MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT~ CW CURRENTLY AT GREENE-HILLS

Bristol Public Schools; Somerset (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Public Schools is offering a position for Mathematics Instructional Support aimed at assisting students who need math help. This role involves collaboration with teachers to enhance math instruction and monitor student performance through data analysis.

The ideal candidate should possess a Masters Degree and at least three years of experience teaching elementary-level students. Responsibilities include providing professional development for staff and participating in individual student planning.

Qualifications

• At least three years of teaching experience with elementary-age children required.
• Valid Connecticut Teaching Certificate is required.
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research to instructional programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized individual and small-group intervention to students in need of math support.
• Assist classroom teachers and interns with classroom instruction.
• Analyze and monitor assessment results to support staff in instructional decisions.

Skills

Instructional coaching

Math intervention strategies

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Masters Degree

Tools

Standard hardware and software applications

Job description

POSITION TITLE

MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT

DEPARTMENT

TEACHER

REPORTS TO

Building Principal and Pre-5 STEM Supervisor

SUMMARY

Assesses students' skills and provides instructional support for students in need of math support. Responsible for assisting in the planning, development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of regular education services to students in collaboration with administration and school staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide specialized individual and small-group intervention to students in need of math support.
• Assist classroom teachers and interns with classroom instruction by modeling lessons, coaching, consulting, collaborating, and assisting with the implementation of the instructional program.
• Coach, model, collaborate and plan with grade level teams for the purpose of improving math instruction at the classroom level.
• Provide leadership in the coordination and administration of math assessments and instructional programs.
• Analyze, interpret, and monitor assessment results and statistical data related to student math performance to support staff in making effective instructional decisions around tier one instruction and intervention.
• Provide a summary of grade level data reports that will be used to make instructional decisions, identify students in need of support, identify resources for standards that need reteaching and identify best instructional practices.
• Present math professional development to school staff on best teaching practices.
• Participate in team decisions about students needing math support including the development, review and modification of individual plans.
• Attend and participate in SRBI and Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings, as needed.
• Communicate and confer with parents concerning individual students in collaboration with the classroom teacher.
• Serve on school and district committees.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day including the planning of a family math night and parent conferences.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises classroom and students (volunteers and parent helpers where appropriate). Performs general supervisory duties as scheduled.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education

Masters Degree.

Experience

At least three years of teaching experience with elementary age children required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Connecticut Teaching Certificate. 305 Elementary, PK-6 229 Mathematics grades 4-8 (preferred).

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs; ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume; ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Computer Skills

Basic knowledge and experience with standard hardware and software applications. Ability to use computers for e‑mail, word processing, accounting, databases and presentations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Other Skills And Abilities

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and teaching competencies to instructional programs. Ability to plan and implement lessons based on school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents. Skill in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies and the code of professional responsibility for teachers.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. The employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 pounds, such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required include close vision for reading handwritten or typed material and ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.