Job Title
Mathematics Specialist for Algebra I (2019-2020)

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District Name
Syracuse City School District

School / Location Name

Public Service Leadership Academy
725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, New York, New York, 13210

Certification(s)/Licensure(s) required

Mathematics 7-12

Posted on
Jun 07, 2019

Expiry Date
Until Filled

Job Description

ABOUT OUR DISTRICT:

The Syracuse City School District is Building our Future by ensuring that all students have the opportunity to achieve at a high level. Teaching and learning are our core business and we know that education is essential to improve future life opportunities for our students. We also recognize that strong leaders and teachers together have a profound impact on student achievement. With this in mind, we are seeking educators who are ready to partner with us and our community in ensuring a bright future for all students. The Syracuse City School District represents 34 schools and 4 alternative education programs and serves over 21,000 students in grades Pre K-12. 78% of SCSD students qualify for free or reduced lunch price, and approximately 20% are served by the Office of Special Education. 77% of the students in the school district are students of color.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The High School Mathematics Specialist will be the lead instructor for a group of identified students who need specialized instruction in Algebra 1. The classes will be no larger than 15 students. The Mathematics Specialist will be asked to keep detailed records of each student with progress toward meeting the Algebra 1 standards. The Mathematics Specialist will conference with students regularly to discuss their individual progress.

REPORTS TO: Public Service Leadership Academy (PSLA) Principal

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Mathematics Specialist will:

• Utilize effective practices to build both conceptual understanding and procedural skills in Algebra 1.
• Communicates with students regularly on progress toward Algebra 1 standards.
• Collaborate with district coaches with plans for meeting the needs of all students.
• Uses data to track student progress toward Algebra 1 standards.
• Collection, analyze, and interpret data to drive instructional planning.

PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES:

• Demonstrates an understanding of mathematics and the instructional practices needed to build conceptual understanding and procedural fluency.
• Possesses a sense of urgency and relentlessness in the pursuit of student success.
• Thinks critically and is solution-oriented.
• Takes initiative, is innovative, organized, collaborative and committed to continuous improvement.
• Sets challenging goals and plans ahead in order to reach goals and avoid problems.
• Effectively interacts with school leaders, co-workers, students and parents.
• Maintains meticulous records; effectively uses technology for data collection and reporting; effectively uses data to inform decisions.
• Once offered, you will be required to declare that all previous obligations with an employing school district have been met and you are not seeking this position with the intent of resigning from a previous commitment in which you have not served.
• Prior demonstration of exemplary attendance is expected of any candidate for hire.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree in education or a related subject.
• Knowledge of subject matter being taught.
• At least three years of prior teaching experience with demonstrated evidence of high- student outcomes in mathematics.
• Technology proficiency and knowledge of digital learning.
• Proven experience accelerating measurable student learning in urban schools (preferred).
• Experience adapting to and meeting the social, emotional and behavioral needs of all children.
• All candidates must possess New York State teacher certification in Mathematics, or qualify to obtain it by the first date of employment. This requires at least a Bachelor's degree. Licensed teachers from other states may qualify for reciprocity .
• Please note that New York State requires a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.5 for certification, and one hired, this proof will be kept on file in the Office of Human Resources.
• City Residents are encouraged to apply!

SALARY/SALARY RANGE:

• The current starting salary for SCSD Teachers is $48,500. With proof of outside related experience and college transcripts, the salary will be increased pursuant to the Unit 1 contractual agreement.
• Teachers who are assigned to work at schools with extended learning time will receive an additional stipend.
• Teachers will have opportunities to teach in our Summer School Programs, receiving an hourly rate per the Unit 1 contractual agreement.
• Teachers with experience and a deep background in Urban Education may qualify for the District's Urban Fellowship Program. For details of the program and its requirements, please click HERE .