Academic Math Coach and Testing Coordinator (704)
Academic Math Coach and Testing Coordinator (704)
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Job Description
Work Location:East High School
Contract Days:185 Days
FTE:1.0
FLSA Status:Exempt
Salary: Certified Schedule #19
Benefits:Eligible
Priority Screen Date:End of day on 07/27/2025
Anticipated Start Date:08/12/2025
JOB SUMMARY
District Math Coaches have specialized knowledge of mathematics research effective instructional strategies and varied assessment practices. Coaches support the district schools teams and individual educators to successfully meet high standards and to increase student achievement. As a collaborative partner coaches provide ongoing differentiated and job embedded professional learning.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Valid Professional Utah Secondary Educator License and a Math Level 4 endorsement a valid Educator License and Math endorsement from another state that is transferrable to Utah or will complete a teaching program prior to the contract start date that will lead to a Professional Utah Secondary Educator License and a Math Level 4 endorsement.
- Professional communication skills including but not limited to: excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; confident articulate and professional speaking abilities; and empathic listening and persuasive speaking skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Thorough understanding of mathematics including the developmental stages and/or standards for appropriate age and grade levels.
- Knowledge of the Utah Core State Standards and Common Core State Standards for Mathematics.
- Knowledge of research in mathematics pedagogy best practices curriculum and data.
- Demonstrates excellence in teaching and learning and the ability to model effective strategies.
- Experience working with diverse student populations.
- Experience working in collaborative groups in varied roles.
- Experience participating in Professional Learning Communities.
- Ability to communicate effectively with district personnel school administrators and teachers.
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience building collaborative/cooperative relationships.
- Understanding of the value of data and appropriate use of assessment strategies and tools to support teachers in meeting student needs.
- Experience working with adult learners and/or facilitating professional learning.
- ESL endorsement or ability to earn one within four years.
- Willingness and ability to reflect on personal practice and adjust when needed.
- Ability to effectively use technology for various purposes including teaching mathematics.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Guides other educators in collecting understanding analyzing and interpreting student generated data and using those findings to improve instruction.
- Build collective capacity by engaging teachers in coherent and on-going professional learning that supports continuous growth of pedagogical content knowledge in math education.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with district personnel school administrators and teachers and education stakeholders.
- Maintains regular and predictable attendance for fulfilling job requirements efficiently and effectively.
- Willingness and ability to attend and supervise activities events and meetings outside of normal work hours on a regular basis.
- Provide job-embedded professional learning which includes collaborative strategic planning goalsetting around improving pedagogy student-centered data collection and teacher-centered reflective practice.
- Work as a learning partner with reflective practice using knowledge of current content and pedagogical research to empower teachers as expert practitioners.
- Build capacity in individuals as change agents for site-based shifts in coherent accessible three-dimensional math instruction for all students.
- Utilize a cohort model of collaborative learning designed by the District math department and supported by the coach.
- Adapts and improves practice based on reflection and new learning.
- Engages in learning experiences to enhance self and support others.
- Participates actively in decision-making processes while building a shared culture that affects the school and larger educational community.
- Advocates for the learner the school the community and the profession.
- Is responsible for compliance with federal and state laws State Board of Education administrative rules state assessment polices Salt Lake City School District board policies and supervisory directives.
- Is responsible for compliance with all requirements of State Board of Education Rule R277-530 Utah Effective Educator Standards at all levels to teacher development.
- Is responsible for compliance with all requirements of State Board of Education Rule R277-515 Utah Educator Professional Standards.
- Maintain professional workplace etiquette and represents the department/district in a professional manner; communicate effectively and efficiently with diverse groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and positive working relationships with co-workers students parents and other district employees.
- Demonstrates adaptability and understanding of cultural differences in working in a diverse environment while coping with stressful situations related to students and maintaining confidentiality.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or required to ensure the efficient and effective operations of the school.
WORK ENVIRONMENT& PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Risks found in the typical work environment which is adequately lighted heated and ventilated e.g. safe use of office equipment avoiding trips and falls observing fire regulations.
- Typically the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work: however there may be some walking standing bending carrying light items etc
The Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment and its services programs and activities.
To request reasonable accommodation contact usatHuman Resource Services - Salt Lake City School District ()or call .
Non-Discrimination Statement
No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age color disability gender gender identity genetic information national origin pregnancy race religion sex sexual orientation or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs services and employment including its policies complaint processes program accessibility district facility use accommodations and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code including scouting groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination harassment and retaliation: Tina Hatch Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator 440 East 100 South Salt Lake City Utah 84111 . You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights Denver CO .
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
