Wellesley Public Schools
SY19-20
Anticipated Opening

1.0FTE Elementary K-5 Math Specialist

The goal of the K-5 Mathematics Specialist is to work with students, teachers, the building principal, the K-5 Math Specialist Team and the K-5 Mathematics Department Head to actualize the district vision of excellence in mathematics teaching and learning for all students. A K-5 Mathematics Specialist works with students and with teachers to improve student achievement and increase instructional capacity.

School-based responsibilities include:
? Coaching
? Support and promote the learning of students by facilitating adult learning:
? observing instruction, providing feedback, co-teaching, conducting model lessons, and facilitating pre- and post- lesson conferences
? facilitating school-based professional learning (e.g., PLCs, faculty meetings, study groups) that supports district goals and is responsive to the needs of specific school population and needs of teaching staff
? planning collaborative classroom visits (shared observations or shared lesson planning/teaching)
? coordinating data meetings and/or looking at student work sessions
? supporting teachers with learning and implementing instructional strategies reaching a range of learners
? supporting teacher and principal communication with families about the teaching and learning of mathematics
? Support and promote the learning of students by collaborating with the building principal in coordinating Tier 2 instruction.
? Teaching
? Support and promote the learning of students by providing direct instruction.
? Supporting teacher and principal communication with families about the teaching and learning of mathematics.
District responsibilities include:
? Collaborate with K-5 Math Specialist Team & K-5 Math Department Head on district wide curriculum and assessment initiatives
? Plan for and facilitate district-wide professional development

Qualifications include:
? minimum 5 years successful elementary teaching experience
? successful experience teaching mathematics using Investigations in Number, Data, and Space highly desirable
? knowledge of Common Core State Standards including the Standards for Math Practice and the 2011 MA Mathematics Framework
? strong mathematics content knowledge and mathematics pedagogical content knowledge
? thorough knowledge of research-informed mathematics teaching and assessment practices
? understanding of effective professional development and coaching strategies targeted to increasing teacher instructional capacity
? ability to build professional relationships with teachers and inspire teacher trust and confidence when sharing successful math instructional strategies
? highly motivated self-starter who can work independently as well as collaboratively with teachers, other K-5 Mathematics Specialists, and K-5 Math Department Head
? strong communication skills
? ability to collect and analyze data in order to inform decisions about instruction and help teachers engage in using data in ways that impact instruction

Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1
Welcome to Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School!
Fiske School Mission Statement

The Fiske School district encompasses a diverse school population. We believe that our diversity is clearly one of our many strengths. Children are valued and respected for who they are and opportunities are provided for them to be able to share their talents and contribute to the school community. Fiske School is child centered, a place where each child is looked at as an individual and encouraged and challenged to reach their full potential. Teachers continually strive to meet each child's individual learning style and needs to help develop confident independent learners.

n addition to the Wellesley Public School's Core values of Excellence, Cooperative and Caring Relationships, Respect for Human Differences and Commitment to Community, the Fiske Community practices the Fiske Fundamentals: Fair, Inclusive,

Safe, Kind and Encouraging. Students are empowered and taught to take responsibility for their school community through the Fiske Student Council. Each term students organize a community service activity and a school spirit activity.

We find Fiske School to be a special place. Our teachers take pride in providing a nurturing yet challenging learning experience while our parents take pride in consistently supporting our school. We believe that Fiske School is a thriving school due to the collaborative commitment and effort of parents, teachers and students. Building a partnership between school and home establishes a sold foundation towards reaching our common goal: the success of each child

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Job Requirements Massachusetts License

At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred

Master degree preferred

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application Questions There are no application questions required for this job posting.
Contact Information Jennifer Macpherson, K-5 Department Head Math
40 Kingsbury Street
Wellesley, Massachusetts 02481
Phone: 781-446-6210
Email: macphersonj@wellesleyps.org