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License and Certification Qualifications:

• Eligible for Georgia teacher certification in one or more of the following teaching fields: 1) Secondary (6-12) Mathematics Required
• 2) Middle Grades (4-8) Mathematics Required
• 3) Early Childhood Education (P-5) with Coaching Endorsement and K-5 Mathematics endorsement Preferred

Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in related field Required
• Master's Degree in related field Preferred

Experience Qualifications:

• 3 years of successful teaching experience with emphasis in mathematics Preferred
• Experience delivering professional learning opportunities and experience leading professional learning teams Preferred

Skills Qualifications:

• Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks/projects concurrently
• Ability to create and deliver professional learning that supports the direction of the mathematics program and that supports the vision, mission, and goals of the district
• Strong communication skills, both in oral and written format
• Strong technology skills, including the Lotus Notes Database, eCLASS, Microsoft Office Suite, and G-Suite
• Knowledge and application of research-based instructional strategies in mathematics
• Knowledge of Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS) curriculum with in-depth knowledge of mathematics
• Knowledge of techniques for integrating curriculum, GCPS policies, and effective instructional practices
• Ability to work successfully with colleagues in collaborative planning
• Ability to project and generate a positive attitude
• Ability to effect change

Primary Responsibilities:
Support, develop, and coach mathematics teachers on content knowledge and skills for effective teaching and learning.

• Design and deliver professional learning for the mathematics program.
  • Provide professional learning opportunities by modeling and facilitating instruction with teachers.
  • Develop and facilitate staff development inclusive of the AKS, formative assessment, Balanced Numeracy, Quality-Plus Teaching Strategies, and STEM instructional practices.
  • Develop and facilitate problem-based learning utilizing the engineering design process.
  • Lead cluster math vertical team collaboration.
  • Demonstrate practical application of research based, learner-centered instructional strategies including the Quality-Plus Teaching Strategies.
• Demonstrate content knowledge and professional growth.
  • Engage in continual learning to deepen content and pedagogical knowledge in mathematics (current and emerging trends/needs).
  • Develop and improve knowledge through professional development, conferences, publications, and collegial networks.
• Provide support for local school leadership and instructional teams.
  • Support school leadership and instructional teams in the development and sustainability of an effective local mathematics program.
  • Effectively analyze and use local school data to lead data talks to impact student achievement in mathematics.
  • Model protocols to lead course teams and grade level teams by analyzing the AKS and student work, facilitating formative assessment practices, development teacher content knowledge, and/or pedagogical knowledge in collaboration with the Mathematics program and the Staff Development Department.

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use hands to touch, handle, feel, and/or reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to operate a motor vehicle in performance of duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.