Teacher - Mathematics Specialist

Stafford County Public Schools•Fredericksburg, VA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of Building Administrator and Mathematics Coordinator, the position will provide leadership and expertise in mathematics teaching to building level administers, staff members, and parents to improve student learning in mathematics.

Requirements

Master’s degree completing a graduate level approved mathematics specialist middle education preparation program
Hold a license in K-8 middle education and mathematics specialist endorsement preferred
Five (5) years of successful full-time 6-8 classroom teaching experience
Knowledge Mathematics content and identify/use appropriate pedagogical skills
Development of mathematical understanding and mathematical proficiency
Current theory and research based practices in mathematics instruction, current researched based mathematics curriculum programs and in a wide variety of assessment strategies
Standardized tests and procedures in developing intervention plans for diverse populations of students
Skills Relate positively with parents and community representatives
Abilities Assess individual needs and performance and to use the results to inform instructional planning
Develop and present high quality and in-depth mathematics professional development for teachers
Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals
Organize and perform work independently
Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects
Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work

Responsibilities

Support instruction of mathematics
Promote enhanced mathematics instruction and student learning by helping teachers develop more effective mathematics teaching practices that allow all students to reach high standards as well as sharing research addressing how students learn mathematics.
Provide building level leadership and support to teachers and paraprofessionals to increase their content knowledge in mathematics and facilitate teachers’ use of successful, research-based instructional strategies, including differentiated instruction for diverse learners through consultations with teachers and modeling lessons in teacher's classrooms.
Collaborate with teachers to review and further develop mathematics curriculum maps, pacing guides, and instructional plans to enhance the success of students and teachers.
Coordinate the review process and then the implementation of division standards-based and problem-based instructional materials that are grounded in contextual and concrete learning experiences.
Plan and coordinate the implementation of opportunities for parent participation in mathematics.
Support the professional growth of middle school mathematics teachers by strengthening classroom teachers’ understanding of math content.
Engage in research-based professional development and apply learned professional development practices by monitoring various forms of documentation and records regarding mathematics instruction and learning.
Provide leadership and consultation services in the assessment of mathematics to identify students who are at risk as well as those students who may be gifted in mathematics.
Provide sustained mentoring for new teachers by providing assistance in developing and implementing their mathematics program.
Analyze test data to improve mathematics instruction
Analyze student test scores (SOL and VARDT) and collaborate with classroom teachers to identify students in grades 6,7, and 8 who may qualify for intervention services based on state guidelines.
Use the ARDT (Algebra Readiness Diagnostic Test) to assess students and to identify their weaknesses and to posttest students and assess their growth and/or need for additional intervention.
Collaborate with the building level administrator to plan a schedule for working with students who are participating in the Algebra Readiness Intervention Program.
Use the information from the VARDT to design and implement an individual learning plan for each student who is being remediated. This plan will ensure that students participating in the Algebra Readiness Intervention Program receive an additional 2.5 hours of mathematics instruction during the week as required in the state guidelines
Collaborate with the building level administration, building level staff, and district level Secondary Mathematics Coordinator in the development and implementation of programs (such as, intervention, enrichment, etc) and strategies for the improvement of student achievement in mathematics.
Analyze student assessment data and use the results to design and coordinate the implication of appropriate intervention strategies.
Support and demonstrate core values of Stafford County Public Schools
Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
Respond promptly and thoroughly to written and oral requests for information.
Maintain a clean, neat appearance, appropriate to position.
Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
Work in close harmony with colleagues, supervisors, and co-workers.
Comply with all District and School policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality.
Perform other related duties as required/assigned.