Elementary Math Enrichment Specialist, Grades K - 5th
Greenwich Country Day School · Greenwich, CT · 2 wk ago
On-siteEducationPart-time
Greenwich Country Day School is an independent, co-educational day school with a current enrollment of over 1400 students in grades N-12, and a faculty and staff of over 350. The original Old Church Road campus is home to grades N-8. The High School, established in 2019, is located less than two miles away on Stanwich Road. Founded in 1926, Greenwich Country Day School is a family school where innovative teaching is encouraged as teachers model and foster a love of learning, challenge and inspire children toward academic excellence, and cultivate students’ interests and talents outside of the classroom. We value purposeful and personal learning in a joyful environment, with emphasis on the development of character, creativity, and a sense of personal value, along with strong academic skills. GCDS is committed to graduating ethical, confident leaders who possess a strong sense of purpose. GCDS is fortunate to have built a large endowment which helps to fund competitive salaries and benefits, a robust professional development program, and reimbursement for graduate school tuition. GCDS offers a substantial need-based financial aid program to support students from a range of socio-economic backgrounds. Greenwich Country Day School seeks an Elementary Math Enrichment Specialist, Grades Kindergarten - 5th, to start in January 2026. Successful candidates will possess content and pedagogical expertise, a dedication to collaboration, and a creative and flexible approach to curriculum design and instruction. Each GCDS faculty member is expected to demonstrate ability in the following areas: Pedagogical Strategy & Design: Implements GCDS Design Principles, backward design, and diverse pedagogical tools to create relevant, authentic learning experiences and foster student engagementStudent Support & Assessment: Sets high expectations, supports social, emotional, and academic needs, provides timely feedback, and uses varied formative and summative assessments to measure progressCommunity & Collaboration: Fosters an inclusive culture of mutual respect, communicates effectively with families, and showcases student work within the community Responsibilities Include: 4th & 5th Grade Enrichment (6th Math Block) Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 10:30–11:15 AM (45 mins) UES Tiger Time (Mon–Thu, 3:00–4:00 PM) Math Challenge Group (puzzles, games, logic enrichment)Competitive math (Grades 1–3) Mentoring & Buddy Programs Oversee peer mentoring between MS/US and LES/UESManage UES/LES Math Buddies program K–3 Boost Cohorts Morning Cohort: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AMAfternoon Cohort: Tuesday & Thursday, 3:20–3:50 PM Co-Teaching & Classroom Support (LES/UES Homeroom Math) 1st Grade: Stern (support), Fineman & Amado (enrichment)2nd Grade: Warren (enrichment), Amaro (support)3rd Grade: Punterreri (support), Newport (mixed levels)4th Grade: Lehn (support), Carter (largest cohort)“Just-in-Time” Small Group Interventions Playful, informal math Pop-up mathMath playgroundWeekly divisional challenges ending in a student colloquium Math Lab Rotating class visitsMath menuSelected math challengesBuilding Thinking Classroom tasks Drop-in mathSpace classes can be used for collaborative workMath artMath tool lending library Additional Academic Responsibilities ○ Testing Accommodations Support ○ Weekly School-Wide Math Challenge & Rotating Math Lab ○ Semester Mini Math Colloquium (culminating community showcase) Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s DegreeMinimum of 3 years of successful classroom teaching experience with children of this ageStrong background in mathematical knowledge; including pedagogical content, and a wide range of instructional strategiesExpertise in using and helping others use effective instructional and assessment practices that are informed by knowledge of mathematical learning trajectoriesExperience with inquiry-based learning and/or project-based learningA passion for learning and the ability to motivate and inspire studentsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsCommitment to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive school communityWillingness to take on multiple roles within the schoolPersonal traits appropriate for nurturing the growth of children - must be energetic, creative, flexible, and patient Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree in the fieldSpecific experience with Illustrative Mathematics (IM)Expertise in planning for and implementing problem-based teaching and learningDemonstrated experience in establishing collaborative relationships with external partners/organizations in the design and implementation of learning experiences Interested candidates are invited to use the link provided to submit a cover letter and resume to: Raquel Salcedo, Director of Recruiting & Talent Powered by JazzHR 5FqsjW27Ij