Become An Instructional Coach

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Interested in Becoming an Instructional Coach?
During the nine-week residency, instructional coaches learn research-based teaching strategies, best practices for teaching observations to identify strengths and areas of growth, and best practices for delivering actionable feedback to support teaching fellows’ professional growth.
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Learn more about becoming an Instruction Coach at one of our 25 affiliate sites
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Do you have questions about applying to Breakthrough as an instructional coach?
Answers to some of our most frequently asked questions are below.
DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLYING TO BREAKTHROUGH AS AN INSTRUCTIONAL COACH?
Answers to some of our most frequently asked questions are below.
INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
Do I have to be a teacher to apply?
How do I select sites, and how will I be considered for each?
Are instructional coaches paid?
Coaches receive a stipend. Please visit our Instructional Coach Site Directory for complete details.
What are the dates of the summer session?
Program dates vary from site to site. Please visit our Instructional Coach Site Directory for complete details.
APPLICATION PROCESS
For detailed instructions about the application, please see our application instructions.
What are the deadlines for applying to coach at Breakthrough?
Summer 2024 deadlines coming soon!
What should I include on my resume?
SELECTION PROCESS
What is the selection process like?
How quickly will I receive a decision?
Summer 2024 application dates coming soon!