Amsti Math Specialist 6-12

Salary: $51,968.00 - $91,152.00 Annually
Location : Selma, AL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 04169
College/Division: WCCS-400050-Instructional Division Admin
Opening Date: 03/07/2024
Closing Date: 3/22/2024 11:59 PM Central
Campus Location: Wallace Community College Selma
Position Summary
AMSTI Math Specialist 6-12
Salary Schedule Placement: Commensurate with education and experience according to Salary Schedule L1/C3 Rank 4 AMSTI Salary Matrix: 11- month specialist $51,968--$91,152.00
Continued employment is contingent upon funding from the grant.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
In addition to adhering to the general guidelines as specified by the Faculty/Staff Handbook, the AMSTI Director, the Instructional Division Administrator, the President, and Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, responsibilities include the following:

• Facilitate and/or participate in professional learning for teachers and/or administrators based on assignments and/or LEA needs, including online options,
• Assist AMSTI-ALSDE in developing and maintaining common professional learning offerings and supporting resources for AMSTI and/or for the ALSDE, including online options,
• Provide ongoing professional learning to AMSTI lead teachers, certified AMSTI facilitators, and/or instructional coaches,
• Assist IHEs with planning and conducting preservice and continuing education/outreach activities,
• Participate in AMSTI professional learning activities and staff meetings conducted by the ALSDE and Site Director, unless prior approval for absence is granted Educator Support,
• Provide frequent, ongoing support and coaching to teachers, AMSTI lead teachers certified AMSTI facilitators, instructional coaches, and/or administrators based on assignments and/or LEA needs (in situations where the specialist is leading the classroom or team-teaching, the classroom teacher must always be present),
• Assist AMSTI teachers in effectively using common planning time and Professional Learning Communities to improve instruction,
• Assist in recruiting new AMSTI teachers and/or facilitators,
• Conduct research on the effects of current math, science, and/or technology practices in AMSTI classrooms, as requested by the ALSDE,
• Coordinate work through the AMSTI Site Director, collaborate with other specialists and communicate with all stakeholders,
• Achieve and maintain proficiency in all standards, pedagogical content knowledge, and AMSTI lessons and practices through AMSTI-ALSDE and approved outside professional learning opportunities, based on the requirements Instructional Materials,
• Work with materials managers to make site-level decisions based on teacher needs/requests,
• Provide feedback to the ALSDE regarding customization of kits and materials to make them teacher/classroom friendly. Prior approval by the ALSDE is required. (Found in the Appendix - Found on Monday.com). All commitments found in this document are contingent upon the availability of funds as appropriated by the legislature. 30 General Duties,
• Maintain records (including financial) and complete paperwork in a timely manner,
• Participate in the development, maintenance, and promotion of AMSTI resources according to the resource development and PR requirements,
• Communicate with AMSTI Site Director/PI and ALSDE in advance as it pertains to retirement or resignation plans (under normal circumstances, a minimum of six-month advance notice is requested),
• Specialist responsibilities include but are not limited to those listed in all categories above; specialists may be required to perform other duties as assigned by the AMSTI Site Director or AMSTI-ALSDE,
• Perform other duties as assigned by AMSTI Director, Instructional Division Administrator, or the President.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Math or related field from a regionally accredited institution,
• Teacher certification in Math or related field,
• Minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience,
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Math or related field from a regionally accredited institution,
• An understanding of and a commitment to the philosophy and mission of the Alabama Community College System,
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a professional manner,
• Alabama Math Science & Technology Initiative experience.

Application Procedures/Additional Information
WCCS is an equal opportunity employer and enrolled in E-Verify. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, handicap, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. WCCS will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. WCCS reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Applications must be completed online using our online process. Human Resources' contact information is as follows:
Human Resources Department
Wallace Community College Selma
3000 Earl Goodwin Parkway
P. O. Box 2530
Selma, AL 36702-2530
Phone: (334) 876-9319, 876-9338
Fax: (334) 876-9334
Website:
A complete application package consists of:

1. WCCS application,
2. A resume,
3. A copy of transcript(s) verifying required degree. Please print name as listed on transcript, if different from last name listed on application.
4. Work experience verification in writing from your current and/or previous employer(s) confirming the required level of experience as stated in the "Required Qualifications" section. Verification should be printed on company letterhead and must include dates of employment, position title(s), and duties performed. A work verification from either your current or previous employer must be provided. Remember that the work experience verification completion is your responsibility.

Please Note: If you are applying for more than one position, please submit a separate, complete application. In the event the position is reposted, a new application packet must be submitted.
Application Deadline
All application information must be received by 12:00 P.M. on the closing date. Final applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will not be considered. A complete application package is the responsibility of the applicant.
Note: In accordance with Alabama Community College System policies and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check and to submit a minimum nonrefundable $26.40 payment for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.
WCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is enrolled in E-Verify.
Sick Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.
8 hours per month
(may accumulate an unlimited number)
Annual Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office.
0-4 years 8 hours per month
5-9 years 10 hours per month
10-14 years 12 hours per month
15-19 years 14 hours per month
20+ 16 hours per month
(may accumulate up to 480 hours)
Personal Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.
Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.
(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)
Professional Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.
Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
15 (5 locally assigned)
Contracted Work Days
260
Retirement
The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.
Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 12.59% (effective 10/01/22)
Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 11.44% (effective 10/01/22)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 12.59%(effective 10/01/22)
Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 11.44% (effective 10/01/22)
Health Insurance
PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit
Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307

*Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.
Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.
Wellness Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.
If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.
Optional Coverage Plan Premiums

• Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
• Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/17).
Duty Hours
(hours vary by campus and needs of the student)
Tuition Assistance
This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.
Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:

• 1/3 waived after 1st year
• 2/3 waived after 2nd year
• 3/3 waived after 3rd year

Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.