Math Instructional Strategist

Salary Range:Specialist

Length of Contract:12 months

Deadline for application:Applications will be accepted until the position is filled

Starting Date:School Year

College transcripts three references and a copy of appropriate credentials should also be submitted during the application process.

Prior to employment the District will request a criminal record history check for past action of crimes. For this reason information about date of birth gender and race is requested as a part of the application process.

The district reserves the right to make changes to the job posting/description as necessary to meet the districts needs

JOB DESCRIPTION

Math Instructional Strategist

Primary Purpose:
The Math Instructional Strategist position aims to improve student achievement in mathematics through the vertical alignment and articulation of K12 math standards. This role emphasizes responsiveness to data designing and modeling lessons providing coaching to strengthen instructional capacity and content knowledge promoting the implementation of researchbased best practices and creating systems and structures to move learning forward. The strategist collaborates with instructional leaders specialists teachers and administrators to ensure alignment with K12 math standards and best practices in math instruction. With a proven track record of improving student achievement the strategist exemplifies the power of selfefficacy to promote optimal levels of collective efficacy. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement the Math Instructional Strategist helps create equitable learning opportunities that close achievement gaps and ensure all students are prepared for future academic success.

Reporting Structure: This role reports to the Executive Director of Secondary Education

Salary Scale: Specialist

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Instructional Leadership:

• Collaborate with elementary and secondary school educators to improve instructional practices and student outcomes in mathematics.

• Analyze aggregate and disaggregate student performance data to identify trends gaps and areas of need.

• Develop and implement targeted datadriven strategies to support differentiated small group lessons and interventions.

• Use indepth knowledge of K12 math standards to guide curriculum alignment and instructional planning.

• Develop responsive instructional programs and support structures aligned to MTSS.

• Partner with school administration to design and evaluate schoolbased structures that will fuel increased math achievement and understanding for all students.

• Routinely engage with Educator Effectiveness teams to provide deep onboarding support for novice or alternatively certified math teachers.

• Model effective math lessons in classroom settings to demonstrate best practices for engaging and impactful instruction.

• Assist teachers in effectively using instructional materials and resources to support diverse learners.

• Provide coaching support through classroom observations constructive feedback and personalized professional development.

• Facilitate data meetings and professional learning communities to foster collaboration and continuous improvement among staff.

• Monitor and track the effectiveness of interventions and instructional strategies ensuring alignment with student achievement goals.

• Stay current on researchbased practices and emerging trends in math education to inform strategies and recommendations.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Leadership Competencies

• PLANFUL

Invests time in planning discovery and reflection. Engages in active mindfulness to identify and adjust mental shortcuts. Seeks out the perspectives and experiences of others to test assumptions. Proactively anticipates and plans for the reactions of others multiple outcomes potential issues and trends.

• DECISION MAKING AND PROBLEMSOLVING

Simplifies complex problems using critical thinking to evaluate issues gather information incorporate multiple perspectives understand causes and identify bestpossible solutions. Invests time in planning discovery and reflection to drive better decisions and more efficient implementations. Adopts an audiencecentric approach understanding the audiences needs and incorporating them as appropriate into the decision.

• LEARNING FOCUSED

Continuously seeks opportunities to learn displays curiosity demonstrates an ability to operate in uncertainty questions the applicability of past approaches in the current environment owns growth persists when faced with obstacles and embraces failure and mistakes as a learning opportunity by being open to feedback and constructive criticism.

• EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT

Demonstrates selfawareness in identifying their emotions understanding triggers and choosing their behavior. Recognizes when their own biases may be impacting their decisions. Seeks understanding and empathizing with others emotions needs and perspectives to guide their interactions.

• DATA LITERATE

Leverages multiple data sources to challenge assumptions and make datainformed decisions by identifying analyzing and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data to develop insights based on an understanding of organizational context and uses data to tell a story and influence key players.

• ACCOUNTABLE

Takes ownership of positive or negative outcomes without blaming others within the team or crossfunctionally recognizing when they are not approaching a situation with accountability but instead with a blame mindset. Takes accountability for assigned tasks and executes on deliverables promptly.

Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in both elementary and secondary school math instruction.

• Proven track record of success in improving student achievement and closing performance gaps in mathematics.

• Exceptional skills in data analysis interpretation and application for instructional planning.

• Expertise in differentiated instruction small group interventions and scaffolding techniques.

• Strong understanding of K12 math standards and their application across grade levels.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and collaboration with teachers and administrators.

• Experience in modeling lessons and providing coaching support to educators with varying levels of expertise.

• Familiarity with instructional materials and technology tools that enhance math instruction.

Education and Certification:

• Bachelors degree in Education or a related field (required).

• Masters degree in Education Curriculum and Instruction Administration or a related field (preferred).

• State certification as a teacher (required) with an advanced certification or specialization (e.g. National Board Certification) being a plus.

• Ongoing professional development in teaching methods leadership or educational technologies is preferred.

Experience:

• At least 57 years of successful teaching experience with a proven track record of student achievement.

• Previous experience in coaching math interventions or leadership roles within a school or educational setting is highly desirable.

• Experience in curriculum development instructional design coaching and teacher professional development is preferred.

Work Environment:

The Math Instructional Strategist may work in various school or district locations. A significant amount of time is spent observing instruction providing feedback analyzing/responding to data coaching modeling lessons creating instructional materials participating in PLCs leading professional development sessions and collaborating with the district instructional teams teachers administrators and other educational staff. The role may require evening or weekend work for school events professional development activities or community engagement initiatives.

Impact of the Role:

The impact of a Math Instructional Strategist is significant in transforming teaching and learning in mathematics. The strategist role directly influences academic achievement and longterm success by providing targeted support and fostering teacher and student growth. Key impact areas include improved student outcomes strengthened teacher practice vertical alignment/articulation of math standards enhanced use of data and sustainable systems and structures for continuous improvement.