T26/27 MATH INTERVENTIONIST (Dept. of Teaching & Learning)

Arlington Public Schools•Arlington, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is a 1.0 FTE located at Syphax Education Center - Department of Teaching and Learning for SY27. The Mathematics Interventionist works under the direction of the K-12 Mathematics Supervisor and with another Mathematics Specialist in coordinating the countywide program of mathematics instruction.

Requirements

Experience with supporting mathematics instruction with diverse populations.
Possession of or eligible for a Postgraduate Professional Certificate.
Five years of recent successful mathematics teaching or coaching experience.
K-8 Mathematics Specialist Certification (in progress or completed).
Knowledge of Virginia Mathematics Standards of Learning & Process Goals, and NCTM Standards of Mathematical Proficiency.
Familiarity with and knowledge of elementary mathematics supplemental resources.
Familiarity with and knowledge of the K-8 mathematics program and knowledge of the recent reform efforts and latest research in mathematics education.
Familiarity with the management of an electronic formative assessment system.
Knowledge of and leadership in Professional Learning Communities.
Demonstrated leadership qualities as a member of a school staff; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form, with professional colleagues, staffs, students, and parents.
Leadership in mathematics professional learning.
Demonstrated proficiency with technology, including computer software appropriate to mathematics instruction and for data management and analysis.

Nice To Haves

Dual endorsement in English as a Second Language and/or Special Education, or in any other content area, is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assists teachers, principals, the other mathematics specialist, and the mathematics supervisor in mathematics program development.
Works with the math supervisor and the other mathematics specialist to provide staff development and support to the math coaches in the schools.
Assists teachers in implementing an effective classroom mathematics program upon administrative recommendation.
Plans and works cooperatively with core disciplines and with ESOL/HILT, Title I, Gifted, Minority Achievement, and Special Education offices to support joint initiatives.
Demonstrating teaching strategies and methods.
Developing differentiated daily and long range plans with teachers.
Developing organizational and flexible grouping procedures with teachers.
Assists in developing and implementing initiatives to further increase parental knowledge and involvement in their children’s mathematics education.
Assists in planning and conducting professional learning opportunities; provides regular assistance to elementary classroom teachers in implementing ideas and techniques gained through the learning opportunities.
Assists elementary teachers in integrating effective uses of technology that support best practices in their teaching of mathematics at all levels.
Supports elementary teachers and administrators in the preparation and monitoring of students for SOL tests and other countywide testing in mathematics.
Plans with schools and provides support to more effectively implement SOL intervention and remediation plans.
Participates with staff in the evaluation of the instructional program.
Plans, coordinates, and implements the elementary mathematics summer school program.
Facilitates communication among elementary and middle school teachers to ensure the continuity of the curriculum.
Provides leadership for the mathematics lead teachers and coaches.
Provides leadership for elementary teachers to implement the APS mathematics curriculum.
Manages the mathematics formative assessment program, including: creating and modifying assessments, performing data analysis, and assisting teachers, math coaches, and administrators with planning instructional responses based on the results.
Collaborate with the Office of Special Education to manage math intervention programs (i.e. FASTT Math, Do the Math).