Job Abstract

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Under direction of central office, the Instructional Math Coach (IMC) position specifically focuses on strengthening and extending the school system's existing priority on designing and implementing a rigorous and culturally proficient curriculum and instructional program for all students. IMCs serve as content experts in mathematics instruction with knowledge of the PreK-12 mathematics curriculum and have taught mathematics in the elementary and/or secondary school. Provides direct team and/or teacher support to ensure consistent and high-quality mathematics instruction and improve mathematics achievement, differentiated to meet the needs of targeted groups of students, including but not limited to students with disabilities, Emergent Multilingual Learners, and students needing acceleration and/or enrichment. IMCs are responsible for building teacher and/or leader capacity by analyzing student learning data and modeling effective curriculum study and teaching practices. IMCs work directly with adults to support the implementation of the instructional program and provide feedback to teachers to assist them in improving teaching and learning.

CERTIFICATE LICENSE:
Meets Maryland state certification requirements in appropriate field of education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Knowledge of MCPS curriculum, data, accountability structures, MCPS policies/practices, and effective instructional practices. A deep understanding of the teaching and learning process, the Maryland College and Career Ready Standards, as well as the adult learner theory and coaching. Ability to coach, model, and build the knowledge and skills of elementary teachers. Excellent organizational and management skills. Excellent skills in collecting, analyzing, and using data to support instructional decisions for students. Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and culturally responsive education. Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum. Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school-based staff. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:
Master's degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution in semester hours of credit or is within one year of fulfilling this requirement. Has a minimum of three years of outstanding teaching experience, with one year in MCPS preferred. Experience and/or degree in mathematics education preferred. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.