Posted 2mo ago

Mathematics Instructional Coach

@ Saint Andrew's School
Boca Raton, Florida, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Coordinate curriculum, Coach teachers, Analyze data
Requirements Summary:Bachelor’s degree; successful teaching experience; ability to collaborate; strong writing and speaking skills; cross-cultural competence; growth mindset; IB PYP/MYP experience preferred.
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About Saint Andrew’s School:

Saint Andrew's School is an independent, co-educational school for grades PK-12, Saint Andrew's is both a day school and a boarding school, educating students from across the United States and throughout the world. As a college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Saint Andrew's welcomes students of all faiths, customs, cultures, and beliefs. "Honor Above All," academic excellence and education in Mind, Body, and Spirit reflect Saint Andrew's experience. We are committed to educating the "whole child" while instilling a dedication to lifelong learning. 

 

Saint Andrew’s School seeks employees who are committed to our mission to provide educational excellence in an inclusive community, fostering lifelong learning and nurturing each individual in mind, body, and spirit in the Episcopal tradition. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds and experiences will help us promote an inclusive school culture. We are committed to respecting the dignity of each member of our community, and we strive to recruit a diverse and talented faculty and staff.

 

Position Summary: 
The Mathematics Instructional Coach is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Saint Andrew’s mathematics curriculum PK-8, including planning for instruction, assessment, data analysis, and instructional interventions; coordinating appropriate professional development for faculty; offering one-to-one, small group, and whole faculty coaching to enhance the delivery of mathematics instruction; and collaborating with the Head of Lower School, the Head of Middle School, the Dean of Studies, and the Mathematics Department Chair as appropriate to ensure student learning and achievement in mathematics.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate with the Department Chair on the vertical alignment of a coherent mathematics program PK-8 
  • Model and demonstrate effective use of instructional strategies in mathematics, including those aligned with the school’s adopted programs, such as Singapore Math and IB PYP/MYP
  • Plan for the collection of student data about mathematics performance PK-grade 8
  • Analyze student data for performance trends and plan appropriate instructional responses at the classroom, grade, and divisional levels 
  • Use assessment data to assist administrators with the placement of students in appropriate instructional or intervention programs 
  • Observe classroom instruction and coach teachers to ensure strategies and methods of instruction are being effectively implemented to meet student needs 
  • Support teachers in the development of appropriate assessment tasks and tests 
  • Conduct professional development workshops appropriate to various levels of instruction 
  • Participate in Lower/Middle School team reviews concerning the academic progress of at-risk students who are not responding to interventions 
  • Maintain a collection of professional materials related to mathematics instruction that reflects current research 
  • Establish and promote productive relationships with and among school staff 
  • Communicate regarding the school's mathematics program to staff, parents, and members of the community, including through (but not limited to) curriculum coffees, open houses, and other parent/community events
  • Support the continued growth and development of all students, including those above grade-level
  • Serve on Academic Affairs Committee and Lower/Middle School leadership teams
  • Teach one or two sections as needed
  • Other duties as assigned