K - 5 Math Specialist (Part Time)
About The Position
La Scuola International School seeks a part-time math specialist to support elementary and middle school students’ math skills and conceptual understanding. The specialist works with small groups and, as needed, whole classes, while collaborating with school leaders, learning specialists, and teachers to support student learning and academic success. The role supports a creative, positive math program that emphasizes mathematical reasoning, multiple strategies, authentic problems, real-world and computational contexts, hands-on learning, and interdisciplinary connections. The position is 50% and reports dually to the Director of Student Support & Counseling and a Division Head.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, mathematics education, computer science, or a related field.
- At least three years of elementary math teaching experience.
- Experience designing and implementing inquiry-based, constructivist, or project-based mathematics curriculum.
- Strong understanding of mathematics pedagogy, assessment practices, and differentiation strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to support diverse learners in mixed-age and mixed-ability settings.
- Knowledge of educational technology and current trends in mathematics education.
- Passion for sharing mathematics with students and colleagues.
Nice To Haves
- An advanced degree is strongly preferred.
- Elementary math teaching experience in an independent or IB school setting is preferred.
- Strong relational skills with students, families, and colleagues.
- Ability to remain calm, grounded, and reflective during moments of student dysregulation.
- Collaborative, flexible, and solution-oriented mindset.
- Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
- Commitment to inclusion, equity, and whole-child development.
Responsibilities
- Support development and implementation of inquiry-based, conceptually rich mathematics curriculum aligned with IB standards.
- Teach small-group and, as needed, whole-class math instruction in mixed-age and mixed-ability classes across grades K–8.
- Collaborate with faculty to integrate mathematics into interdisciplinary, theme-based units.
- Design hands-on, problem-based learning experiences informed by current mathematics pedagogy.
- Support teachers in identifying resources and strategies for inquiry-based math learning; deliver model lessons, observe teachers, provide feedback, and collaborate on ideas.
- Use technology thoughtfully to enhance conceptual understanding and engagement.
- Collaborate with teachers on diagnostic and benchmark assessments to identify student strengths and barriers to learning.
- Design and implement research-based math interventions for individuals and small groups based on assessment results.
- Differentiate instruction, strategies, activities, materials, and equipment based on assessment data and learner needs.
- Monitor student progress and communicate growth through written narratives and conferences.
- Partner with classroom teachers, learning specialists, and administrators to coordinate student support.
- Participate in student support meetings, weekly faculty meetings, other meetings as needed, and professional learning activities.
- Support semester math narratives and participate in parent-teacher conferences as needed.
- Present at Back-to-School Night and other community events.
- Serve as an advisor or mentor for PYP Exhibition or Middle School advisory, as appropriate.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
