EPR - Math Counts - MS
About The Position
MATHCOUNTS is a math club for students in grades 6-8. Students use the national organization’s materials to enrich their mathematical skills through application and problem-solving strategies. The goal of this position is to foster a greater interest in mathematics and problem-solving by providing opportunities to broaden students' appreciation for the subject and to develop a growing and competitive MATHCOUNTS team for South Fayette Middle School. This is an extra-curricular activity open to all middle-level students that will provide math enrichment and a new way to promote problem-solving skills. It will offer ways to apply and extend mathematical knowledge and foster self-confidence and positive peer relationships.
Requirements
- Strong mathematical knowledge and critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Must demonstrate a willingness and ability to cultivate and extend students’ appreciation and knowledge of mathematical and problem-solving skills
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular meetings/practice sessions of the MATHCOUNTS team
- Provide mathematics instruction spanning various topics and grade levels as dictated through various MATHCOUNTS materials
- Recruit MATHCOUNTS team members
- Prepare MATHCOUNTS team members for competition; familiarize team members with format and rules of competition
- Keep accurate and current attendance and demographic records of team members
- Create/maintain a Canvas Course dedicated to team business and housing practice materials
- Work closely with MATHCOUNTS Organization and Assistant Coach to plan and implement participation in regular practice sessions, mock competitions, and competitions
- Maintain open communication with parents/guardians of team members
- Maintain open communication with sixth, seventh, and eighth grade team members to provide notification of club activities
- Monitor meetings, dismissal and pick-up activity at the end of each practice session
- Accompany team members to all competitions
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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