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Director of Implementation, Design, and Coaching - ELA

Leading Educators Careers
Location
Oakland, CA
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Programs
Salary
$103,649 to $140,231
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in education, instructional leadership, curriculum implementation, or district-level instructional support
  • Demonstrated experience leading complex implementation efforts across multiple schools or at the district level
  • Proven track record designing high-quality professional learning aligned to standards and measurable instructional outcomes
  • Direct experience providing coaching to school or district leaders and translating that coaching into observable changes in practice
  • Experience serving as a primary client or partner relationship owner within a district or multi-school context, managing expectations and maintaining accountability for outcomes
  • Experience managing and developing staff or team members, with clear responsibility for the quality of their execution
What the job really is

The Director of Implementation, Design, and Coaching – ELA at Leading Educators will lead instructional transformation across seven schools in the San Mateo-Foster City District. This role involves managing the full lifecycle of English Language Arts (ELA) implementation, coaching educators, designing professional learning, and collaborating with district leaders to ensure high-quality literacy instruction. The position requires navigating complex challenges and translating data into actionable insights to improve teaching practices and student outcomes.

Benefits
  • Base salary range of $103,649 to $140,231 per year, with a standard starting salary of $121,940 based on meeting the minimum requirement of 8 years of relevant experience
  • 100% paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for individual employees
  • 60% coverage of additional premium costs for partners and dependents on medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 4% matching 401k plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, childcare and commuter expenses
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Things to weigh
  • The role requires regular travel to multiple school sites, which may be a consideration for work-life balance.
  • The position demands a high level of adaptability and the ability to manage competing priorities, which may be challenging for some candidates.
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