Part-Time Math Interventionist (SY26-27)

Position: Math Interventionist

Position Type: .5 FTE

Department: Mathematics

Location: Cunniff Elementary School

Reports to: Principal, and Math and Science Coordinator              

Affiliation: WEA Unit A

Salary range:  As Determined by Unit A

General Description:

The Watertown Public Schools seeks an outstanding Math Interventionist to support with fostering high achievement through differentiated instruction, strategic assessment, and promotion of a growth mindset, while aligning with curriculum standards and utilizing Massachusetts Tiered System of Support. 

Responsibilities:

• Skillfully support student learning of Gr. K-5 Mathematics content and practice standards within tier 1, 2, and 3.  
• Empower and support diverse learners through individualized and small group math instruction. 
• Collect, manipulate and analyze student mathematics data
• Collaborate with educators to effectively address student needs and improve instructional  practice.
• Incorporate a variety of assessment tools and strategies in order to inform and modify instruction, as well as target intervention and enrichment needs. 
• Participate in team meetings with grade level colleagues as assigned.
• Participate in school and district wide professional development. 
• Partner with families to include them in each student’s learning and development, guided by a profound understanding of the importance of this connection. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in Education strongly preferred. 
• Massachusetts Teacher Certification/Licensure in Elementary required, Mathematics 1-6 preferred.
• SEI Endorsement 
• Deep understanding of K-5 Mathematics content and practice standards
• Mathematics teaching experience in the elementary grades with a proven track record of promoting high achievement in the classroom
• Experience differentiating math instruction for a range of learners, using techniques such as visual models, student discourse and opportunities to explain reasoning, instructional routines such as number talks, open-ended problems with multiple solution paths, and strategies for increasing engagement
• Experience writing lesson plans with clear, attainable learning goals and aligned activities
• Experience using a range of assessments to analyze student learning to inform instruction
• Demonstrate knowledge of the developmental needs of elementary learners and strategies to meet those needs through the curriculum
• Ability to identify and build on students’ strengths and interests in order to support the development of a growth mindset in math learners
• Experience building computational fluency through conceptual understanding
• Strong classroom management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with a diverse staff, student body and community
• Strong understanding of the Massachusetts Tiered System of Support (MTSS)
• Strong work ethic, alongside a commitment to doing whatever it takes for students to excel; instructional flexibility in order to meet students’ needs using effective strategies
• Ability to be reflective and open to feedback
  
  

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Watertown Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.