Math Instructional Specialist at Propel Braddock Hills Elementary School Job Pittsburgh area,Pennsylvania USA,Education / Teaching

Math Instructional Specialist at Propel Braddock Hills Elementary School

Propel seeks a Math Instructional Specialist. This position is a 3 year grant-funded position open immediately.

This position will analyze assessment data and provide push-in and pull-out research-based intervention in math to scholars that are currently on cusp or below grade level based on analysis of the formal school-wide assessments, math team input, teacher input, and other assessment instruments.

Compensation:
Based on relevant prior work experience, our salary scale starting at $31,310 (year 3-group

D)

Health Insurance:
Medical, dental, and vision plan options at a low cost for individual employees and families.

Retirement:
New hires participate in a 403(b);
Propel contributes 5% automatically and matches up to 4%. This increases after 5 years.

Paid Leave:
In addition to 2 paid Wellness Days annually, you will receive 5 sick days and 9 Personal Days

Tuition Assistance:
Reimbursement of up to $3,000 annually upon completion of course and receipt of grades for coursework that meets our eligibility requirements.

Wellness Benefit:
Reimbursement of $20 per month for wellness activities including Gym Memberships, health programs, etc. Additionally, staff have the ability to earn up to $300 for participation in a Wellness Program each year.

Essential Responsibilities:

Administer and co-analyze CDT, IXL, and Common Assessment data.

Gather, organize, and interpret assessment data on identified scholars.

Utilize best practice instructional strategies and research-based intervention methods and strategies to meet the learning needs of identified scholars.

Model the use of intervention strategies, through their use in the classroom, to general and special education educators.

Analyze existing scholar achievement data and administer scholar assessment and progress monitoring instruments as needed to aid in the diagnosis of math deficits and progress monitoring of identified scholars.

Attend professional development opportunities that promote improved instructional strategies and support researched-based resource materials needed to implement the intervention program successfully and support/maintain professional growth.

Communicate regularly with the Math Fluency Coordinator and utilize the support and feedback provided to improve practice.

Perform any other task as determined by the Director of Math & Science.

Essential Mindsets:

Own It. We work hard, set goals, and take responsibility for our scholars learning.
Walk Through the Door. We show up on time with a positive mindset and never give up on what's possible for our scholars.
Look in the Mirror. Our staff is accountable, dedicated and honest.
Treat Others the Way You Want to be Treated. Our staff are culturally competent. In all interactions they are courteous, engaged and empathetic.
Do Your Part. We make connections with our scholars, our families, our colleagues and our community and realize that education is a team effort.

Qualifications:

An associate's (or higher) degree

Meeting a rigorous standard of quality that demonstrates, through a formal assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in math instruction.

Ability to learn various technological resources.

Education related Field or Work Experience

Ability to work collaboratively in a non-traditional, Urban education environment

Organizational Overview:

Propel Schools is the largest network of public charter schools in Allegheny County consisting of 13 schools and approximately 4,000 scholars. Our mission is to provide high-quality schools to underserved communities. Each of our schools provide a rigorous academic environment and small class sizes where educators focus on providing each scholar with support and individualized attention. With one of the top starting teacher salaries in Allegheny County, a customizable benefits package and extraordinary career and professional development opportunities, Propel Schools is one of the area's premier education organizations.

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