Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic, skilled, and warm Long Term Sub .6 Math Specialist/Coach to serve students from January 2 - February 14, 2025 To enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. 

About Needham Public Schools (NPS): NPS has a deep commitment to the success of our diverse students and families and to the professional accomplishments of its educators. Needham devotes itself to cultural proficiency, equity, and community collaboration to fulfill the vision of the Portrait of a Needham Graduate. This METCO district comprises 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 nationally-ranked high school serving approximately 5,500 students. NPS is committed to addressing equity in the district by focusing on improving academic performance for historically marginalized students and ensuring our schools are safe for every child and free of bias, bullying, and hurtful acts that demean and diminish. Read more about our equity work here.

General Responsibilities of the Mathematics Coach Specialist;.  

Job Description

Under the direction of the Principal and the K-5 Director of Mathematics, the Math Specialist/Coach will provide student centered support and coaching for classroom teachers to extend their capacity to teach mathematics to all learners.  Responsibilities include:  direct support to students and teachers, leading professional development, helping teachers to use research and benchmark data to inform practice and make decisions regarding instruction, resource materials, and curriculum integration.  The focus of the position encompasses the areas of intervention and extension and is intended to support, not replace, the instruction delivered by classroom teachers.

Essential Functions and Duties of the Position

The essential functions and duties listed below are intended as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position:

1. Provide Direct Support to students 

2. Support classroom teachers in an on-going co-teaching approach involving co-planning lesson design and differentiated instruction.

3. Deliver direct instruction to students who are either struggling with mathematics or who dramatically exceed existing grade level benchmark.

4. Meet with and work collaboratively with a leadership team consisting of building leadership, Literacy and math Coaches

Education and Experience

• Masters Degree preferred
• Classroom teaching, including math experience
• DESE Math (Grade 1-6) Certification preferred; 1-6 elementary licensure preferred
• Experience with Illustrative Math and ST Math preferred

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

•       Must have deep understanding of math content along with sophisticated understanding of developmental needs of student acquisition of mathematical knowledge.
•       Must have working knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Framework for Mathematics, both content and practice standards.
•       Must be a highly motivated, self-starter who can work both independently and collaboratively.
•       Must have ability to collect and analyze data in order to make recommendations for instructional programming and professional development using best practice

Salary and Benefits:

Please review our website.

Reports To:

Director of Math, Kathleen Hubbard  in collaboration with the school principal, Karen Bourn

Selection Procedure:

All resumes will be screened and selected candidates will participate in a thorough interview process

Application Procedure:

Please apply online: http://www.needham.k12.ma.us/careers

Applications will be considered only when a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, license, and transcripts have been attached to your online application.

The Needham Public School System is a member of METCO, Developing Equity and Achievement for Students (IDEAS), and the Greater Boston School Human Resources Network.  Candidates who have a strong commitment to active anti-racism are encouraged to apply.

The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate against students, parents, employees, or the general public on the basis of race, color, sex, homeless status, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or age. In addition to the protected classes identified and in regard to employment practices, the Needham Public Schools also does not discriminate based on genetic information, ancestry, or status as a veteran.