Instructional Math Coach

Vanguard Classical School•Aurora, CO

26d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Math Coach provides leadership and instructional support to strengthen Tier I mathematics instruction and intervention for students in grades K–8. The coach partners with teachers, support staff, and school leadership to improve instructional practices, implement evidence-based interventions, analyze student data, and ensure students receive targeted support to meet academic growth goals. The coach collaborates with school administration to evaluate and strengthen the mathematics program, supports school improvement initiatives, and provides feedback on the implementation and effectiveness of instruction and intervention. The role assesses student needs using district and state assessment data, develops and monitors individual math goals, coordinates intervention groups, and maintains accurate student progress records. The coach plans and co-plans lessons with teachers, models effective instructional practices, supports differentiation, and provides coaching cycles involving observation, feedback, reflection, and follow-up. The role also plans and facilitates professional learning, supports Professional Learning Communities, and guides intervention staff in instructional practices, progress monitoring, data collection, and intervention implementation. The coach works with teachers, specialists, support staff, and school leadership to coordinate student support and participates in MTSS, data, and grade-level meetings. The position reports to the Principal. The work calendar consists of four-day work weeks, Tuesday through Friday, plus one Monday per month for professional development. The role is classified as exempt. Employment is contingent on completing the required criminal background clearance process. Employees must provide documented evidence of identity and eligibility to work in the United States as required by law.

Requirements

Minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching experience.
Extensive knowledge of elementary mathematics instruction, intervention strategies, and best instructional practices aligned to the Colorado Academic Standards.
Strong understanding of assessment systems including CMAS, iReady, and other diagnostic and progress-monitoring tools.
Demonstrated ability to analyze student achievement data to drive instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
Strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
Experience planning and delivering professional learning for teachers.
Ability to build positive relationships with teachers, support staff, administrators, students, and families.
Knowledge of evidence-based mathematics instructional practices and intervention programs.
Ability to interpret multiple sources of student achievement data.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Effective communication and presentation skills.
Ability to coach adults through reflective practice and continuous improvement.
Commitment to equitable instructional practices and high expectations for all students.
Proficiency with educational technology and data management systems.
Ability to move throughout classrooms and school buildings.
Ability to occasionally lift instructional materials up to 25 pounds.
Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and computer use.

Nice To Haves

Valid Colorado Teaching License in Elementary Education or Secondary Mathematics preferred.
Three or more years of experience supporting math intervention or instructional coaching preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with school administration to evaluate and strengthen the mathematics program.
Provide regular feedback on the implementation and effectiveness of math instruction and intervention.
Support school improvement initiatives related to mathematics achievement.
Assess incoming students using district and state assessment data, including CMAS, iReady, and other screening tools.
Analyze student performance data to identify instructional needs and intervention placement.
Develop individual student math goals and monitor progress toward growth targets.
Maintain accurate records of student progress and intervention effectiveness.
Collaborate with teachers to identify students requiring additional math support.
Organize and adjust intervention groups based on student performance and ongoing assessment data.
Ensure interventions are evidence-based, data-driven, and responsive to student needs.
Monitor fidelity of intervention implementation.
Plan and co-plan lessons with grade-level teachers to strengthen mathematics instruction.
Model effective instructional practices and intervention strategies.
Support teachers in differentiating instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
Assist teachers in using assessment data to establish and monitor student growth goals.
Provide coaching cycles that include observation, feedback, reflection, and follow-up support.
Plan, facilitate, and support professional development focused on mathematics instruction, intervention, assessment, and data analysis.
Promote implementation of best instructional practices aligned to district curriculum and state standards.
Support collaborative Professional Learning Communities focused on continuous improvement.
Guide and coach support staff in effective instructional practices.
Train intervention staff on progress monitoring procedures, data collection, and intervention implementation.
Ensure intervention assistants consistently deliver high-quality small-group instruction.
Support intervention staff in maintaining accurate student progress records.
Work closely with classroom teachers, special education staff, English Language Development staff, support staff, and school leadership to coordinate student support.
Participate in MTSS, data, and grade-level team meetings.
Foster a collaborative culture focused on improving student achievement in mathematics.