This role is an exciting opportunity to serve as a leader within a diverse and dynamic team committed to transforming public education in the Providence Public School District (PPSD). We are hiring someone who believes in all students' capacity to achieve at high levels and can work collaboratively with a diverse set of partners and stakeholders to drive transformative change within and outside of the organization. 

We’re looking for someone to:?

• Promote mindsets of high expectations and an “all students can” agenda connected directly to the math curriculum, instruction, and support systems.

• Provide leadership for district-wide math programming inclusive of standards-based math practice curriculum development, resource selection, and staff development, including summer and after-school programs.

• Coordinate proven, research-based methods and expertise in math strategies for curriculum reform; collects and analyzes data to improve products and services delivered to schools to support student achievement; and provides leadership in designing and developing new programs and initiatives to meet identified needs.

• Develop plans for the implementation of a multi-tiered professional learning program to ensure district teachers achieve a level of proficiency in or awareness of the knowledge and effective practices of math instruction through in-service workshops or visits to teachers in schools to model lesson instruction.

• Support the Executive Director of Professional Learning in developing professional development, training, and general oversight of math coaches' work and math teacher instruction. 

• Play a leadership role in designing and implementing a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) and district-wide math assessments. Develops a formalized, age-specific intervention plan to address the math-related learning needs of students behind grade level.

• Attend and participates in district, school level, and/or PLC meetings. ? Meet regularly with math department and teacher leaders to ensure vertical and horizontal articulation of curriculum and instructional vision.

• Share effective, high-yield instructional strategies with teachers.

• Create student-centered instructional models and includes opportunities for activation, direct instruction, discourse, practice, feedback, debriefing, continuous improvement reflection, comprehensive assessments to drive instruction, and small group learning.

• Observe teachers in the classroom as scheduled and/or as requested by principals.

• In collaboration with the Executive Director of Professional Learning and the District Director of Coaching, create systems for coaches to provide direct feedback and to model lessons for teachers.

• Provide testing support by providing teachers with standardized test preparation materials, analyzing test results, and conducting related meetings and workshops.

• Monitor supplemental instructional tools and reports quarterly progress to the Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction. 

• Coordinate the design, support, and implementation of quality professional learning programs in Math instruction, assessment, and intervention for principals, coaches, teachers, and support staff consistent with district, state required, and national standards for professional learning.

• In collaboration with the Executive Director of Professional Learning, develop a professional learning program in the knowledge and practices of math instruction specifically for Teachers, Administrators, Coaches, Teaching Assistants, and Instructional Assistants.

• Monitor the quality of implementation of the math programs and initiatives in classrooms and extended learning.

• Collaborate with the Data and Assessment to evaluate and recommend an appropriate assessment to ensure timely screening, diagnosis, and progress monitoring for students in the development of the assessment calendar.

• Support data conversations and the work of the school Common Planning Team.

• Provide quarterly updates on the progress of math achievement with CAO/ED of Curriculum and Instruction. 

• Participate in the selection and evaluation process for department staff; provides the necessary administrative and supervisory function for appropriate leadership of the department staff, including math coaches; uses creative and critical thinking in curriculum work, staff management, and problem-solving.

• Serve as district liaison to curriculum vendors, manages contracts with partners supporting the math initiatives in the district in partnership with the Executive Director for Curriculum and Instruction.

• Assist in the development and management of budgets to support and maintain quality district programming.

• Collaborate with supervisors and transformation officers to identify and coordinate targeted school-based support to improve instruction with students of differing cognitive and language ability; with the Office of Special Education and the Office of Multi-Language Learners to design, coordinate, and implement innovative programs that support the needs of these student populations. 

• Ensure that District initiatives comply with state standards and federal guidelines.

• Collaborate closely with Transformation Officers and Principals to align math education strategies with overall school performance and student achievement objectives.

• Conduct classroom observations to provide actionable feedback directly to teachers and instructional staff, aimed at enhancing math instruction and student learning outcomes.

• Demonstrate proficiency in handling difficult conversations with sensitivity and effectiveness, facilitating resolution and progress in challenging situations.

• Effectively report on program progress, challenges, and achievements to both higher management and program staff, ensuring clear communication and alignment with district goals.

• Employ strategic visioning for district-wide math education with a meticulous attention to detail in the communication and execution of programs and initiatives.

• Achievement Focus: Sets challenging goals, demonstrates persistence, and overcomes obstacles to achieve goals.

• Equity: Exhibits a commitment to equity and creates a sense of urgency to close achievement gaps.

• Duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction.