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Elementary Teacher - Math Coach

Under limited supervision, employs classroom management techniques that result in an atmosphere for teaching/learning in which students can know what they are expected to do. Gives instruction to the students in the areas assigned by the principal. Reports to the Principal.

SC Certification with Mathematics endorsement is not required, but preferred.

Assist teachers, principals, and other staff in providing students an exemplary and highly effective mathematics program by providing ongoing professional development for teachers of mathematics.

Analyzes State, District and Nationally Normed student assessment results to assess the effectiveness of the curriculum and to plan professional development for district math teachers.

Assists in the development, implementation and analysis of district-wide benchmark items and assessments.

Ensures alignment of the District math curricula to the South Carolina mathematics standards.

Works directly with principals and faculty of all District schools in order to identify and implement an effective mathematics curriculum addressing South Carolina standards.

Assists in the development and implementation of district-wide units of study.

Provides a variety of training to address weaknesses in the curriculum (i.e. summer institutes, staff development workshops, coaching, etc.).

Develops and provides a variety of staff development opportunities for individuals, grade-level and department teams, small groups and the staff as a whole within the school and district.

Demonstrates model lessons integrating best practices into the mathematics curriculum by coaching and modeling for teachers.

Collaborates with coordinators of other disciplines and directors of federal programs to provide leadership, support and assistance to all teachers of mathematics.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Works with others consistently, collaboratively, and cooperatively in a professional and respectful manner.

Bachelor's degree or above. Valid South Carolina teacher's certificate in the assigned teaching area. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.

Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students and state standards in the subject area.

Establishes clear objectives for all classroom activities and communicates these objectives to students.

Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

Provides for a programmed system of homework to support and reinforce daily learning activities.

Utilizes effective classroom management strategies to create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and developmentally appropriate for students.

Writes lesson plans, daily and long-term.

Utilizes technology to enhance student learning.

Maintains a current teaching certificate and highly qualified status based on the "No Child Left Behind" guidelines.

Strives to implement by instruction and action the District's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.

Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.

Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of District specialists as required.

Takes all the necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.

Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulation.

Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Provide full, willing and helpful cooperation in carrying out all reasonable instructions or extra assignments which are given by the principal before, during and after the school day. Record accurately the number of students present and absent each day in the manner prescribed by the principal. Follow the curriculum standards and local course of study, to follow rules and regulations of the state and policies of the local Board, and to follow administrative procedures at the school and system level. Maintain positive relationships with the home, parent(s) and the community. Keep parent(s) duly informed of the child's progress (through a variety of methods) and hold conference with parents and appropriate others as necessary. Responsible for reporting any reasonable suspicions related to a child's health or welfare because of abuse or neglect to the appropriate state/community agency, as well as the principal. Abide by the SC Teacher Code of Ethics. Participate in appropriate and required staff development sessions at the school and/or system level. Ensure that the use of the district's resources (time, money, people) are used in the most strategic and effective way possible. Report all accidents/injuries on the required form to the principal in a timely manner. Properly supervise students. Keep a current class record and submit it to the principal upon request and at the end of the year. Keep a complete cumulative record on each child. Maintain a clean, orderly, safe classroom Administer appropriate assessments, record scores on cumulate records, interpret test scores as needed, and analyze assessment data to improve instruction and student learning Plan, prepare, implement, assess instructional lessons that teach the standards and are appropriate for individual student needs Maintain proper classroom and school order that supports student learning

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Spartanburg School District Seven does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, religion, sex, color, disability, age, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by local, state, or federal law. The district also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups as required by law.