id='p2577_106217'>Elementary Instructional Coach (Multiple positions available) JobID: 2577
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Elementary (K-6)
Date Posted:
7/23/2026
Location:
Livonia Public Schools - Central Office
Date Available:
2026-27 School year
Closing Date:
7/30/26 or Until filled
District:
Livonia Public Schools Additional Information: Show/Hide
Instructional Coach Posting - Multiple Positions
5-6 Coach
K-4 Coach
POSITION:
The primary responsibility of the full time Elementary Instructional Coach is to provide individualized, job embedded professional development for upper elementary teachers, focused on high quality, research-based literacy instruction. The coach will have a deep understanding of The Common Core State Standards, their shifts and the Livonia Public Schools Priority Standards. The coach will utilize effective instructional practices and assessment data to support teachers with long-range and short-term planning in meeting the literacy learning needs of all students. This position will report to the Elementary Curriculum Coordinator, and work collaboratively with the Chief Academic Officer, Academic Services Department, the Assistant Superintendent of Instruction and Elementary Programs, and Elementary Principals. The Elementary Instructional Coaches will remain as part of the LEA.
DISTRICT OVERVIEW
Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,800 staff members, serving approximately 13,100 students pre-K post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center and 1 vocational and transition center in the School District. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $180 million, with a state funding of $10,000 per pupil.
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH LIVONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS:
Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees you monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Additionally, as a new public-school employee, you will be automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF), which is a portable, tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement. Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% you contribute.
As an employee of Livonia Public Schools, you will be a part of a team working together in a positive work climate and a culture of mutual respect to support the successful education of children. You will also have the satisfaction of knowing you are a team member with Livonia Public Schools, which means you will have the following perks of employment available to you:
Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage:
The district's contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law.
Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.
Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week.
Optional "cash in lieu" of medical insurance for those who qualify.
Dental, vision, and life insurance:
The district pays 100% of the premium for all employees.
Long-term disability coverage:
The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week.
Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members. This includes a completely confidential, short-term counseling service that utilizes a practical approach toward problem resolution and is available 7 days a week, with no cost to the employee.
Paid holidays; earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days.
Longevity pay.
Paid "act of God" days, such as snow days.
Additionally, the children of employees working 20+ hours, living outside the district's attendance boundaries, are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
The following responsibilities are intended to be illustrative of the major functions of this position and are not comprehensive:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
An elementary school teaching certificate, a master's degree, and at least five years of successful teaching experience at the upper elementary level are required. A master's degree in reading, language arts or other related fields is preferred. The applicant must have exceptional verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills in order to build collaborative relationships with others. He/she must demonstrate excellent organizational skills. Previous experience working with adult learners is preferred.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The work year, salary, and fringe benefits will be consistent with the current agreement between the Board of Education and the Livonia Education Association. This position will remain open minimally through July 30, 2026 for consideration of employment for the 26-27 school year.
APPLICATIONS:
All applicants, including current LPS employees, must complete and submit an application through Applitrack, which can be accessed through the Livonia Public Schools webpage.
Additionally, applicants must also upload:
The Livonia Public Schools School District prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status-Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2566. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on handicap or disability-Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2524.
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