track student performance data to evaluate the effectiveness of Tier 2 instruction and identify students not making adequate progress.
• Design and Support Targeted Follow-Up Instruction
• • Collaborate with teachers to create and implement follow-up instructional plans and activities that address specific skill deficits identified through progress monitoring.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• At least 3-5 years of successful ELA classroom teaching experience
• Strong knowledge of Tier 2 intervention instructional strategies and assessment tools
• Proficiency in analyzing student performance data to guide instruction and interventions
• Ability to provide constructive, non-evaluative feedback and model effective teaching strategies
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with teachers and leadership
• Experience designing or supporting targeted follow-up instruction based on student needs
• Familiarity with progress monitoring and using data to track student growth
• Organizational skills to manage coaching schedules, observations, and follow-up support
• Competency in educational technology tools for instruction and data management
• Experience supporting or coaching teachers, especially in Tier 2 intervention settings (preferred)

Education & Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English or a related field is required.
• A valid Texas teaching certificate (with an endorsement in English Language Arts and Reading, Grades 7–12).
• Master’s degree in Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Leadership, or a related field would be preferred.

Benefits & Incentives (Full-Time Only)

• Competitive vacation and paid time off plans
• Comprehensive medical (HMO, HDHP, and PPO), dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families with options available in all states, including a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) option.
• 401(k) retirement plan (pre- and post-tax options) with matching contribution up to 3% after one year of employment
• Additional supplemental disability, life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal aid, and ID theft protection plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Two paid closure weeks each year (weeks of July 4 and December 25)
• 10 Company-paid Holidays

Employment "At-Will" For W-2 employment, Stellar Virtual is an at-will employer. This means the employee and Stellar Virtual can terminate the employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, as legally permitted. This job description does not guarantee continued employment or a contract. All 1099 status is excluded.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Stellar Virtual is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Originally posted on Himalayas