Instructional Coach - Mathematics (K-8)

Instructional Coach - Mathematics (K-8)

JobID: 6317

Position Type: Certified Teacher/Instructional Coach - Math

Date Posted: 3/16/2026

Location: Benjamin Jepson Magnet School (PreK - 8)

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Mathematics Instructional Coach

Compensation/Benefits/Opportunities: Local 933, New Haven Federation of Teachers New Haven teachers are offered a variety of leadership development opportunities including but not limited to curriculum facilitator, teacher facilitator and the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute. Additional benefits include community support, special federal/state loan forgiveness, and home buyer programs. Salary contingent on degree and years of experience: 25-26 School Year: $51,421 - $104,297 26-27 School Year Salary contingent upon approval of new contract

REPORTS TO: Supervisor of Mathematics

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Supervisor of Mathematics, the Math Coach ensures students receive high-quality mathematics instruction by providing teachers in a school building professional development through modeling lessons, observations and feedback sessions, data analysis, and more. The Math Coach serves as the mathematics content expert and provides support on curriculum, instruction, and assessment working closely with the administration in a school. The Math Coach takes a hands-on approach to improving instruction and effectiveness by working at various levels (classroom, school, district-wide) to directly support instruction, intervention, and Mathematical Development for all students, including students with disabilities and multilingual learners.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIE

• Facilitates Professional Development Communities
• Meets regularly with Administrators to discuss math practices, goals, and outcomes
• Oversees and support ongoing math assessment across all math classrooms
• Collects data, analyzes, and keeps comprehensive records on student progress to facilitate progress monitoring
• Assesses and communicates classroom needs for instructional materials, and focused student support, to allocate resources and determine professional development and coaching needs
• Communicates with Administrative Team on schoolwide math progress

Instructional Support

• Assists administrators, teachers, and appropriate staff in effectively implementing NHPS Mathematics Curriculum Frameworks
• Works cooperatively with teachers (inclusive of Special Education and Bilingual) to support mathematics development and curriculum implementation
• Develops and leads professional development (in various formats) to staff for improving math instruction utilizing current curricular resources
• Models exemplary lessons for teachers and provides assessment strategies for mathematics development
• Develops and supports math intervention plans for at-risk students in the SRBI/RTI process
• Teaches one intervention group daily
• Assists teachers in effectively using educational technology for mathematics instruction
• Provides professional development and classroom support on lesson design and best practices for mathematics

Departmental Support

• Works to stay current in best mathematics practices
• Collaborates closely with other Math Coaches in school and district
• Participates in all mathematics programs and curriculum development activities
• Attends all required meetings and training
• Completes all required paperwork on schedule
• Performs other duties as required by the Supervisor

Family Support:

• Confers with parents, teachers, administrators, and other appropriate staff on all matters related to student achievement in mathematics
• Assists parents in improving home-school connection in mathematics

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Five years of successful teaching experience. Knowledge of research-based curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices. Knowledge of Common Core and Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium. Experience using instructional technology to support teaching and learning, curriculum development, staff training, and program and student accountability. Outstanding organizational skills and close attention to detail; outstanding written and oral communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to change quickly, and meet deadlines. Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative. Strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to ones work. Commitment to the belief that all students can learn, to educational equity, and the vision and mission of New Haven Public Schools

CERTIFICATION / ENDORSEMENT REQUIREMENTS: • Valid teaching certification • 305 (PK-6 Elem) AND either 229 (4-8 Middle School Math) or 029 (4-12 High School Math)

EVALUATION: Evaluated annually by the Supervisor of Mathematics

NOTE: The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not be construed as a complete listing of all duties or a contract. In all cases, these relationships, functions, and applications are subject to change by the Superintendent of Schools.