Alabama Math, Science and Technology (AMSTI) Secondary Math Specialist

Athens State University•Athens, AL

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About The Position

In addition to adhering to the general staff guidelines as specified by the AMSTI Director, the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the In-service Center Director, and the State Board of Education, duties will include. Future employment is contingent upon AMSTI funding. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Professional Learning: Facilitate and/or participate in professional learning for teachers and/or administrators based on assignments and/or LEA needs, including online options Assist AMSTI-ALSDE in developing and maintaining standardized, pre-approved professional learning opportunities and supporting resources for AMSTI and/or for the ALSDE, including online options, and submit them to ALSDE for approval Provide ongoing professional learning to AMSTI lead teachers, certified AMSTI facilitators, and instructional coaches Assist IHEs with planning and conducting preservice education, continuing education, and outreach activities Participate in AMSTI professional learning activities and staff meetings conducted by the ALSDE and site director, unless prior approval for absence is granted Educator Support: Provide frequent, ongoing support and coaching to teachers, AMSTI lead teachers, certified AMSTI facilitators, coaches, and/or administrators based on assignments and/or LEA needs (in situations where the specialist is leading the classroom or team-teaching, the classroom teacher must always be present) Assist AMSTI teachers in effectively using common planning time and Professional Learning Communities to improve instruction Assist in recruiting new AMSTI teachers and/or facilitators Research the effects of current math, science, and/or technology practices in AMSTI classrooms, as requested by the AMSTI-ALSDE Coordinate work through the AMSTI Site Director, collaborate with other specialists, and communicate with all stakeholders Achieve and maintain proficiency in all standards, pedagogical content knowledge, and AMSTI lessons and practices through AMSTI-ALSDE and approved outside professional learning opportunities, based on the requirements Instructional Resources: Work with general and materials managers to make site-level decisions based on teacher needs and requests Provide feedback to the AMSTI-ALSDE regarding the customization of kits and resources to make them teacher and classroom-friendly General Duties: Maintain records (including financial) and complete paperwork in a timely manner, utilizing structures in Monday.com Participate in the development, maintenance, and promotion of AMSTI resources according to the resource development and PR guidelines Communicate with AMSTI Site Director/PI and AMSTI-ALSDE in advance regarding plans for retirement or resignation (under normal circumstances, a minimum of six-month advance notice is requested) Specialist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, those listed in all categories above; specialists may be required to perform other duties as assigned by the AMSTI Site Director or AMSTI-ALSDE

Requirements

Valid Alabama Teachers' Certification required
Bachelor's degree in Elementary with middle school mathematics endorsement or Secondary Education required
At least 5 years of teaching experience in an Alabama public middle or high school required
Experience in the 6-12 grade range is required
AMSTI training at the secondary level in MATH is required
Clear status with FBI and ABI fingerprinting process
Knowledge of PC systems and a variety of software
Skill in time and project management
Valid Driver's License
Ability to communicate effectively, including oral, written, and interpersonal skills
Ability to bring creative and innovative solutions to problems and demonstrate a commitment to teamwork and service
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
Ability to move a minimum of 25 pounds
Ability to ascend and/or descend a ladder to access materials in the AMSTI warehouse
Ability to move self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and/or confined spaces
Ability to remain in a stationary position, such as standing and/or sitting, for a prolonged period of time
Occasionally performs duties that require low postures such as crouching, kneeling, and/or stooping.
Ability to adjust or move up to 25 pounds
Frequently communicates with others to exchange information
Frequently tasked with repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, such as operating a computer and other office productivity machinery
Operates a motor vehicle when needed
Frequently tasked with using near vision for the use of the computer and reading small print
Occasionally exposed to noisy environments
Occasionally works outdoors

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or higher in Education preferred
AMSTI MATH trainer certification preferred

Responsibilities

Facilitate and/or participate in professional learning for teachers and/or administrators based on assignments and/or LEA needs, including online options
Assist AMSTI-ALSDE in developing and maintaining standardized, pre-approved professional learning opportunities and supporting resources for AMSTI and/or for the ALSDE, including online options, and submit them to ALSDE for approval
Provide ongoing professional learning to AMSTI lead teachers, certified AMSTI facilitators, and instructional coaches
Assist IHEs with planning and conducting preservice education, continuing education, and outreach activities
Participate in AMSTI professional learning activities and staff meetings conducted by the ALSDE and site director, unless prior approval for absence is granted
Provide frequent, ongoing support and coaching to teachers, AMSTI lead teachers, certified AMSTI facilitators, coaches, and/or administrators based on assignments and/or LEA needs
Assist AMSTI teachers in effectively using common planning time and Professional Learning Communities to improve instruction
Assist in recruiting new AMSTI teachers and/or facilitators
Research the effects of current math, science, and/or technology practices in AMSTI classrooms, as requested by the AMSTI-ALSDE
Coordinate work through the AMSTI Site Director, collaborate with other specialists, and communicate with all stakeholders
Achieve and maintain proficiency in all standards, pedagogical content knowledge, and AMSTI lessons and practices through AMSTI-ALSDE and approved outside professional learning opportunities, based on the requirements
Work with general and materials managers to make site-level decisions based on teacher needs and requests
Provide feedback to the AMSTI-ALSDE regarding the customization of kits and resources to make them teacher and classroom-friendly
Maintain records (including financial) and complete paperwork in a timely manner, utilizing structures in Monday.com
Participate in the development, maintenance, and promotion of AMSTI resources according to the resource development and PR guidelines
Communicate with AMSTI Site Director/PI and AMSTI-ALSDE in advance regarding plans for retirement or resignation