Instructional Specialist Elementary Mathematics Job Columbus area,Georgia USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Instructional Specialist for Elementary Mathematics

Job Description

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POSITION TITLE:

Instructional Specialist for Elementary Mathematics

FLSA:

Exempt

SALARY:

Teacher Salary Schedule

WORK DAYS:

220

LOCATION:

Muscogee County Public Education Center (MCPEC)/Division of Teaching & Learning

REPORTS TO:

Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction PK-12

Primary Function:

The job of Instructional Specialist for Elementary Mathematics is done for the purpose/s of serving as the district's lead content-specific instructional expert by supporting the successful implementation of the Georgia curriculum standards and instructional frameworks and the district strategic plan across MCSD schools; providing leadership and vision in the ongoing planning, implementation, development, review, and evaluation of the district's curriculum and instructional services in grades 6-12;

designing and delivering high-quality professional development (PD) for teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators; collecting, analyzing, synthesizing, and reporting instructional and student performance data; designing and maintaining a coherent local system of content-specific assessments; managing instructional resources, programs, and budgets; coordinating district-wide academic competitions and student recognition events; supporting the responsible integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and emerging educational technology into content-area instruction;

and engaging staff, students, families, and community stakeholders around curriculum and instruction.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Educational Level: Master's degree in Mathematics Education, Special Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or closely related field from an accredited institution.

2. Certifications/Licenses:
Valid Georgia Teaching Certificate or Service Certificate at Level 5 or higher. Education Specialist degree or higher in a closely related field preferred.

3.

Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience in classroom teaching with a strong emphasis on Mathematics instruction. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in instructional coaching, teacher leadership, or district/school-level curriculum role. Demonstrated experience designing and delivering professional learning for adult learners in the content and instructional delivery. Experience with assessment administration, analysis, and data-driven decision-making. Experience supporting Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and evidence-based literacy intervention programs.

Experience managing instructional programs, materials, and budgets

4. Physical

Activities:

Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities.

5. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: developing and monitoring curriculum; writing student learning outcomes; researching and evaluating curriculum standards; designing and facilitating professional learning for adult learners;

reading and writing technical documentation; analyzing and visualizing instructional and student performance data; communicating effectively in oral and written form; managing instructional programs, budgets, and vendor relationships; coordinating large-scale events and competitions; project management and independent problem solving; operating standard office equipment and utilizing pertinent software applications, including Microsoft 365, data visualization tools, learning management systems, and approved AI platforms;

planning and managing multiple concurrent projects; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and training, developing, and providing non-evaluative support to instructional staff. KNOWLEDGE is required to read, interpret, and communicate technical information; compose a variety of documents; facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: deep, current, and expert-level knowledge of [Content Area] pedagogy,…