Instructional Coach (Classical Education)

St John Paul II High School, Loveland, CO

Reports To: Principal

Position Type: Part-time

Position Summary

St John Paul II High School, a Catholic classical high school committed to academic excellence and the formation of young men and women in truth, goodness, and beauty, seeks an experienced and mission-aligned Part-Time Instructional Coach to support faculty growth in classical teaching practices and Socratic instruction. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of classical education, demonstrate excellence in coaching adult learners, and have a proven ability to help teachers strengthen student engagement, discussion, and learning outcomes.

Responsibilities

Instructional Coaching

• Observe classroom instruction and provide timely, constructive, and actionable feedback that supports both academic excellence and the mission of Catholic classical education.
• Encourage instruction that integrates faith and reason and helps students engage deeply with the Catholic intellectual tradition.
• Partner with teachers to identify strengths, growth opportunities, and instructional goals.
• Support faculty in planning and implementing effective classical instructional practices.
• Help teachers develop and refine Socratic seminars, guided discussions, and other dialogical teaching methods.
• Tailor coaching approaches to the individual needs, experience levels, and teaching styles of faculty members.
• Serve as a resource for lesson planning and design, assessment practices, and classroom culture.

Modeling and Mentoring

• Demonstrate and model effective classroom instruction when appropriate.
• Share best practices in classical pedagogy, discussion leadership, questioning techniques, and student engagement.
• Mentor new and developing teachers as they grow in confidence and effectiveness.

Professional Development

• Promote instructional practices that foster the formation of the whole person—mind, body, and soul.
• Design and facilitate occasional workshops and professional learning sessions for faculty.
• Introduce high-impact instructional practices that align with the mission of classical education.
• Support ongoing faculty development initiatives and instructional goals.

Collaborative Leadership

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, professional growth, and collegial support.
• Collaborate with school leadership to identify instructional priorities and professional development needs.
• Help maintain consistency and excellence in the implementation of the school's classical educational vision.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Significant experience teaching in a classical school or a comparable classical education setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in classical pedagogy and Socratic instruction.
• Experience coaching, mentoring, or leading professional development for educators.
• Strong understanding of high-impact instructional practices and adult learning principles.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills.

Preferred

• Experience in Catholic classical education.
• Familiarity with the Catholic intellectual tradition and liberal arts curriculum.
• Experience supporting secondary-level teachers.
• Advanced training in instructional coaching, teacher development, or educational leadership.

Desired Characteristics

The successful candidate will be

• Deeply committed to the mission of Catholic classical education.
• Persistent in supporting teacher growth while maintaining high expectations.
• Positive, encouraging, and solutions-oriented.
• Humble, coachable, and collaborative.
• Skilled at building trust and strong professional relationships.
• Able to provide candid feedback with charity and clarity.
• Flexible and adaptive, tailoring coaching strategies to different personalities and instructional styles.
• Passionate about helping teachers and students flourish.

Compensation

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Flexible scheduling is available based on school needs and candidate availability.

To Apply

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and references to Dr. David Richards at ***email_hidden***.