Project Manager, Mathematics Education

Project Manager, Mathematics Education

Agency: 265 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Supervisory Organization:
Department of Education–Oliver Hodge Education Building

Job Type: Regular

Compensation: $67,200

The Project Manager for Mathematics to oversee the implementation and continuous improvement of the Oklahoma Academic Standards for Mathematics. This crucial role involves organizing revisions, collaborating with committees, developing guidance resources, and delivering professional development initiatives for districts and at state conferences.

Please note:

This role requires a consistent, in-person presence at the designated workplace in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and does not offer remote, telecommuting, or hybrid options.

• Knowledge & Expertise:
  Deep understanding of mathematical concepts and principles across various grade levels. Familiarity with the Oklahoma Academic Standards for Mathematics or similar state standards frameworks. Knowledge of educational standards development processes, including how standards are created, revised, and aligned with national frameworks.
• Oversight of Oklahoma Academic Standards for Mathematics:
  Manage the ongoing development, review, and implementation of the Oklahoma Academic Standards for Mathematics, ensuring alignment with national standards and best practices. Monitor changes in education policy, research, and pedagogical trends relevant to mathematics education, and integrate findings into standards development as appropriate.
• Professional Development:
  Plan, organize, and deliver professional development sessions, workshops, and conferences for educators at the district level and state-wide. Collaborate with internal and external partners to identify training needs, develop content, and evaluate the effectiveness of professional development initiatives.
• Guidance Resource Creation:
  Develop comprehensive guidance resources, including curriculum frameworks, instructional materials, assessment strategies, and professional development materials, to support educators in effectively implementing the mathematics standards. Ensure that guidance resources are accessible, user-friendly, and aligned with the needs of diverse learners and educational contexts.
• Collaboration and Facilitation:
  Coordinate and facilitate meetings with committees comprised of educators, administrators, and stakeholders to gather feedback, review standards, and propose revisions.

• Bachelor's Degree in mathematics, education, or a closely related field [official transcripts required upon hire];
• Possession of a valid Oklahoma teaching certificate in mathematics education;
• Four (4) years of experience teaching or coordinating the instruction of elementary mathematics in PK-12.

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship;
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check;
• Must possess a valid driver's license from a U.S. state or territory to perform necessary job-related travel.
• Occasional (up to 20%) in-state/out-of-state travel may be required.

Office setting based out of:
Oliver Hodge Building, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

• Physical Demands include:
• Ability to stand, reach, and bend 50% of the time;
• Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine/printer, and office telephone 75% of the time;
• Ascends/descends stairs 25% of the time;
• Ability to lift to 25 lbs.
• Cognitive Requirements:
• This role requires clear and accurate communication, strong analytical skills, and the ability to evaluate information and make timely decisions.
• Sustained focus and attention to detail are essential, along with memory retention of policies, procedures, and facts over various time frames.
• Adaptability and mental flexibility are also necessary to handle changing information, work conditions, and unexpected challenges.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with an agency that values your well-being? Look no further! At OSDE, we're proud to offer a robust benefits package designed to support you and your family every step of the way.

• Generous Benefits Allowance:
  Up to $21,934.08 annually, tailored to family size, for purchasing benefits.
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans:
  Choose from a variety of insurance plans with no pre-existing conditions, exclusions, or limitations.
• Flexible Spending…