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Kinder-2nd Grade Math Specialist

JOB GOAL

The Kinder-2nd Grade Math Specialist serves as a key instructional leader dedicated to improving the quality of mathematics teaching and learning in Kindergarten through 2nd grade . This role focuses on strengthening instructional practices, deepening content knowledge, and enhancing assessment literacy through research-based, high impact strategies. The specialist operates with a high degree of initiative and self-direction while fostering strong, collaborative partnerships with teachers, instructional leaders, and district teams to promote continuous improvement and equitable student outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Arizona Standard Elementary or Secondary Education Certification and an ADE Mathematics Endorsement
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Mathematics, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience.
• Demonstrated experience in instructional coaching, mentoring, or teacher leadership roles preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
• Such alternatives to above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
   
  

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Lead the development and implementation of high-quality mathematics instruction aligned to district and state standards.
• Design, facilitate, and evaluate professional learning opportunities that build teachers' mathematical content knowledge and instructional expertise.
• Model effective, research-based high impact instructional strategies and co-teach lessons to support classroom implementation.
• Analyze student performance data to inform instructional decisions, identify trends, and support targeted Tier 1 instruction, as well as interventions.
• Collaborate with school and district leadership to align curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices.
• Support the development and refinement of common formative and summative assessments to ensure rigor and alignment.
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and support to teachers strengthen instructional practices and improve student outcomes.
• Stay current on research and best practices in mathematics education and proactively share insights with staff.
• Facilitate PLCs focused on student achievement, data analysis, and instructional improvement in alignment to the school and district Integrated Action Plan.
• Promote equitable instructional practices that ensure all students have access to high-quality mathematics learning experiences.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with stakeholders regarding instructional goals, progress, and outcomes.
• Take initiative in identifying instructional needs and developing responsive supports without direct supervision

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of state and national standards and district adopted curriculum and instructional materials.
• Expertise in research-based instructional strategies and assessment practices in mathematics.
• Knowledge of and works effectively in a professional learning community.
• Knowledge of a wide range of assessments and use of data information systems.
• Demonstrates professional development skills and works effectively with adults.
• Demonstrates ability in working with diverse populations (ELL, Special Education, etc.).
• Demonstrates continued professional growth by participating in professional learning opportunities, engaging with professional literature, and collaborating with colleagues to strengthen research-based practices in curriculum, instruction, and assessment. 
• Demonstrates ability to communicate in oral and written form.
• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• May require stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
• Some positions may require climbing, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Light work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls require exertion of forces greater than the sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
REPORTS TO: Director of Teaching and Learning
LOCATION: Educational Services
SUPERVISES: None
CALENDAR: Teacher Work Calendar
JOB CATEGORY: Certified Non-Admin, FLSA Exempt 
SALARY RANGE: Certified Step Salary Schedule, as approved by the Governing Board 
BENEFITS: As approved by the Governing Board
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Until Filled