Math Coach (K-5)

Harlem Children's Zone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and performance-based bonuses

Deferred bonus program

Generous paid time off (sick and/pers)

No-cost health insurance (medical, and

Up to $30,000 in student loan forgiv­*

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Harlem Children's Zone is seeking a Math Coach (K-5) to support Promise Academy in advancing math achievement. The role requires a Master’s in Education and New York State math certification, with at least five years teaching elementary math and deep expertise in CGI and Next Gen standards.

You’ll coach teachers, develop PD, and implement assessments to drive student growth. The position offers competitive compensation in the NYC area, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education required.
• New York State teaching certification in math required.
• Minimum five years of experience teaching elementary math.
• Expertise in CGI (cognitive guided instruction).
• Experience with Next Gen standards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coach and train teachers on the math curriculum.
• Develop and facilitate professional development sessions to target teacher development needs.
• Teach targeted math interventions to individual students and small groups using research-based strategies.
• Create standards-aligned math assessments (formative and summative).
• Use assessments to diagnose math strengths and weaknesses and match these with intervention techniques.
• Support the implementation of assessments.
• Collect data to assess effectiveness of teaching strategies and provide targeted support.
• Model effective teaching practices for staff.
• Collaborate with teachers, education directors, and principals to monitor progress.
• Work with school leaders on support plans for teachers and identify how to deliver individualized teacher support.
• Collaborate with school and network leaders regarding staff strengths and development areas.
• Provide supplemental instruction to scholars during extended learning opportunities.
• Work with the STEM team to implement curriculum and network-wide priorities to move STEM instruction.

Skills

Five years of elementary math teaching

CGI (cognitive guided instruction)

Next gen standards

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in Education

New York State teaching certification in math

Job description

Who We Are:

At Harlem Children’s Zone, our mission is to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty and unlock new possibilities for our children, families, and communities. As the K-12 charter school within HCZ’s cradle-to-career pathway, Promise Academy delivers exceptional education alongside holistic support—empowering young minds, inspiring potential, and creating lasting change. By joining, you become part of a transformative movement dedicated to shaping brighter futures and driving extraordinary outcomes for those we serve.

We’re seeking a Math Coach (K-5) who shares our goal: to get all our scholars to and through college!

Who You Are:

The Math Coach (K-5) will bring a dedication and commitment to the mission of HCZ Promise Academy. You have at least five years of experience teaching elementary math in an urban school setting, and you are an expert in cognitive guided instruction (CGI) as well as the next gen standards. You have a passion for math and STEM education, a collaborative spirit, and an ability to manage multiple priorities.

What You’ll Do:

• Coach and train teachers on the math curriculum.
• Develop and facilitate professional development sessions to target teacher development needs.
• Teach targeted math interventions to individual students and small groups of students using research-based strategies.
• Create standards-aligned math assessments, including both formative and summative.
• Use assessments to diagnose math strengths and weaknesses and match these skills with appropriate intervention techniques.
• Support the implementation of assessments.
• Collect data to assess the effectiveness of teaching strategies, providing targeted support based on this data.
• Model effective teaching practices for staff.
• Collaborate with teachers, education directors, and principals to monitor progress.
• Work closely with school leaders on support plans for teachers and identify how to deliver individualized teacher support.
• Collaborate with school and network leaders regarding their staff’s strengths and areas of development.
• Provide supplemental instruction to scholars in need during extended learning opportunities.
• Work with the STEM team to implement curriculum and network wide priorities to move STEM instruction.

Schedule:

• Monday – Friday

• Master’s degree in education
• Minimum of five years of experience teaching elementary math
• New York State teaching certification in math
• Expertise in CGI
• Experience with next gen standards

As a member of the HCZ team, you will join a supportive, inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families, and staff thrive. We offer highly competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth.

Our benefits include:

• Annual and performance-based bonuses
• Deferred bonus program
• Generous paid time off, including sick and personal days
• No-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Up to $30,000 in student loan forgiveness
• 403(b) retirement plan

The Math Coach salary ranges from $125,000 – $135,000. Salaries are determined based on years of relevant experience, certification, and education level.

Harlem Children’s Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.