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Math Coach ( Grades 5-8)

Reach Academy

115 Ash Street

Buffalo , NY 14204

Certified - Teaching - Coaching

Job Number 3300052096

Start Date

Open Date 05/29/2025

Closing Date 06/04/2025

Math Instructional Coach Job Description

The Math Instructional Coach will provide instructional support and coaching to all REACH Academy Staff as they work to ensure that each student is able to reach his or her academic potential. The Coaches primary role is to work with teachers to support best practices in using data, provide analysis of school-wide trends in instruction, and make recommendations about potential next steps to address areas of need. As an advisor to teachers and principals, the Coach is responsible for four main areas: a) observing instructional delivery and providing feedback to enhance and support the development of each math teacher's content area b) supporting teachers in the design of units and lessons for the development of their yearlong curriculum, c) analyzing data in order to modify curriculum and forms of assessment to meet students' needs, and d) working with the academic staff (grade level leaders, deans, counselors, and principal) in the schools to support sharing of best practices.

Required Knowledge and Skills for Open Positions at REACH

+ Strong leadership ability;

+ Fluent in reading, writing and speaking in English;

+ Excellent verbal and written skills, as well as outstanding interpersonal skills;

+ Ability to work well with students and colleagues; willingness to be an active, enthusiastic member of REACH community;

+ Commitment to equity and inclusion;

+ Willingness to adapt to an existing curriculum as well as contribute ideas to enhance the respective academic programs;

+ Ability to be flexible, open and willing to implement new ideas in the classroom;

+ Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities, projects and task;

+ Commitment to work and contribute to a team;

+ Seek resources and solutions to effectively solve problems;

+ Excellent attendance and punctuality;

+ A clear understanding of and appreciation for the goals and criteria of REACH Academy Charter School;

+ Have a passion for Urban Education;

+ Adhere to a high level of professional and ethical standards;

+ Knowledge of Elementary Mathematics Standards in New York State;

+ Experience with Center Based Learning in Math and Guided Math

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ Participates as an advisor, resource specialist, and facilitator in grade level meetings;

+ Provides individual and/or group instructional coaching and mentoring to teachers to improve classroom instruction for all learners;

+ Demonstrates creativity and takes initiative in planning and implementing student-centered programs and events, such as quarterly Honor Roll celebrations and other academic recognition opportunities that actively involve scholars and their families;

+ Applies a variety of instructional strategies to facilitate team effectiveness, collaboration, problem solving, leadership, meeting management, and conflict resolution;

+ Works collaboratively in planning with teachers, support staff and others as appropriate, in addressing the needs of students and implementing effective teaching and learning practices;

+ Supports the instructional development of all teachers in understanding the CCSS, and varied assessments;

+ Assists teachers in understanding REACH Academy Charter School's model and core values;

+ Assists with teacher planning and pacing of units/lessons, the development of differentiated lessons, and the selection of the best practices to meet the needs of their students;

+ Informally observes lesson (non-evaluative) and provides feedback for a teacher's professional growth and students' success;

+ Models lessons in classrooms on a daily/weekly basis;

+ Supports teachers and administrators in using data to improve instruction on all levels;

+ Distributes and manages instructional and classroom materials to teachers;

+ Works with administration, and team and/or grade level teachers in planning standard based units of study and assessments aligned to REACH Academy Charter School curriculum model;

+ Serves as the case manager for students with disabilities and those with 504 plans, attend annual IEP meetings, re-evaluations, eligibility meetings and maintain records and confidentiality, etc;

+ Provides appropriate consultation and interventions for students who are at risk and facilitate the identification of students for special education when appropriate;

+ Performs other duties assigned by the Head of School

Qualifications/Education and/or Experience

+ Master's Degree in education or related field required from an accredited institution;

+ Previous coaching experience preferred;

+ Administrative Certification (SBL/SDL) preferred;

+ Able to work an 11- month position

Compensation

REACH Academy Charter School offers a competitive salary based on a step scale that reflects prior years of experience and certification level.

+ Entry-level salary for certified first-year teachers begins at $45,000.

Please make sure to complete an application by clickinghere (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app\_login?COMPANY\_ID=00005387) for this job posting.

Job Attachment View Attachment

Salary: From 45000.00

Salary: To 65830.00

Salary Competitive Y

Position Status Full time

Start Date 07/01/2025

Contact Person's Name Amie Caster

Contact Person's Title Director of Operations

Contact Person's Phone 716-248-1485

Contact Person's Email [email protected]