Math Specialist

MATH SPECIALIST

Sussex County Public Schools is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Math Specialist to support high-quality mathematics instruction across grade levels. This role involves working closely with teachers, instructional staff, and school leaders to improve student outcomes through coaching, professional development, data analysis, and direct intervention. The Math Coach will serve as a key resource in advancing school-wide goals and fostering a culture of excellence in mathematics education.

Requirements:

• Valid Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Mathematics or a related field
• Masters Degree in education; complete a state-approved graduate-level program that includes coursework in mathematics and mathematics education
• Minimum of 5 effective years of experience as a certified math teacher
• Proven success working with students who struggle in mathematics
• Strong knowledge of how children learn math and how to differentiate instruction
• Experience with high-quality math curriculum and instructional materials
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, coach, and lead instructional improvement

Reports To: Director of Instruction

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Instructional Coaching & Support

• Serve as a resource to teachers, instructional staff, and school leaders on math education
• Observe math instruction, provide constructive feedback, and identify next steps to improve teaching practices (for support, not evaluation)
• Model exemplar math lessons and high-quality instructional strategies
• Support lesson preparation using high-quality math curriculum and materials
• Collaborate with other specialists and instructional leaders to align efforts with school-wide goals

Student Intervention & Support

• Provide individual and group math interventions to students daily
• Create and monitor student support plans tailored to math achievement
• Assist classroom teachers with implementing and monitoring math interventions
• Model and support high-quality interactions with students to foster engagement and understanding

Curriculum & Assessment

• Support curriculum development and implementation of high-quality math programs
• Create classroom and grade-level assessments to monitor progress and guide instruction
• Participate in school improvement planning, especially as it relates to mathematics

Data-Driven Instruction

• Analyze student data, identify trends, and support teachers in adjusting instruction accordingly
• Communicate regularly with the leadership team on school-wide math progress

Family & Community Engagement

• Support teachers with effective parent communication and strategies for family involvement
• Promote a belief in all students’ ability to become successful mathematicians

Professional Development

• Lead and participate in professional development sessions and PLCs focused on math instruction
• Attend all required meetings and trainings to stay current with best practices and district initiatives

Physical Requirements:

• Demonstrate overall good health.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate in clear, concise manner with

Terms of Employment: 8 hours per day, 11 months (220 days)

Evaluation: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of Sussex County School Board’s policy manual.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The Sussex County School Board is an equal opportunity employer; as such, it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, political affiliation, handicapping condition, or sex in its educational programs or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position or program to which application has been made.