District Math Specialist

Pleasanton Independent School District - Pleasanton, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Pleasanton, TX

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The primary purpose of this position is to provide coaching and support to campus curriculum instructional specialists and classroom teachers to ensure the continuous development of instructional math skills among assigned teachers. This role involves working collaboratively with teachers to establish measurable objectives related to their professional development and student learning, as well as supporting their continuous professional growth through coaching and problem-solving. The position also includes observing classroom instruction, providing feedback, and demonstrating teaching strategies to facilitate improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with assigned classroom teachers to establish realistic and measurable objectives related to both the teacher's individual professional development and student learning.
• Support the continuous professional growth and improvement of teacher instructional skills through coaching and collaborative problem solving.
• Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and coaching to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation.
• Demonstrate teaching strategies with students in the classroom.
• Evaluate teacher effectiveness in accordance with established district programs.
• Plan and provide appropriate staff development for teachers, administrators, and staff.
• Work with teachers to analyze and interpret student data and use findings to develop and apply instructional strategies.
• Develop curricular or behavioral support materials as needed.
• Disseminate information regarding current research and significant developments on the state and national levels in the area assigned.
• Compile pre-program, mid-program and post program data for project evaluation.
• Assist in math curriculum revision and development.
• Assist teachers in the provision of appropriate intensive intervention instruction for struggling students.
• Use appropriate material, technology and other resources to help meet the learning needs of all students.
• Facilitate collaboration among teachers and grade and/or content area levels at schools.
• Collaborate with peers and other professionals to enhance student learning.
• Participate in campus PLCs.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Requirements

• Master's degree from accredited university preferred
• Valid Texas teaching certificate
• Math certification preferred
• Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation
• Ability to interpret data and evaluate instruction programs and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Three years teaching experience in subject area assigned
• Experience in presenting education training programs with a demonstrated knowledge and practice of math preferred.