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HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS COACH, 2018-2019

Employer
Salem Public Schools
Location
Salem, MA, US
Salary
Competitive
Job Title: High School Mathematics Coach

Compensation: Per the teacher contract

Application due date: Until filled

Position start date: Beginning of 2018-2019 school year

Reports to: The Assistant Superintendent and the high school principal

Description

The math coach position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced coach or classroom teacher who possesses special expertise in math and a passionate curiosity about how high school students learn and internalize mathematical concepts. The primary responsibility of the math coach is to build capacity for expert mathematics instruction in every classroom. The coach will also teach one class next year to establish a model classroom of expert content and differentiated instruction.

Purpose of Position

To provide coaching and support to deepen teacher content knowledge, strengthen math instruction specifically in the area of making content accessible to diverse learners, and promote math learning across all classrooms.

Role

The math coach will develop a weekly schedule in collaboration with the building principal that aligns to the unique needs of the school. A primary goal of the math coach position is to build capacity for expert and accessible math instruction in every classroom.

Qualifications:
  • Possesses a Massachusetts teaching certificate with licensure in mathematics
  • Three or more years of successful teaching math at the secondary level
  • Experience working in a diverse, urban environment preferred
  • Knowledge of and experience using SEI strategies and other approaches to differentiate instruction
  • Deep knowledge of the MA state math curriculum frameworks and mathematical practices
  • Strong content and pedagogical knowledge in math
  • Demonstrated ability to model effective math lessons (e.g. aligned to standards, balance of conceptual and procedural emphasis, integration of mathematical practices, differentiation planning based on data, etc.)
  • Experience with standards-based practices and effective use of student data
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with teachers
  • Experience providing professional development for teachers

Essential Attributes
  • Holds an unwavering belief that every student in Salem can grow and succeed
  • Skill in providing equitable access to the curriculum, particularly in underserved populations
  • Is able to work collaboratively and flexibly as part of a building team
  • Has a strong work ethic, is self-directed, and has the ability to work independently
  • Self-reflects and accepts feedback with a growth mindset


Responsibilities: Coaching - Building Capacity

  • Works with teachers one-on-one and in small groups to plan standards-based lessons, use a wide range of curriculum materials, determine student groupings, and implement research-based instructional strategies to support implementation of district math curriculum maps
  • When planning with teachers, emphasizes the integration of access points into every lesson using SEI strategies and other approaches for differentiating instruction
  • Introduces best practices in the area of math through demonstration lessons, co-teaching, co-planning, peer observation, study groups, and professional development workshops
  • Builds teacher capacity to interpret and use a range of math assessment tools to plan lessons and address individual student needs in the area of math
  • Supports the process of identifying research-based interventions and screening tools that support tiered instruction in math
  • Articulates goals, practices and district vision for excellence in math as needed for staff and parents
  • Meets frequently with the building principal to analyze data, complete Instructional Rounds, and discuss next steps for professional development that supports growth in math achievement
  • Engages in advanced training opportunities designed to strengthen math content knowledge, pedagogy, and coaching skills
  • Supports the school instructional leadership team in monitoring progress toward meeting grade-level and school wide math goals, including persistent achievement gaps
  • Provides leadership in preparing and disseminating math assessment data
  • Prioritize supports for new teachers
  • Other duties as assigned by the principal


Note: The evaluation of teachers is not part of the math coach's responsibility, but the math coach does provide non-evaluative feedback to teachers

Position Type: Full-time

Equal Opportunity Employer
Salem Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Contact Information
Alicia Palmer, Director of Human Capital
29 Highland Avenue
Salem, Massachusetts 01970
Phone: 978-740-1115
Fax: 978-740-1279
Email: apalmer@salemk12.org

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