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Form of workMust be SC certified or eligible for SC certification. Elementary Math Instructional Coach Job Description Job Goal: The PreK-5 coach will lead building efforts to increase math achievement for all student populations. Mission is to develop future mathematics leaders by supporting teachers of mathematics in the areas of curriculum, assessment, and instruction and by fostering an environment of collaboration, reflection, and professional growth.
Contract: 190 day contract (teacher salary)Reports to: Under the general direction of the school level Principal and Assistant Principal Desired QualificationsTeacher Certification in elementary educationTeacher Certification in mathematicsFive years recent experience teaching mathA deep level of understanding of the South Carolina College and Career Ready Standards of Mathematics including the Mathematical Process StandardsEvidence of success with the Guided Math Workshop ModelEvidence of success with Number Talk RoutinesParticipation in some type of cognitive math training (CGI, Thinking Mathematically or Extending Children's Mathematics)Evidence of success in working with adult learnersEvidence of strong interpersonal skillsEvidence of strong written communication and presentation skillsEvidence of strong planning and organizational skillsEvidence of successful leadership in mathematics content at a grade level and building levelExperience in conducting mathematics staff developmentExperience in mentoring/coaching teachersIn-depth knowledge of a variety of mathematics instructional strategies necessary to support the South Carolina College and Career Ready Standards of Mathematics including the Mathematical Process StandardsA strong commitment to team collaboration through Professional Learning Communities Performance ResponsibilitiesAssist teachers with the implementation of South Carolina College and Career Ready Standards of Mathematics including the Mathematical Process Standards.Demonstrate exemplary math instruction for PreK-5 teachers through the following researched-based practices: guided math, small group instruction, observation, coaching, model lessons, co-teaching, collaborative lesson planning and small and large group professional development.Assist with the development of District-wide common formative assessments and benchmarks.Assist teachers in diagnosing individual student mathematics weaknesses and match these areas of need with appropriate instructional strategies and resources based on the South Carolina College and Career Ready Standards of MathematicsAssist with disaggregating and analyzing data (i.e. MAP, NWEA Learning Continuum, CFAs, Benchmarks, SC Ready) to help guide teacher's instructional decisionsMonitor and report the effectiveness and progress of improved mathematics instruction and student performance to building principals and PLC teamsAssist in revisions and updates of the curriculum guides for K-5 MathematicsHelp make recommendations regarding instructional materialsParticipate in various training sessions for leaders of mathematics
