Math Specialist .REVISED - Whispering Wind

Job Title

2026-27 Math Specialist .6 [REVISED] – Whispering Wind Academy – Phoenix, Arizona

• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  Posted until filled
• Posted:
  Mar 27, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date:
  Jul 27, 2026
• Position Type: .5 FTE

• Administers developmental testing programs and/or subject‑specific assessments to evaluate student competency
• Advises parents and legal guardians on student progress and development of improvement strategies
• Assesses student progress toward objectives and provides feedback to students, parents, and administration
• Collaborates with instructional staff, parents, and community resources to improve student outcomes
• Counsels students to improve performance, health, problem‑solving skills, and personal issues
• Demonstrates pedagogical approaches that engage learners and address individual requirements
• Differentiates classroom work to meet individualized learning needs within established lesson plans
• Directs assistant teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers, and student workers to support effective classroom programs
• Facilitates student learning to achieve success in academics, interpersonal skills, and daily living through defined lesson plans
• Instructs students to improve academic success through a defined course of study
• Manages student behavior to promote a safe and optimal learning environment
• Monitors students in various educational settings (e.g., classroom, playground, field trips) to maintain safety
• Organizes age‑appropriate indoor and outdoor activities to ensure student participation in learning activities
• Participates in PLC teams to review data and instructional practices
• Engages in staff, district, IEP, and 504 meetings to convey and gather critical information
• Prepares written materials (grades, attendance, anecdotal records) to document progress and meet mandated requirements
• Reports health and safety issues to the administrator and appropriate agencies to maintain student safety and comply with regulations
• Responds to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns
• Responds to inquiries from teachers, parents, and administrators to resolve issues and provide direction
• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient functioning of the work unit

• Skills:
  
  Administer assessment instruments; operate standard office equipment; teach Arizona State‑recognized standards; maintain accurate records
• Knowledge:
  Algebra and/or geometry; technical reading, writing and facilitation; analysis of situations; government codes, policies, and regulations; lesson‑plan requirements; child development stages; behavioral management strategies
• Abilities:
  Schedule activities, meetings and events; gather and analyze data; operate job‑related equipment; adapt to changing priorities; maintain confidentiality; exhibit tact, patience, and flexibility; work flexible hours
• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in a job‑related area
• Required Licensure:
  Arizona Teaching Certificate;
  Appropriate Core Content Area certification; SEI Endorsement
• Clearance:
  Criminal background clearance;
  Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Desired
  
  Experience:
  
  Experience related to the position

The role requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and fine finger dexterity. The position includes 10% sitting, 40% walking, and 50% standing, with exposure to temperature extremes and occasional risk of injury.

• Whispering Wind Academy
• Phone: 602‑449‑7300

Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, or disability in admission or access to, or in treatment or employment in its programs and activities. For inquiries concerning compliance with Title VI, Section 504, ADA, or GINA, contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.