Staff Developer

Our Commitment:

Amber Charter Schools understands specific groups are subject to marginalization. We believe these powerful groups should be centered in our community and are highly encouraged to apply. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation/affectional preference, gender (including gender nonconformity, status as a transgender or transsexual individual, and gender identity or expression), sexual and reproductive health decisions, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship, age, familial status, partnership status, caregiver status, pregnancy status, uniformed service, military and veteran status, employment status, disability, political affiliation, height, weight or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, rule or regulation.

Position Summary

At Amber Charter Schools we believe great teaching transforms lives—and behind every great teacher is a dedicated Staff Developer. We’re looking for a passionate, dynamic leader to help grow and guide our talented instructional team. You’ll be at the heart of instructional growth designing, facilitating, and sustaining meaningful professional development that translates into classroom success. You’ll be a champion of our values, not just in what you teach, but in how you lead.

Essential Responsibilities

Coach and Champion Great Teaching

• Visit classrooms regularly and coach teachers with timely, actionable feedback
• Guide educators in crafting standards-aligned lessons that spark deep learning
• Analyze student work with teachers to adjust instruction and deepen impact
• Support differentiation and inclusive practices to reach every learner
• Review and analyze formative and summative assessment data and evidence at the student, class, grade and school levels to inform instructional and professional development plans.

Fuel Professional Growth

• Identify learning needs and curate powerful internal and external PD experiences
• Lead data-driven conversations and planning with teachers and leadership
• Plan peer observation cycles and reflection opportunities
• Empower teacher-leaders to share their expertise and shape school-wide impact

Be a Key Player in Our School Community

• Serve on the instructional leadership team and help to recruit, interview onboard new staff
• Support parent-teacher conferences, family engagement, and student showcases
• Pitch in during arrival, dismissal, and lunch/recess to build strong connections
• Lead or support extended learning programs like tutoring or summer school
• Review trimester report cards and specialist progress reports to ensure consistency and alignment between ratings, narrative comments, and supporting data.
• Monitor the routine updating of bulletin boards by teachers to showcase high quality student work.

Drive Curriculum Success

• Act as our resident expert on NYS Learning Standards and high-quality curricula
• Co-develop or adapt materials that ensure all students—especially multilingual learners and those with IEPs have access to rigorous instruction
• Ensure fidelity of curriculum implementation and organize needed materials
• Plan and deliver PD sessions that bring curriculum and standards to life
• Order and organize all instructional materials to ensure they are accessible and utilized with fidelity and consistency.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or a related field
• 3 years of successful, high-impact classroom teaching experience
• 1 year of experience in staff development, coaching, or consulting
• Deep understanding of NYS learning standards for elementary grades
• Familiarity with high-quality ELA, math, science, and social studies curricula
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Proven ability to design, deliver, and evaluate high-impact professional development
• Strong instructional modeling skills and comfort leading adult learners
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and effective coaching practices
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Understanding of change management, team dynamics, and group facilitation
• Ability to build strong, trust-based relationships and communicate effectively
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a solutions-oriented, “can-do…