Math-0-Rama Coach

Lansing School District • Lansing, MI

16d

About The Position

Lansing School District is seeking Math-0-Rama Coaches to prepare 5th-grade students for two districtwide mathematics competitions during the school day. Math-0-Rama is a mathematics enrichment program that gives students opportunities to apply math skills, solve challenging problems, work as a team, and represent their schools. Activities may include mental math and computation, problem-solving, real-world shopping and money applications, and mathematical strategy, with both individual and team challenges.

Coaches lead required after-school practice sessions and may also practice with students during the day if needed. The district provides competition guidelines and some practice materials; coaches are expected to develop additional practice items and may lead multiple teams in different school divisions. The first meet is planned for the end of January and the second for May. Coaches attend both meets and assist with supervision and event responsibilities, including scoring as assigned. The role runs from November 2026 through May 2027, with hours varying according to schedule.

Requirements

• Ability to create an encouraging environment that promotes confidence, collaboration, and perseverance.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Availability to attend all scheduled practice sessions and both competitions.

Nice To Haves

• State teaching certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare students to compete effectively in two districtwide Math-0-Rama meets.
• Organize and lead engaging, structured practice sessions focused on competition skills and strategies.
• Use district-provided competition guidelines and practice materials, and create additional practice items.
• Help students develop accuracy, fluency, confidence, critical thinking, mathematical reasoning, problem-solving strategies, and teamwork.
• Create a positive, supportive environment that encourages perseverance, good sportsmanship, and healthy competition.
• Coordinate student participation and communicate with families, school administrators, and district program coordinators as needed.
• Attend both daytime meets and assist with event activities, supervision, and scoring as assigned.
• Be present for all scheduled practice sessions and competitions.

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