Elementary Instructional Math Coach

Position Details

Elementary Instructional Math Coach Job

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Instructional Math Coach
• Date Posted: 5/18/2026
• Location:
  
  Ridge Lawn School
• Date Available:
  
  08/17/2026

This position will work with classroom teachers in a K-5 setting.

• Bachelor's Degree in Elementary or Middle School Education
• Valid IL teaching certificate (Type 03 or 09)
• Experience teaching math to elementary students or have middle school math endorsement

• Engage in continuous professional learning to strengthen knowledge and expertise in mathematics curriculum, instructional practices, coaching strategies, assessment, and current research-based practices in math education.
• Plan, facilitate, and support ongoing professional development for district math staff focused on curriculum resources, instructional practices, assessment, intervention, and high quality math instruction.
• Coordinate math assessments and progress monitoring.
• Assist with the delivery of mathematics-related instruction tied to the District Curriculum Standards.
• Model research-based best practice instructional strategies in the classroom.
• Collaborate effectively with staff, sharing expert content and instructional knowledge and resources while demonstrating creativity, flexibility, and responsiveness.
• Support teachers in implementing and differentiating integrated units and in rubric assessment development in order to meet the needs of our students.
• Orient beginning teachers to the philosophy, procedures, and materials for the district math program.
• Maintain weekly collaboration schedule with grade level teachers, building principals, and district level administration to improve mathematics instruction across the curriculum.
• Aggregate and analyze data, diagnose instructional needs and identify research-based instructional strategies teachers can use in the classroom.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to develop and share parent-friendly math resources, communication, and learning opportunities that strengthen family understanding and support of student math achievement.
• Initiate regular and ongoing contact with all math teachers, and create and maintain an environment of trust and respect.
• Observe teachers during their math instruction in an effort to provide feedback and coaching for the classroom teacher in mathematics instruction.
• Consult with building and district level administrators on a regular basis regarding the consistency of program implementation by grade level.
• Represent the District in a positive, honest way; interacting with all colleagues, parents and students with respect and integrity.
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned by the building administrator or superintendent.