Instructional Support Specialist

At Summit K12, we believe that every student can do well in school if instruction is tailored to their unique learning needs and they receive the encouragement to strive and achieve. Our learning programs provide teachers with the ability to differentiate instruction, monitor progress, and support learners in their journey toward success.

From English learners, multilingual students, bilingual students and dual language learners who are struggling to read or write, Summit K12's online, standards-based supplemental curriculum will close gaps and ensure growth for all students.

Summit K12 is seeking an Instructional Support Specialist dedicated exclusively to supporting Clark County School District (CCSD) in Nevada. This role is designed to provide consistent, high-impact professional development, coaching, and implementation support for educators and leaders implementing Summit K12 Connect to Literacy across the district.

The ideal candidate brings experience in teaching, instructional coaching, and/or school leadership and has a strong, research-based understanding of language development and instruction for multilingual learners. This specialist will work in close partnership with CCSD district leaders, site administrators, and teachers to deliver job-embedded, role-specific professional learning through a combination of on-site and virtual support.

The primary goal of this position is to build district capacity, support effective and sustained implementation of evidence-based instructional practices, and ensure that Connect to Literacy is leveraged as an instructional tool that improves outcomes for English learners across content areas.

LOCATION: Clark County, Nevada. The candidate must be based in Clark County. NV or surrounding area.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Professional Development Delivery:

• Plan, organize, and facilitate high-quality, on-site and online professional development for CCSD teachers, instructional staff, and school leaders aligned to Summit K12 Connect to Literacy.

2. Implementation Success:

• Support successful implementation by coaching educators and leaders to apply evidence-based instructional practices aligned to district goals and Summit K12 solutions.

3. District-Aligned Solution Expertise:

• Develop deep expertise in Summit K12 Connect to Literacy and support CCSD educators in using the platform as an instructional, data-informed language development tool.

4. Data Utilization and Instructional Support:

• Analyze and interpret platform and student data to identify trends, strengths, and areas for improvement
• Support CCSD leaders and educators in using data dashboards to inform instructional decisions
• Provide actionable insights to guide instructional planning and implementation

5. Organization and Flexibility:

• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt to evolving district needs, priorities, and schedules.

6. Continuous Learning:

• Engage in ongoing professional learning to remain current with research-based practices in language development, multilingual education, and adult learning.

7. Coaching and Support:

• Provide LMS navigation support, demonstration lessons, targeted coaching, and leadership planning sessions aligned to CCSD needs.

8. Reflection and Improvement:

• Seek and apply feedback from district partners to refine professional learning, coaching, and support strategies.

9. Collaboration:

• Collaborate closely with Summit K12 colleagues and CCSD partners to ensure coherence, quality, and alignment of professional learning and instructional supports.

10. Equity-Focused Practice:

• Promote equitable instructional practices by supporting educators in delivering linguistically responsive, inclusive instruction for multilingual learners.

TRAVEL: Willingness to travel within Clark County School District to support on-site professional development and coaching.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated passion for multilingualism and strong understanding of English Learners
• Deep knowledge of best practices for supporting multilingual learners
• Minimum of 5 years of K–12 teaching experience with experience delivering coaching and professional development
• Ability to analyze data and apply insights to instructional practice
• Experience supporting educators through both in-person and virtual professional learning
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft and Google productivity tools
• Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred

ADVANCED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of K–12 teaching, coaching, or leadership experience
• Master's or advanced degree in education or related field
• Experience collaborating with district and school leaders on professional learning planning
• Strong knowledge of adult learning theory and facilitation
• Comfort navigating ambiguity and responding to real-time instructional and implementation needs

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Contacts:
Internal: Collaboration with Summit K12 staff across departments
External: Ongoing partnership with CCSD district and school leaders

Equipment: This position requires reliable home internet that can support video calls on Google Meet and Zoom and a quiet, professional place to deliver remote professional development.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to travel:

Travel is required and considered an essential function of the job. Travel includes overnight stays at hotels and transportation via car, plane, and/or public transportation. Driving in small and large cities is required. All travel-related expenses for professional development delivery are initially paid in advance by the Instructional Coach (eg, lodging, daily meals). Reimbursements for these expenses - including mileage if driving your own car and compensation for time traveling - will be processed 2–3 weeks following submission of the expense reimbursement requests.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Base Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 annually

At Summit K12, we are committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation practices. The posted salary range reflects the scope of the role and current market benchmarks. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, your experience, skills, and qualifications. All offers are made with consideration for the individual candidate's background and the needs of the role.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package. Highlights include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options
• Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) program
• 10 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday annually
• Wellness resources and support programs

Summit K12 is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall,