Math Instructional Specialist - K-5 - Mathematics Elementary

License and Certification Qualifications

Eligible for Georgia teacher certification in one or more of the following teaching fields: 1) Secondary (6-12) Mathematics Required
2) Middle Grades (4-8) Mathematics Required
3) Early Childhood Education (P-5) with Coaching Endorsement and K-5 Mathematics endorsement Preferred

Education Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in related field Required
Master's Degree in related field Preferred

Experience Qualifications

3 years of successful teaching experience with emphasis in mathematics Preferred
Experience delivering professional learning opportunities and experience leading professional learning teams Preferred

Skills Qualifications

• Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks/projects concurrently
• Ability to create and deliver professional learning that supports the direction of the mathematics program and that supports the vision, mission, and goals of the district
• Strong communication skills, both in oral and written format
• Strong technology skills, including the Lotus Notes Database, eCLASS, Microsoft Office Suite, and G-Suite
• Knowledge and application of research-based instructional strategies in mathematics
• Knowledge of Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS) curriculum with in-depth knowledge of mathematics
• Knowledge of techniques for integrating curriculum, GCPS policies, and effective instructional practices
• Ability to work successfully with colleagues in collaborative planning
• Ability to project and generate a positive attitude
• Ability to effect change

Primary Responsibilities

• Support, develop, and coach mathematics teachers on content knowledge and skills for effective teaching and learning.
• Design and deliver professional learning for the mathematics program.
• Provide professional learning opportunities by modeling and facilitating instruction with teachers.
• Develop and facilitate staff development inclusive of the AKS, formative assessment, Balanced Numeracy, Quality-Plus Teaching Strategies, and STEM instructional practices.
• Develop and facilitate problem-based learning utilizing the engineering design process.
• Lead cluster math vertical team collaboration.
• Demonstrate practical application of research based, learner-centered instructional strategies including the Quality-Plus Teaching Strategies.
• Demonstrate content knowledge and professional growth.
• Engage in continual learning to deepen content and pedagogical knowledge in mathematics (current and emerging trends/needs).
• Develop and improve knowledge through professional development, conferences, publications, and collegial networks.
• Provide support for local school leadership and instructional teams.
• Support school leadership and instructional teams in the development and sustainability of an effective local mathematics program.
• EFFECTIVELY analyze and use local school data to lead data talks to impact student achievement in mathematics.
• Model protocols to lead course teams and grade level teams by analyzing the AKS and student work, facilitating formative assessment practices, development teacher content knowledge, and/or pedagogical knowledge in collaboration with the Mathematics program and the Staff Development Department.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time.
• The employee is also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk.
• The employee may be required to use hands to touch, handle, feel, and/or reach.
• The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is required to operate a motor vehicle in performance of duties.