District Math Coach

District Math Coach: Architect of Quantitative Growth

Location: Ferguson-Florissant School District | District-Wide Support

Status: 1-Year Federally Funded Position | Certified Professional | Exempt

The Opportunity: A Year of Numerical Transformation

In Ferguson-Florissant, we believe that mathematical literacy is a civil right. We are seeking a high-energy, analytical, and supportive District Math Coach for a specialized, one-year intensive mission funded by federal grants. You aren’t just looking at spreadsheets; you are a partner in the classroom, helping teachers dismantle "math anxiety" and replace it with rigorous, evidence-based instructional strategies.

If you are a math expert who loves coaching adults as much as solving complex problems, this is your opportunity to accelerate student achievement across our district in a high-impact academic year.

Role Summary

The District Math Coach (DMC) serves as a vital bridge between district numeracy goals and daily classroom instruction. Working closely with the Math Content Manager, you will support teachers through coaching, modeling, and deep-dive data analysis. You will help teachers design units that challenge students while providing the necessary scaffolding to meet every learner's needs. This is a role for an instructional leader who knows how to make high-level math concepts accessible, engaging, and equitable for all.

Why You’ll Succeed (Qualifications)

• Advanced Expertise: You hold a Master’s Degree in Education with at least 3 years of successful experience in math instruction.
• Certified Specialist: You possess valid Missouri Certification with an endorsement in Elementary K-6, 5-9 Math, or 9-12 Mathematics.  
• Adult Learning Advocate: You have a proven track record of working with adult learners, including experience in coaching, designing, and facilitating professional development.
• Analytical Mindset: You can look at student performance data and help teachers pivot their instruction to close gaps in real-time.
• Collaborative Leader: You possess strong human relations skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities across different school sites.

Your Impact (Key Duties)

• Maintain Curricular Integrity: Build teacher capacity to deliver high-quality math materials, ensuring students engage with grade-level rigor and complex problem-solving.
• Student-Centered Coaching: Improve student numeracy through professional development, modeling best practices in the classroom, and collaborative lesson planning.
• Evidence-Based Methodologies: Share and implement instructional strategies that move beyond rote memorization toward deep conceptual understanding.
• Data-Driven Intervention: Understand, evaluate, and share numeracy data in collaboration with the Content Manager to modify curriculum and assessments.
• MTSS Implementation: Apply Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) practices to help teachers and specialists use adaptive teaching and interventions for a diverse group of scholars.
• Strategic Communication: Work closely with the Math Content Manager to ensure all district math initiatives and mandates are implemented with excellence.

Your Leadership Partners

• Primary Support:  Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction

The Logistics of Your Success

• Classification: Certified Staff | Teachers Contract Day Work Calendar.
• Duration: 1-Year Federally Funded Position (2026-2027 School Year).
• Stipend: An additional 10-day stipend will be paid in one sum upon completion of all assigned duties.
• Salary: Based on the Teacher Salary Schedule.

The FFSD Advantage: Total Rewards & Support

We don't just hire coaches; we invest in the catalysts of progress.

• Health & Heart: 100% district-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, plus access to our Ferg-Flor Care district health clinic for your wellness.
• Time to Recharge & Recover: Enjoy 10 designated sick days and 3 personal days to ensure you stay at your peak during this high-impact year.
• Future Planning: Participation in the PSRS retirement system and district-provided Life Insurance.
• Leadership Development: Gain prestigious district-level experience that prepares you for future roles in curriculum coordination and educational leadership.

About Our Schools

The Ferguson-Florissant School District is committed to a "New Chapter" where math success is a reality for every student. We are fiercely committed to supporting our teachers so they can inspire the next generation of engineers, scientists, and critical thinkers. Join us for this intensive year of growth!

Hiring Timeline

• Application Deadline: April 29, 2026

Ready to calculate the next level of student success? Join our fantastic team today!

Salary : $43,000 - $71,946