Job Title/Position: Math Specialist-Middle School
Grade/Terms of Employment: 10.5 month contract
FLSA Status: Exempt
Posting Date: July 16, 2020
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary:Commensurate
Work Location: Vernon Johns Middle School
Immediate Supervisor: Director of Teaching and Learning

General Description
Petersburg City Public Schools (PCPS) is seeking an individual with a deep commitment to improving student achievement by providing remediation to struggling students in the area of mathematics. The math specialist will use the "push-in" and on occasion "pull-out" method of remediation to support students needing Tier II and Tier III interventions. The math specialist will also use all data sources to provide targeted, research-based strategies to improve mathematical skills of identified students. The math specialist will also be responsible for collecting and analyzing data to determine if intervention strategies are improving academic outcomes for students. The math specialist will work collaboratively with classroom teachers and division level staff to develop and plan remediation sessions aligned to state standards and student needs.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Requirement

?The applicant shall provide a transcript that specifies graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in education or closely related field of study.
?Master's degree is preferred. Credentials shall include, at the minimum, strong academic preparation in middle grades education with a concentration in mathematics; and/or an endorsement in grades 6-8, 4-8, or other combination of related endorsement(s) preferred. An endorsement as a math specialist is required for this position.
?Three to five years of experience as a classroom teacher is a requirement for this position.

Essential Job Functions

?Gathers, organizes, and interprets assessment data on identified students;
?Utilizes best practice instructional strategies and research-based intervention curriculum materials to meet the learning needs of identified students;
?Demonstrates a working knowledge and understanding of the Virginia Mathematics Standards of Learning (SOL) and school division's curricular requirements;
?Selects appropriate instructional materials to meet student needs and increase numeracy skills;
?Demonstrates a working knowledge of using mathematical techniques and resources to help students solve complex, multi-step problems and equations;
?Demonstrates a working knowledge of all the domains of mathematics found in the Virginia Mathematics Standards of Learning;
?Analyzes existing student achievement data and administers student assessments and monitoring instruments as needed to aid in progress monitoring of students;
?Maintains accurate student records and student progress data reports as required by district policy;
?Attends professional development opportunities;
?Stays abreast of current developments, research and new technology and intervention strategies designed to increase student learning;
?Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with school personnel;
?Promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect and courtesy and models professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions with co-workers, customers and clients;
?Follows division guidelines and policies.
?Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

?The math specialist performs complex professional work that includes planning, coordinating, organizing and analyzing assessment data to provide "push-in" and on occasion "pull-out" research-based interventions in the areas of mathematics for identified students in a Title I school.
?Assessment data to be used to identify students should include SOL, SGA, benchmark, division and school level diagnostic assessments and all other available school and division level data.
?Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Teaching and Learning.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for benefits.

Terms of Employment:
National Child Care Background Check
Tuberculosis Test
Fingerprinting

This description defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of this position. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Details:
All qualified candidates must submit the following by the closing date of this announcement:
1. Completed online application
2. Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
3. Must provide one (1) completed professional reference forms/letters.
4. All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application

How to Apply:
If you wish to apply for this position, click the Apply Online Button below.
If you are unable to load supporting documentation to the on-line system, please submit your entire package to PCPSAPPLICATIONS@PETERSBURG.K12.VA.US
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
Petersburg City Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position and does not imply an employment contract.