Program Specialist- Mathematics (Secondary)

Portsmouth Public Schools; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Portsmouth Public Schools seeks a Program Specialist- Mathematics (Secondary) to lead curriculum and instructional initiatives in mathematics across the district. The role involves school visits, co-planning with teachers, and professional development to advance math instruction.

Requires a Master’s in Education or related field, at least five years of classroom teaching experience, and a math specialist endorsement preferred.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of mathematics and instructional strategies.
• Ability to develop and present ideas effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with principals, staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate development, implementation and coordination of mathematics curriculum and programs.
• Conduct school visits to monitor mathematics instruction.
• Collaborate with teachers in co-planning and co-teaching model lessons and provide feedback.
• Analyze mathematics data to set benchmarks and monitor improvements.
• Develop and coordinate professional development for teachers on best practices and resources.
• Assist with evaluating textbooks and instructional materials.
• Integrate vocational, technical and academic skills within the instructional program.
• Stay current with trends in mathematics education through professional activities.

Skills

Mathematics knowledge

Curriculum development

Data analysis

Professional development

Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Education or related field

Five years teaching experience

Math specialist endorsement (preferred)

Job description

Program Specialist- Mathematics (Secondary)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs difficult professional and intermediate administrative work coordinating, planning and assisting with instructional programs in area of Math or related subject matter; does related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Mathematics. Limited supervision may be exercised over teachers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Coordinating the development, implementation and coordination of curriculum and programs in the area of specialty.

• On-going school visits to assist in monitoring effective mathematics classroom instruction.
• Working collaboratively with teachers in assigned schools in co-planning and co-teaching model lessons, providing appropriate feedback.
• Analyzing mathematics data to determine benchmarks, establish goals, and monitor improvement in schools.
• Developing, conducting, and coordinating professional development activities for teachers on best practices, mathematics resources, and specific instructional topics as identified from analysis of assessment data, classroom visits, and/or requests from administrators.
• Assisting with developing appropriate division level assessments instruments.
• Developing and revising curriculum to meet standards and address the needs of all students.
• Assisting with the evaluation and selection of textbooks and other instructional materials.
• Working with other specialists and/or supervisors to integrate vocation, technical, and academic skills in coordination of the total instructional program.
• Keeping abreast of new technology, and national, state, and local trends in mathematics education through attendance at professional conferences, participation in workshops, and ongoing review of related literature and research.
• Performing other related duties as assigned by the Coordinator

JOB SPECIFICATIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

A comprehensive knowledge of mathematics and instructional strategies; ability to develop and present ideas effectively, orally, and in written form; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school Principals, other staff, and the general public.

This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; work requires fingering, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

The Mathematics Program Specialist has completed a minimum of five years of successful classroom teaching; has a Master's Degree in education or a related field. Math specialist endorsement preferred. This individual provides support at the division level as a part of the Department of Curriculum and Instruction. The Mathematics Program Specialist works under the direct supervision of the Coordinator of Mathematics Education.

PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Location

Portsmouth Public Schools Mathematics - Portsmouth, Virginia

Job Details

Application Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $82,201.92 to $135,576.69 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Shawn Millaci , Director of Secondary Curriculum and Instruction
• Inst Resource Center
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]