Math Coach - Powhatan High School

This is a 193 day/7.5 hour (formerly 200 day/7.25 hour) position.

Job Title: Instructional Coach (Mathematics)

FLSA Status: Exempt Employment Status: Non-Classified

License Required:     Yes  (DOE)

Reports to: High School Principal(s)

Summary

The Instructional Coach (Mathematics) will have a passion for math education, the ability to work with students at various math levels, and a commitment to fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.  The Instructional Coach will provide support, guidance, and professional development to teachers, focusing on evidence-based instructional practices, curriculum implementation, and data-driven decision making. The coach will also be responsible for coordinating, developing, implementing, and monitoring math curriculum.  The Instructional Coach will work collaboratively with the Mathematics Instructional Specialist to enhance the quality of mathematics instruction and improve student achievement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

• Provide direct support to the classroom teacher by coaching and modeling effective instructional practices
• Collaborate with the building level administration, building level staff, and district level Mathematics Instructional Specialist in the development and implementation of programs and strategies for the improvement of student achievement in mathematics.
• Provide building level leadership and support to teachers and paraprofessionals to increase their content knowledge in mathematics and to teach new instructional strategies through consultations with teachers and by modeling lessons in teachers’ classrooms.
• Collaborate with teachers to review and further develop mathematics curriculum materials, pacing guides and instructional plans to enhance the success of students and teachers.
• Assist with the review and identification of instructional materials, managing adoption of new textbook materials in accordance with county guidelines and procedures, and providing staff development opportunities for teachers and administrators based upon textbook implementation.
• Develop and present ongoing professional development opportunities for teachers based on identified needs at the assigned school.
• Engage in research-based professional development to stay abreast of current best practices in instruction and support teachers in implementing learned practices.
• Monitor various forms of documentation and records regarding mathematics instruction and student performance.
• Use data to make instructional decisions related to curriculum and instruction; monitor and assess student, teacher, school and division performance. 
• Disaggregate data to provide ongoing assessment of student achievement. 
• Recommend and implement improvements to curriculum, instruction and   assessment based on-going analysis of results.
• Visit classrooms for teaching support and consultation; monitors instructional programs in the schools; conducts routine assessment of the effectiveness of specified instructional area instruction programs.
• Supports the principal with ensuring accurate implementation of district expectations for instruction in the area of math.
• Assist in mentoring new teachers by providing assistance in developing and implementing the mathematics program.
• Adhere to policies and regulations as outlined in federal and state laws and School Board Policies and Procedures.

• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the superintendent, or designee.

Qualifications

Master’s Degree  with a concentration in Mathematics or a Mathematics Specialist endorsement preferred.

Minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching experience in which the teaching of mathematics was an important responsibility. 

Postgraduate Professional License. 

Language Skills

Ability to:

• read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  
• write routine reports and correspondence.  
• to speak effectively before groups of parents or the public.
• deliver articulate oral presentations and well written communication.
• to react positively and effectively with parents, students, teachers, administrators and the community.

Reasoning/Other Abilities

Ability to:

• apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one-or two-step instructions. 
• deal with standardized situations with and without variables. 
• demonstrate an understanding of job tasks.
• effectively manage time and demonstrate organizational skills. 
• model effective teaching and assessment strategies and techniques.

Physical Demands

Work involves limited physical tasks and may involve operation of office equipment.  Above-average amount of walking, bending, standing, stooping, and lifting in a classroom environment.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Evaluation

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of licensed personnel. 

Salary : $54,875 - $82,319