Coach, Mathematics, (District)

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Florida teaching certificate in mathematics K-12 or mathematics endorsement.
• Three (3) years of Highly Effective/Effective classroom teaching experience.
• Proven experience successfully managing business/department functions and staff preferred.
• Industry certification preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Certification preferred.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills; analytical mathematical organizational and prioritization skills; flexibility and adaptability in dealing with rapidly changing priorities and demands.
• Knowledge of major theories of mathematics development cognition and learning and the ability to use these theories to implement a well-planned and comprehensive mathematics program.
• Knowledge of current research about the nature and purposes of mathematics and about widely used approaches in mathematics.
• Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and enforce pertinent regulations policies and procedures for the functional area of assignment.
• Knowledge of and experience using multiple project management tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of HIPAA Public Records Sunshine Law FERPA and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy public information and records retention.
• Ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel.
• Ability to deliver high-quality customer service in a timely and professional manner.
• Ability to design and deliver professional teacher and parent development opportunities and programs.

Revised: 1/26/21

Responsibilities

• Work with teachers to ensure that scientifically-based mathematics-researched programs are implemented with fidelity.
• Provide direct classroom-based professional development for teachers through regular modeling of research-based mathematics instruction.
• Work with all teachers (including Exceptional Student Education content area and elective areas) in the schools they serve prioritizing coaching and mentoring time with those teachers activities and roles that will have the greatest impact on student achievement.
• Mentor teachers in providing appropriate intensive intervention instruction for struggling students including those who are Limited English Proficient.
• Model lessons in effective mathematics instruction including lessons that provide differentiated instruction.
• Facilitate teacher study groups regarding current mathematics research and effective mathematics instruction.
• Organize and lead professional development programs which are needs-based and focused on the accomplishments of the established mathematics benchmarks.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills as a member of an academic coaching team and build trust with teachers and school leadership.
• Coach teachers in effective mathematics instructional strategies through interrelated content.
• Coordinate and schedule ongoing professional development of teachers through activities such as coaching grade level meetings classroom demonstrations and study groups.
• Model enthusiasm commitment and intensity for focused mathematics instruction.
• Provide instructional support for teachers in the implementation of the initiatives of the Department of Education for the State of Florida and Lee County.
• Assist content area teachers by providing and demonstrating effective strategies for content instruction to students.
• Coach teachers in the latest techniques for the prevention and remediation of mathematics problems.
• Model effective teaching strategies and techniques.

Revised: 1/26/21

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