Grade 6-12 Math Instructional Coach/Coordinator

BELLINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

  BELLINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS 

POSITION - Grade 6-12 Math Instructional Coach/Coordinator

TITLE: Gr. 6-12 Math Instructional Coach/Coordinator at Bellingham High School and Bellingham Memorial School

FUNCTION: 

Support teachers and students in improving student learning and performance by providing leadership in the areas of math curriculum, instruction, and assessment in middle and high school.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Collaborate with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning with curriculum planning and revision 
2. Promote high standards and expectations for students and staff in creating a strong math learning environment and academic performance 
3. Identify valid and reliable data sources on student achievement, analyze the data to determine needs, strengths and informed instruction, including all tiers of instruction increase student growth and achievement 
4. Facilitate the development, evaluation, organization, and implementation of secondary math curriculum, assessment, and instructional programs to support all students in meeting and/or exceeding state standards
5. Communicate curriculum and data trends to impact practice with all district stakeholders 
6. Develop, plan and facilitate professional development for teachers that supports evidence-based, differentiated practices within the areas of math content and instruction 
7. Facilitate and assist teachers in developing standards-aligned math units following the UbD backward design framework that plan for differentiation to meet the needs of all learners - intervention to enrichment needs
8. Communicate and work collaboratively with the leadership team to develop and reinforce common understandings and practices in math instruction. 
9. Works closely with the Academic Coordinators and Lead Teachers to oversee curriculum, materials, practices, processes, etc. at the middle school and high school levels
10. Plan and facilitate Math department meetings and PLCs, as needed
11. Oversee and effectively manage the math intervention program (assist in developing structure and schedules for interventions, lead data inquiry meetings and determine student groups, assist in hiring and training tutors, manage instructional groupings of students, provide evidence-based curriculum, serve as member of school’s RtI team)
12. Maintain a mathematically literate school culture (e.g. parent/guardian workshops, math events, professional learning opportunities, etc.)
13. Assist with hiring of Math and Science teachers, as needed 
14. Stay updated on current research and methodology related to curriculum and instruction in Math and Science content areas and disseminate professional information and materials to staff 
15. Use consistent and strategic coaching approaches when collaborating with teachers to design and implement high quality, technology-enhanced learning experience for all students 
16. Collaborate with teachers and administrators to select and evaluate digital tools and resources that enhance teaching and learning 
17. Develop budget requests for Assistant Superintendent's consideration 
18. Communicate, as needed, with students and parents/guardians regarding matters pertaining to math content, courses, etc. that are beyond the scope of the teacher
19. Execute other duties assigned by the Assistant Superintendent and Building Principals 

The essential functions and/or duties listed above are illustrations of the type of work that is performed and is not an exhaustive list of the duties and performance responsibilities for this position.  Other duties may be assigned as directed by the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning. 

QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: 

1. Hold a Master’s degree in education with specific coursework in math, preferred
2. Licensed in Mathematics 5-8 and or 9-12 by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
3. Experience teaching math at the secondary level
4. Possess leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and consultants 
5. Experience with UbD standards-based curriculum development, best practices, program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, valid assessments and diagnosis and research related to learning 
6. In-depth knowledge of the MA State Frameworks in the areas of math and science 

SALARY: $80,000

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Secondary Math Teachers and Academic Coordinators

OUR MISSION: 

Our core mission is to foster an environment in which students and staff have opportunities to reach their full potential. The Bellingham School District is committed to providing a challenging and academically motivating education where all students, staff and families take ownership of learning and education within their schools. 

The School Committee and the Administrative Team support the District Improvement Plan and Strategic Plan. Our goal is to always reach for our vision: The Bellingham Public Schools, in collaboration with students, their families, and the community, will provide a safe learning environment, where the unique strengths of every learner are enhanced and celebrated. We will work together to build a shared sense of pride in the Bellingham Public Schools by amplifying academic excellence, increasing communication, cultivating a positive climate, improving social and emotional well-being, and enhancing technology use and implementation. 

The Bellingham Public School District’s enrollment is approximately 1,930 students and an organizational staff of 400 employees. The district is split into the following building grade levels: DiPietro Elementary (Preschool – Grade 3), Stall Brook Elementary (Preschool – Grade 3), Bellingham Memorial School (grades 4-7), Bellingham High School (grades 8-12), and Keough Memorial Academy (grades 7-12 therapeutic day school).