Instructional Specialist - Math - Decker Prairie Elementary School - 2024-2025 School Year - Tomball Independent School District

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Primary role is to support the implementation of the mathematics curriculum at the campus level by assisting teachers and students with instructional needs that will positively impact student success.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree from accredited university with a major in assigned subject preferred

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of Tomball ISD math curriculum and state standards for math

A comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Strong classroom instructional and management skills and the ability to coach others in the

development of these skills

Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Experience:

Five years teaching experience in subject area assigned

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Work closely with teachers to facilitate use of preferred instructional practices, including classroom visits to observe, model, coach, and provide feedback.

2. Plan with teachers and teacher teams at the building level to ensure a full implementation of the Tomball ISD math curriculum.

3. Provide small group support for students needing interventions in mathematics.

4. Provide input to the Problem Solving Team regarding mathematics interventions and resources.

5. Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to examine curriculum and instruction program effectiveness for math.

6. Monitor the progress of students receiving mathematics interventions.

7. Participate in the planning and presenting of mathematics professional development at the campus/district level.

8. Serve on the district curriculum teams.

9. Attend regularly scheduled district-wide math specialist meetings.

10. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
11. Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies.
12. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
13. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional prolonged or irregular hours.