Instructional Math and Science Coaches | Executive Search Services

Position Category	Teaching - Upper Elementary
Position Type	Instructional Math and Science Coaches in Oklahoma
Posting Start Date	4/14/2023
Posting End Date	5/14/2023
Position Start Date	6/1/2023
School District	Southern Regional Education Board
City, State	ATLANTA, GA United States
Description	Are you committed to the profession of teaching? Are you passionate about Science or Mathematics? Are you excited about the opportunity to work with a long standing School Improvement team to support novice math and science teachers in Oklahoma? Then you should consider our nonprofit organization that has been focused on improving education since 1948 and provides support to educational entities through coaching and professional development. The Southern Regional Education Board works with states to improve education at every level, from pre-K through Ph.D. Our vision is that each child and adult in the SREB region will have high-quality educational opportunities that build on the rich diversity of the region and lead to productive, meaningful lives and robust economies. If you want to be a member of a team passionate about improving schools by advancing powerful mathematics and science practices, then we want you to apply! Summary: We have an exceptional opportunity for Instructional Math and Science Coaches in Oklahoma through a federal SEED grant to provide instructional support through coaching and professional development for novice math and science teachers in grades 4-8. Instructional coaches will provide guidance and support through observations and feedback on instruction and classroom management strategies, lesson planning, model lessons and analyzing student data. This position will serve regions of Oklahoma and is funded through September 30, 2025, with a possible extension through September 30, 2027. What does an Instructional Coach do? • Designs, plans, facilitates, and evaluates professional development with teachers, students and administrators. • Coaches teachers and teacher leaders for continuous improvement. • Prepares and presents professional development material to principals, teachers, and other school staff. • Analyzes district and site teacher effectiveness data to determine strategic recommendations and/or district professional development. • Observes and provides teacher feedback on classroom instruction; communicates with school and district leaders regarding teacher progress towards instructional shifts. • Collects evidence of instructional strategies; uses evidence to help teachers, coaches, and administrators adjust instruction.
Required Qualifications	What does it take to be an Instructional Coach? Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Education, with a preferred focus on either Secondary Math Education or Science Education, or Middle Grades Math and/or Science Education; AND 10 years of classroom management in the areas of math or science; OR Master's degree in Education, Instructional Leadership, or a related field; AND two (2) years of classroom experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Required Knowledge and Skills For this opportunity, we seek candidates who have knowledge of: • Current trends in mathematics and science practices and instructional design, preferably k-12 concepts. • Principles and practices of instruction, effective lesson planning and lesson design. • Computer applications/software related to the work. • Principles and techniques of making effective oral presentations. For this opportunity, we seek candidates who can: • Managing multiple projects and priorities and meeting deadlines. • Using Microsoft Office Word, PPT, Excel and Google tools. • Ability to effectively articulate and demonstrate high-quality teaching practices • Exhibits a strong commitment to the teaching profession • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. • Analyzing multiple sources of data to make decisions on improving instruction.
Preferred Qualifications	Additional Requirements and Qualifications: • Candidates with mathematics and/or science coaching experience – strongly preferred • Candidates must have or previously had a teaching certificate. • Ability to travel overnight (work is subject to extended travel) • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time and carry up to 20 pounds • Successful completion of a background investigation and drug test • Valid Driver’s License Our commitment to our team members: • Medical, Dental and Vision • Flexible spending and health saving account options • Short-term disability • Generous time off and holidays • Outstanding retirement plan
Include the following materials with your application:	Cover Letter
Include the following materials with your application:	Resume
Link	https://www.sreb.org/careers
Contact Name	Terri Cavender
Contact Email	Terri.Cavender@sreb.org