Coordinator of Math and Science

Valley View Public School District Mathematics And Science Coordinator

The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill the 6-12 Mathematics and Science Coordinator position for the  school year. The 6-12 Mathematics/Science Coordinator reports to the 6-12 Director of Mathematics and Science and is responsible for coordinating the mathematics and science programs for the district, promoting effective mathematics and science instruction throughout the district, modeling effective instructional practices and providing effective resources for teachers in 6-12 classrooms in the areas of classroom management, mathematics, and hands-on, inquiry based science.

The coordinator will work with building administration to coordinate the work of mathematics and science teachers and support Tier II and Tier III intervention implementation. They will facilitate the development, implementation, and evaluation of the mathematics and science curriculum, assist administrators and staff with professional development in mathematics and science, create, facilitate, and manage district curriculum committees, co-facilitate district committee meetings in mathematics and science, support teachers and staff with the alignment and successful implementation of the Common Core State Standards in the area of Mathematics and Next Generation Science Standards in the area of Science, coordinate the development, implementation, and analysis of mathematics and science curriculum-based common assessments, assist in the creation and implementation of effective reporting practices, visit schools regularly to observe mathematics and science practices in order to support instruction, meet regularly with teachers to promote data-driven instructional practices, and train, answer questions, offer curricular support, and facilitate sharing in a Professional Learning Community setting.

They will also assist in the coordination of professional development workshops for Institute Days, School Improvement Days, after hours, and summer opportunities, manage and update the district's 6-12 curriculum website, maintain textbook and materials (ordering and inventory), and collaborate effectively with other departments.

Applicant must hold a State of Illinois Teaching Certificate, Masters Degree in Mathematics, Science, or Curriculum and Instruction, Preferred Type 75 or Administrative Endorsement, five years successful 6-12 mathematics or science teaching experience, preferred three to five years experience in a leadership position related to curriculum planning and alignment, implementation, and evaluation, strong technology background, knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to best instructional practices, Response to Intervention, NWEA-MAP and Professional Learning Communities, strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with all professionals, parents, students and community members, effective time-management skills and ability to carry out multiple assignments and tasks, experience meeting the learning needs of diverse learners, including those from varying economic and cultural backgrounds and those who are English Language Learners.

Salary is in accordance with the teacher salary schedule. The District offers excellent fringe benefits, including life, health, and dental insurance. Benefits:
Medical/Vision and Dental coverage through BCBSIL FSA and Dependent Daycare accounts Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability insurance Tuition Reimbursement Salary Advancement TRS contribution included in base salary 403B.

Applicants should apply online d.org and upload a letter of application, resume, and three (3) letters of recommendation. Interviews with selected applicants will be held as soon as practicable after the deadline date. Equal Opportunity Employer.