What are the responsibilities and job description for the Math Specialist position at Los Angeles County Office of Education?
Job Summary
The School Math Specialist will play a key role in establishing a strong foundation of academic rigor and a vibrant school culture at Morongo School. This individual will set high expectations by guiding and coaching teachers to enhance instructional practices and student outcomes. Reporting to Education Administrator, the Math Specialist will serve as an instructional coach, focusing on the development, implementation, monitoring, and support of instructional improvement plans across all campuses to elevate student achievement in Math. As a critical lever in improving student performance, the Math Specialist will build teacher capacity by deepening their understanding of Common Core standards and Data-Driven Instruction by facilitating professional development and teacher individual support. Working collaboratively with certificated staff, the Math Specialist will promote teacher reflection and instructional growth, provide guidance through modeling, co-planning, and co-teaching, and offer constructive feedback to improve classroom instruction. Additionally, the specialist will support teachers with student interventions and differentiated instruction, ensuring that all students receive targeted academic support. The role will also involve addressing the needs of GATE students and neurodivergent learners, ensuring they have access to appropriate resources and strategies tailored to their unique learning styles. Through ongoing coaching and support, the Math Specialist will maintain a strong pulse on the school’s instructional needs, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and ensuring all students receive the high-quality math education they deserve.
Requirements / Qualifications
• Work individually with staff & collectively across multiple grade levels to improve instructional practices in Math. • Provide instructional leadership and support by exploring & implementing effective practices aligned with school frameworks, standards, & instructional and social-emotional programs. • Design, deliver, and facilitate professional learning opportunities. • Assist teachers through peer coaching, classroom observations, & peer feedback to enhance instructional effectiveness & support strategies for all students, particularly those in targeted student groups. • Support teachers in establishing appropriate instructional objectives, assessing student progress, & selecting instructional materials, including technology, aligned with Morongo School's goals and initiatives. • Demonstrate culturally responsive & technology-rich lessons while conducting classroom observations to support a variety of teaching & learning approaches. • Provide guidance to teachers in monitoring student achievement & planning classroom interventions to meet the needs of all students. • Assist in ensuring instructional articulation across various grade levels. • Work collaboratively with the Educational Services team to analyze student achievement data & cultivate a climate that promotes professional learning communities. • Work with the Educational Services team to plan & implement professional development through training & coaching, focusing on increasing teachers’ knowledge of instructional strategies, best practices, & effective use of curriculum materials • Support teachers in using benchmark & curriculum-embedded assessment data to improve instruction and apply common collaboration protocols for data analysis & instructional improvement • Work cooperatively with other instructional coaches & administrators to achieve a coordinated instructional program • Actively participate in professional meetings, required training, & weekly school learning/support sessions
• Possession of a clear multiple-subject or single-subject CA teaching credential in Math. • Minimum five years of teaching preferred. • First Aid/CPR • TB clearance • Expertise in data-driven instruction & establishing intervention programs • Knowledge of and success in promoting instructional techniques and creative approaches that result in improved learning for all students. • Unwaveringly high expectations for all students with the belief that every child should have access to a rigorous education. • An “all hands-on deck” mentality and willingness to do whatever it takes to build and maintain an achievement-driven student culture and positive, professional staff culture. • Ability to perform other duties as assigned.
Comments and Other Information
Morongo School - Morongo Band of Mission Indians
Application Deadline
4/30/2025 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/18/2025
Contact
Jeanette Griepenstroh
951-755-5180
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Depend on Experience
Length of Work Year
2025-2026
Employment Type
Full Time
Contact Human Resources
951-755-5184
Fax
951-755-5187
Email Resume to
resumes@morongo-nsn.gov
Check our website
www.morongo.com/employment
Morongo School Contact
erodriguez@morongoschool.org