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Curriculum Coach, Academy at Middle Fork

Appalachian State University

United States, North Carolina, Walkertown

Sep 11, 2026

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Position Title	Curriculum Coach, Academy at Middle Fork
Location	Walkertown, North Carolina
Faculty Rank	No
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Position Number	092701
Department	ASU/RCOE Lab School - 260850

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose	The Academy at Middle Fork is a UNC System lab school that is operated by Appalachian State University in partnership with Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. The Curriculum Coach serves as the instructional leader of their grade level span. They are responsible for bringing evidence-based practices into classrooms with the goal of increasing student engagement, improving student achievement, and building teacher capacity. The Curriculum Coach facilitates a learning environment that promotes team members to think deeply and critically about learning that is meaningful and relevant to their students' culture, lives, and future. They focus on individual and group professional development that will expand and refine the understanding of research-based effective instruction. The Curriculum Coach models professional behaviors conducive to building a collaborative and collegial working environment that is centered on team teaching. They also serve as a member of the Academy's leadership team.
Minimum Qualifications	Master's degree in Education Hold or be eligible for a NC teaching license in elementary education, K-6 3+ years of successful teaching experience
License/Certification Required	Hold or be eligible for a NC teaching license in elementary education, K-6
Preferred Qualifications	Experience as an instructional coach or instructional facilitator National Board Certification
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	Model and meet the expectations of the Portrait of a Lab School Team Member. Work collaboratively with teachers and other instructional staff to create fair and welcoming classroom communities Assist team members to create clear expectations and norms for classroom communities Model restorative practices to address learning and behavior needs Model and foster a growth mindset Actively engage with colleagues, school administration, the local community, and university partners to cultivate a collaborative school environment Develop and maintain a confidential, collegial relationship with team members Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum to support curriculum initiatives and academic programming Assist with the development of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices Assist teachers to develop innovative, integrated, standards-aligned, and inquiry-based lesson plans that are student-centered and based on constructivist approaches Co-teach with team members during literacy and math blocks Model and support evidence-based collaborative teaching strategies that result in increased student performance Assist team members with designing instructional decisions based on assessment data Support team members in assessing the progress of their students and to use data to inform teaching strategies Support team members in analyzing student assessment data Facilitate weekly grade level span PLT meetings Plan and facilitate instructional rounds in collaboration with the Principal and the Director of Curriculum Collaborate with team members to identify strengths and areas of expertise Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum to develop a strategic plan of professional development for team members Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum to lead professional development for team members Mentor Beginning Teachers Plan curriculum nights Work positively toward meeting identified school improvement goals Fully understand and follow expectations set forth by the staff handbook Maintain appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance and effective use of time Attend and be fully engaged in staff meetings, committee meetings, and school-wide events Engage in opportunities for enhanced professional development to stay current in innovative teaching practices affecting the whole child Follow a plan for professional development and demonstrate evidence of growth Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, families, and team members in accordance with accepted professional ethics and state and federal laws Share responsibility during the school day for the supervision of students in areas of the school Comply with state and federal education statutes, including the NC Code of Ethics for Educators Adhere to the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards Other administrative duties as assigned
Type of Position	Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty	Staff/Non-Faculty
VISA Sponsorship?	VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
Appointment Type	1.0
Work Schedule/Hours	Mon-Fri, 7:15-3:15 pm; at times this position may require more than the workday to perform the essential duties of this position, including attendance and participation at schoolwide events after school hours.
Number of Hours Per Week	40
Number of Months Per Year	10
Mandatory Staff	No
Suggested Salary Range	Based on NC Teacher Salary + WS/FCS Supplement
Physical Demands of Position	Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date	08/13/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins	08/27/2026
Proposed Date of Hire	09/28/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please attach required documents: Cover Letter Resume NC Teaching License (or a statement indicating your eligibility) List a minimum of 3 professional references in the application profile
Search Chair Name	Amie Snow
Search Chair Email	snowab@appstate.edu
Quick Link	https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/55647
Posting Number	201501828P