Elementary Math Specialist - District Wide (26-27 SY)-Curriculum and Instruction

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

ELEMENTARY MATH SPECIALIST

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt

FUNDING SOURCE: Local

PAY GRADE: Teacher

REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction

DUTY DAYS: 187 8

DEPARTMENT: Curriculum and Instruction

DATE REVISED: 03/2024

This position is eligible for a Chapter 21 Contract

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Assist in the overall improvement of the instructional program by supporting/coaching teachers in planning for instruction, modeling lessons, utilizing district curriculum and resources, and analyzing data; to write, revise, and align the written curriculum for the instructional program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s Degree required
Valid Texas Teacher's Certificate in assigned content area
Valid Texas Bilingual and/or ESL - preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of curriculum, assessment, and instruction including planning and facilitating professional learning.
Knowledge of and keen ability to model quality instructional techniques and strategies.
Knowledge of processes and practices of collaborative teams within a professional learning community
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience in presenting school-based and district-wide professional development.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a complex and diverse school system.
Knowledge of Texas Assessment Program (STAAR), district curriculum, and Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills.
Demonstrate deep knowledge of the assigned core content and differentiated instruction within the content area.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Texas Accountability System, RtI process, Special Services and Advanced Academics to be able to guide teachers within departments.
Ability to model instructional techniques/strategies.
Strong and effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Minimum Experience :

Five years of successful classroom experience delivering core content in the corresponding content area.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Instructional Responsibilities:

Leadership Responsibilities

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control and objectivity under stress. Perform tasks with frequent interruptions. Prolonged and careful attention to detail. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. May require in-district travel. Prolonged use of computer. Bending, stretching, light lifting of boxes of supplies and materials. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

Safety: Perform all duties in a safe and responsible manner. Observe all safety precautions. Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.