Skills Math Specialist; grades 3-6

Basic Skills Math Specialist (grades 3-6)

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Grade 4-6 Mathematics
• Date Posted: 2/25/2025
• Location:
  
  Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School
• Date Available:
  
  09/01/2025

Position

Purpose:

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' skills and competence in basic and complex mathematical principles, equations, formulas and calculations, as well as an understanding of the application of mathematics in the solution of practical problems.

• Develop and administer mathematics curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area, and translate lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize available time for instruction.
• Teach knowledge and skills in mathematics, including concepts such as real and imaginary numbers, formulas, calculations and geometry, and promote creative thinking and analysis in related areas.
• Design learning activities to demonstrate the application of mathematics to everyday existence and problem‑solving.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modify instructional methods to fit individual student needs, including students with special needs; conduct individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Maintain familiarity with district and Connecticut State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
• Continue to acquire professional knowledge and stay current by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record‑keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance per district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourage parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensure that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinate with other professional staff, especially within grade level, and participate in faculty meetings and committees.
• Select and requisition appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintain inventory records.

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of a wide range of mathematics subject areas, including arithmetic, equations, calculus, trigonometry, geometry, and other related areas.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

• NJDOE Certification in Elementary Education – Mathematics

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Master's degree preferred.