School-Based State Mathematics Coach

State of Maryland•Kent, MD

9d•$53•Hybrid

About The Position

The School Based State Mathematics Coach plays a critical role in improving K-8 mathematics instruction and outcomes by providing non-evaluative support through job-embedded instructional coaching grounded in the evidence-based mathematics instructional practices in alignment with high-quality instructional materials (HQIM). The coach strengthens teachers' capacity to deliver systematic and visible math instruction aligned to grade level content standards. The coach supports the implementation of Maryland's Comprehensive PreK-12 Math Policy by promoting coherent mathematics instruction across grade levels, strengthening Tier I mathematics instruction, and helping teachers internalize units and lessons aligned to evidence based practices. The coach advances the Maryland State Department of Education Strategic Plan, Pillar 3 by leading improvements in mathematics proficiency through recurring coaching cycles, targeted feedback, data driven instructional decision making, and professional learning aligned to state mathematics priorities. Working collaboratively with teachers, school leaders, and district staff, the coach ensures that all students in K-8 receive consistent, research aligned mathematics instruction that prepares them to meet grade level expectations and achieve long term success.

Requirements

A Master’s degree or the equivalent of 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureate coursework in mathematics, STEM, education or a related area from an accredited college or university.
Four years of administrative or teaching experience in or affiliated with mathematics programs in prekindergarten through 12 settings or related areas.
One year of teaching experience in a Kindergarten through 8th Grade Mathematics Education Program.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Kindergarten through 8th Grade mathematics programs and curriculum.
Experience in teaching environments as an Instructional Coach, Mathematics Department Chair, or Administrator that supported Mathematics Instruction.
Experience aligning Instruction to Maryland College and Career Ready Standards and Frameworks for Mathematics and Knowledge of college and career readiness pathways, standards, trends, regulations, policies, and issues related to mathematics and STEM fields of study.
Experience implementing, monitoring, evaluating, and providing high quality and service level-based support and technical assistance for education programs including professional learning aligned to research-based math instructional practices.
Experience collaborating with diverse communities and organizations for the purpose of implementing programs and strategies.
Developing and delivering research based and best-in-class professional development programs.

Responsibilities

Provide non-evaluative, job-embedded coaching to strengthen mathematics instruction aligned with Maryland's Mathematics Policy.
Support teachers in delivering systematic, mathematics instruction that guides students’ development of conceptual understanding and procedural fluency.
Deliver professional learning aligned to evidence-based mathematics instruction and HQIM implementation.
Model systematic mathematics instructional practices through co-teaching, lesson modeling, and elbow coaching.
Conduct observations and walkthroughs and provide targeted, specific feedback.
Support teachers in administering and interpreting standard aligned assessments to identify and implement appropriate interventions.
Lead collaborative planning for unit and lesson internalization focused on math content.
Document evidence of mathematics instruction implementation utilizing the MSDE tools.
Engage in ongoing professional learning in mathematics research, instruction, and coaching.
Collaborate with MSDE leadership, Regional Coordinator of Mathematics coaching, and state coaches to align mathematics initiatives across schools and regions.