AMSTI Elementary Math Specialist

University of Montevallo; Montevallo, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Montevallo seeks an AMSTI Elementary Math Specialist to manage the math portion of the AMSTI program, supporting participating elementary teachers with instructional resources and coaching.

The role focuses on professional learning delivery, collaboration with AMSTI ALSDE, and ongoing development of resources and trainings for teachers and leaders across sites.

Qualifications

• Six years public school teaching in grades K-5 required.
• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Experience providing professional development for teachers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and/or participate in professional learning for teachers and administrators.
• Assist in developing and maintaining standardized professional learning opportunities and resources for AMSTI.
• Provide ongoing professional learning to AMSTI lead teachers, certified AMSTI facilitators, and instructional coaches.
• Coordinate work through AMSTI site director and collaborate with specialists.
• Maintain proficiency in standards, pedagogy, and AMSTI lessons and practices.

Education

Six years public school teaching in grades K-5

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree preferred

Experience providing professional development for teachers

Job description

Department Alabama Math Science and Technology Initiative (AMSTI)

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Salary Grade

Salary Grade based on state salary matrix

Salary Classification

Salary Classification Admin/Professional

Annual Salary Range

Hourly Salary Range

Employment Status

Employment Status Full Time 11 Mos Regular

General Description

The AMSTI Elementary Math Specialist is a professional staff member of the College of Education. The primary responsibility is the daily operation of the math portion of the AMSTI program providing instructional support to participating elementary math teachers.

PROFESSIONAL LEARNING

• Facilitate and/or participate in professional learning for teachers and administrators based on assignments and/or LEA needs, including online options.
• Assist AMSTI - ALSDE in developing and maintaining standardized, pre-approved professional learning opportunities and supporting resources for AMSTI and/or for the ALSDE , including online options, and submitting them to ALSDE for approval.
• Provide ongoing professional learning to AMSTI lead teachers, certified AMSTI facilitators, and instructional coaches.
• Assist IHEs with planning and conducting preservice education, continuing education, and outreach activities.
• Participate in AMSTI professional learning activities and staff meetings conducted by the ALSDE and site director, unless prior approval for absence is granted.

EDUCATOR SUPPORT

• Provide frequent, ongoing support and coaching to teachers, AMSTI lead teachers, certified AMSTI facilitators, coaches, and/or administrators based on assignments and/or LEA needs. (In situations where the specialist is leading the classroom or team-teaching, the classroom teacher must always be present.)
• Assist AMSTI teachers in effectively using common planning time and Professional Learning Communities to improve instruction.
• Assist in recruiting new AMSTI teachers and/or facilitators.
• Research the effects of current math, science, and/or technology practices in AMSTI classrooms, as requested by AMSTI - ALSDE .
• Coordinate work through the AMSTI site director, collaborate with other specialists, and communicate with all stakeholders.
• Achieve and maintain proficiency in all standards, pedagogical and content knowledge, and AMSTI lessons and practices through AMSTI - ALSDE and approved outside professional learning opportunities based on the requirements.

INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCES

• Work with general and materials managers to make site-level decisions based on teacher needs and requests.
• Provide feedback to AMSTI - ALSDE regarding customization of kits and resources to make them teacher- and classroom-friendly.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Maintain records (including financial) and complete paperwork in a timely manner, utilizing structures in Monday.com.
• Participate in the development, maintenance, and promotion of AMSTI resources according to the resource development and PR guidelines.
• Communicate with AMSTI site director/PI and AMSTI - ALSDE in advance regarding plans for retirement or resignation. (Under normal circumstances, a minimum of six-month advance notice is requested.)
• Specialist responsibilities include but are not limited to those listed in all categories above; specialists may be required to perform other duties as assigned by the AMSTI Site Director or AMSTI - ALSDE .

Additional Duties

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Experience with AMSTI materials and pedagogy preferred Demonstrated competence in oral and written communication

Education and Experience

Six (6) years public school teaching in grades K-5 required Bachelor’s Degree required (Master’s Degree preferred) Experience providing professional development for teachers preferred

Licenses, Certification or Registrations

Current Alabama Teacher Certification required Current Alabama driver’s license and acceptable driving record required

Environmental Working Conditions

Travel Requirements

Moderate Travel

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Physical Requirements

The physical activities required for this position involve: Standing: Under 1/3 of the time; walking: Under 1/3 of the time; sitting: Under 1/3 of the time; using hands: Under 1/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms: Under 1/3 of the time; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: Under 1/3 of the time; talking or hearing: Over 2/3 of the time. This position requires lifting: Up to 10 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 25 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time. This position has the following special vision requirements: Vision necessary to maintain a valid driver’s license.

Open Date

Open Date 10/02/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Additional Statement

The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Letter of Application
• Resume

Optional Documents

University of Montevallo Human Resources and Risk Management

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