Math Specialist

West Oak Lane Charter School • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

West Oak Lane Charter School is seeking a Math Specialist to support school-wide mathematics goals by assisting teachers and students, and working directly with the Director of Mathematics. The role supports implementation of mathematics curricula for grades K–8 and collaborates with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction to promote data-driven instruction, design and implement interventions, administer assessments, collect data, and monitor student progress.

The Math Specialist supports teachers in strengthening their implementation of mathematics curricula and improving student proficiency across mathematics strands. The position includes demonstration lessons, work with individual and small groups of teachers and students in regular classroom settings, student intervention sessions, and professional development for staff. The specialist also reviews assessment results to identify strengths and weaknesses that can inform classroom instruction and targeted interventions, and maintains professional competence through appropriate professional growth activities.

Requirements

• Pennsylvania Instructional Certification.
• At least a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two to three years of satisfactory teaching experience in mathematics instruction.
• One to two years of instructional coaching experience.
• In-depth understanding and experience with mathematical principles, concepts, and instructional techniques.
• Ability to learn all components of the mathematics curricula for grades K–8.
• Knowledge of Pennsylvania Core Academic Content Standards for Math and evidence-based practices that promote student success.
• Knowledge of effective methods, principles, and practices of mathematics instruction.
• Ability to use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices.
• Ability to facilitate inquiry-based learning and whole-class, small-group, and individual instruction based on student needs.
• Strong presentation, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to plan and conduct professional development programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with instructional staff, administrators, and parents.

Nice To Haves

• Pennsylvania Middle Level Mathematics Certification (Instructional I or II) is recommended.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with classroom teachers to improve their proficiency in implementing mathematics curricula and to improve student proficiency across mathematics strands.
• Teach demonstration lessons and work with individual and small groups of teachers and students in regular classroom settings.
• Provide professional development to staff on effective mathematics instructional practices and data-driven instruction.
• Work with groups of students during the intervention period.
• Meet regularly with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction to debrief coaching sessions and share successes, concerns, and next steps.
• Assist in analyzing mathematics assessment results to identify strengths and weaknesses and focus classroom instruction or targeted interventions.
• Perform related work as required.
• Maintain professional competence through appropriate professional growth activities.

Benefits

• 7.5% retirement match
• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Culture of family and support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level