INSTRUCTIONAL COACH - SOCIAL STUDIES (GRADES 6-12)

Milwaukee Public Schools seeks an exceptional Instructional Coach - Social Studies (6-12) candidate who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders.

The Instructional Coach - Social Studies (6-12) is a non-evaluative, non-supervisory teacher position that will work collaboratively with the social studies curriculum specialist, classroom teachers, school learning teams and community. The social studies instructional coach will be assigned to the department of Curriculum and Instruction.

To be considered as a candidate, you must submit a current, updated resume.

All applications are due by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

If you have questions, please contact Pepper LaMothe, lamothkp@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrates exemplary knowledge of the ability to support the MPS social studies required content and instructional design.
• Possesses ability to accurately and efficiently diagnose and attend to students academic needs; [align professional development to identified staff and student needs as evidenced by multiple data sources]
• Utilizes skills and dispositions needed to engage in meaningful collaborative endeavors; possesses ability to work with a range of adult learners, differentiating content and designs/formats to meet a variety or needs.
• Exhibits ability to work effectively and knowledgeably with teachers (one-on-one and in groups), helping develop coherent lessons based on student needs, and constructing valid formative assessments.
• Possesses knowledge and experience needed to meet the needs of a range of diverse learners; expertise in supporting the needs of students with disabilities and English language learners.
• Demonstrates the ability to provide professional development and foster the integration of technology and literacy in the content-area.
• Has effective communication abilities; displays flexible and proficient written and verbal skills, including the ability to develop and deliver effective, professional presentations and training.
• Models effective lessons aligned to the Wisconsin standards for Social Studies, using the district-approved instructional design and strategic use of district-adopted and approved resources.
• Utilizes effective coaching skills and possess willingness to advance coaching proficiencies.
• Demonstrates skillful use of technology applications and tools, including Google applications, Infinite Campus and mConnect is required; Infinite Campus and other student information systems, and acquire district data.
• Expresses a positive, team-oriented disposition.
• Exhibits willingness to participate in on-going professional development to improve skills and knowledge related to all aspects of best instructional practices social studies.

• Current teaching license and demonstration of leadership in Social Studies education
  • Position Licensure - one or more of the following: 701, 710, 715, 725, 734,735, 740, 745, 760 or 2700
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful, fully licensed teaching experience in Social Studies.
• Master's degree required.
• Experience in providing professional development at the district level or significant demonstration that goes beyond working with staff at one school alone.
• Experience using instructional technologies to improve student performance.
• Experience in a leadership role within a diverse, multicultural teaching and learning environment.

• Works collaboratively with teachers, other curriculum specialists, and district and school leaders to implement the social studies instructional design and Wisconsin Social Studies Standards.
• Uses data from district accountability measures and performance assessments to guide both district and school-based work.
• Reviews, refines and develops classroom assessments.
• Demonstrates and models effective instructional strategies for teachers in their classrooms based on research proven practices and district resources.
• Provides principals and teachers with effective feedback on best social studies practices.
• Demonstrates, models and facilitates effective coaching strategies for social studies teachers.
• Supports schools with the implementation of the K-12 Social Studies Curriculum Guides and district curriculum resources.
• Collaborates with community partners to develop partnerships and opportunities for social studies teaching and learning.
• Attends and facilitates professional developments outside of a regular work schedule.
• Communicates social studies opportunities with school staff using monthly newsletters streamlined to the needs of the classroom.
• Facilitates social studies meetings at the school level.
• Provides support for the MPS Summer School Program.
• Assists with the implementation of the UNSIL World Fair.
• Accurately maintains schedules and records, efficiently completes paperwork.
• Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The salary range for this position starts at $55,317.33 and increases according to a set salary schedule which is based on years of work experience as a fully licensed teacher/pupil services educator in a K-12 setting and education beyond a bachelor's degree.

Salary range: $55,317.33 - $103,599.82 (2F - 200-day calendar)

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.