High School Math Coach

                                                              HIGH SCHOOL MATH COACH

MARION P. THOMAS CHARTER SCHOOL SUMMARY:

Marion P. Thomas Charter School (MPTCS) is
the largest independently-operated free public charter school in Newark, NJ. It was established in 1999 by a group of individuals who were born and raised in Newark and wanted to provide the best possible educational experience for the next generation of Newark students. MPTCS is the largest minority-led charter school in Newark and is one of a few such schools in the country, reflecting both its student population and the community it serves. Since 1999, MPTCS has grown from four classrooms to three campuses and now serves 1,500 students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. 

Benefits of Working at MPTCS - “The Village”

MPTCS strives to be the best education employer in the Newark area. With high staff retention and satisfaction rates, staff members receive benefits such as:

• Competitive Salary
• Targeted Professional Development
• Opportunities for Growth - Leadership and Central Office Positions
• Robust Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Retirement Savings Plan)
• State Pension Plan
• Gym Membership/Wellness Reimbursement

POSITION SUMMARY:

A Math Coach is a certified math teacher who works with classroom teachers in assisting with the full implementation and monitoring of the district’s adopted math program in response to intervention needed for student achievement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES*:

• Research and provide staff support that will improve teaching and learning, which includes teaching strategies, assessment of math skills, interpretation, and use of assessment results, etc.
• Research, prepare materials, and identify resources for use by the district, teams, schools, and teachers, which include teaching strategies, assessment of math skills, and interpretation and use of assessment results, etc.
• Research and provide information and guidance regarding a range of effective and innovative math practices through various activities such as: individual discussions (informal and formal), coaching sessions, demonstration lessons with pre- and post- discussion/analysis, study groups, staff meetings, and professional development programs.
• Provides support and assistance to all classroom teachers in the full implementation of the district’s adopted math program through MAP score analysis/interpretation.
• Conducts demonstration lessons to ensure that all teachers have been trained to an advanced level of delivery and are using the instructional materials as designed.
• Provides on-site staff development to ensure that teachers are knowledgeable about program components and understand the instructional design of how the program meets the standards (alignment).
• Assists teachers in building an interactive classroom and assures that recommendations for improvement are implemented.
• Serves as a resource in identifying appropriate instructional strategies and interventions to improve student achievement for all students.
• Assists teacher in preparation pacing for instruction.
• Participates in collaborative grade-level meetings to assist in the analysis and utilization of assessment data to improve the focus of instructional planning and student achievement.
• Assists grade-level teams in setting goals for improved instruction and RTI implementation.
• Meets regularly (weekly) with the principal to review benchmarks and established data points to assess student progress towards established instructional goals.
• Prepares forms, records, and reports as directed.
• Attends meetings and trainings as directed.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES*:

• Maintain paperwork consistently, appropriately, and in a timely manner.
• Coordinate/facilitate the use of instructional material in math.
• Maintain the confidentiality of schools, teachers, and classrooms.
• Obtain prior approval from the Building Administrator before distributing written communication and other media.
• Meet monthly with other coaches and curriculum team members as determined.
• Other duties as assigned.

*These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess a valid NJDOE Math certification
• Provide proof of U. S. citizenship or legal resident alien status by completing Federal Form I-9 in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
• Provide evidence that a criminal record history check has been conducted and clearance has been given by the Department of Education.
• Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4.
• Pass the State-required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test as required by N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4.
• Possess a valid New Jersey driver's license.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Salary is commensurate with experience and as determined by the Marion P. Thomas Board of Trustees
• Employment Period: Ten (10) months
  

NEXT STEPS:

MPTCS is currently reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of responses received, not every applicant will be contacted.  If you meet the qualifications, you will be contacted to proceed with the selection process.

Marion P. Thomas Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.