What are the responsibilities and job description for the FY26: Instructional Specialist (12-month), Cross Functional Teams PreK-12 Math, 1.0 FTE position at Montgomery County Public Schools?
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under the supervision of the Division of Teaching and Learning, the PreK-12 Mathematics Instructional Specialist serves schools directly as part of a Cross-Functional Team, supporting teachers and school administrators in the delivery of high-quality mathematics instruction. This position provides on-the-ground instructional support in schools by working alongside educators to co-teach, model lessons, facilitate collaborative planning, and lead professional learning communities (PLCs) focused on best practices in mathematics instruction.
As a core member of a cross-functional team, 80% of this role is dedicated to providing direct service and support to schools in the field. The cross-functional team model fosters a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to school support, ensuring instructional strategies are aligned with student needs and school goals. Team members are expected to engage in shared problem-solving, data analysis, and instructional planning, while providing coordinated and responsive support to schools. Specialists must be flexible, proactive, and collaborative, ensuring equitable access to high-quality instruction for all students.
The instructional specialist collaborates with school-based teams to analyze student data, implement high-quality, differentiated Tier 1 instruction, and design targeted interventions to support all learners. By focusing on classroom-level instructional coaching and professional development, the specialist ensures that all students—including students with disabilities and those requiring enrichment—receive equitable access to rigorous, grade-level curriculum.
ACCOUNTABILITY & SUPERVISION: The instructional specialist is accountable to the School Leadership Director but is supervised and evaluated by a subject-matter expert supervisor. This structure ensures alignment between school-based priorities and system-wide instructional initiatives, fostering a collaborative and coordinated approach to improving mathematics instruction.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of MCPS mathematics curriculum and all its included resources, tools and strategies, data, accountability structures, MCPS policies/practices, and effective instructional practices. A deep understanding of the teaching and learning process and the Maryland College and Career Ready Standards in mathematics. Expertise in early childhood mathematics including, but not limited to number core, through secondary math. Expertise in adult learning theory, differentiated instruction, equitable and culturally relevant practices. Ability to coach, model, and build the knowledge and skills of mathematics teachers. Excellent organizational and management skills. Excellent skills in collecting, analyzing, and using data to support instructional decisions for students. Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and culturally responsive education. Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum. Strong collaboration and coaching skills, working effectively with principals, teachers, and central office staff to support school improvement initiatives and high-quality mathematics instruction. Exceptional organizational, communication (oral and written), time management, project management, and human relations skills. Strong presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to lead professional learning experiences for diverse audiences. Proficiency in using multiple data platforms, Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, Canvas, and other MCPS technology platforms used for collaboration, coaching, and instructional design.
Job Specific Information
The wage range for this position is a salary between $73, 505 and $149,618 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view
Job
Instructional Specialist
Organization
Offices
Primary Location
Rockville
Schedule
Full-time
Working Months
12
Shift
Day Job
Job Posting
Feb 20, 2025, 3:55:38 PM
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of MCPS mathematics curriculum and all its included resources, tools and strategies, data, accountability structures, MCPS policies/practices, and effective instructional practices. A deep understanding of the teaching and learning process and the Maryland College and Career Ready Standards in mathematics. Expertise in early childhood mathematics including, but not limited to number core, through secondary math. Expertise in adult learning theory, differentiated instruction, equitable and culturally relevant practices. Ability to coach, model, and build the knowledge and skills of mathematics teachers. Excellent organizational and management skills. Excellent skills in collecting, analyzing, and using data to support instructional decisions for students. Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and culturally responsive education. Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum. Strong collaboration and coaching skills, working effectively with principals, teachers, and central office staff to support school improvement initiatives and high-quality mathematics instruction. Exceptional organizational, communication (oral and written), time management, project management, and human relations skills. Strong presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to lead professional learning experiences for diverse audiences. Proficiency in using multiple data platforms, Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, Canvas, and other MCPS technology platforms used for collaboration, coaching, and instructional design.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree or equivalency from an accredited college or university with courses in mathematics, curriculum, instruction, and assessment/evaluation, professional development preferred. Five years of successful experience as a classroom teacher. Mathematics teaching and school leadership experiences preferred. Extensive experiences in coaching and/or providing professional learning to develop a mathematical instructional program to meet the needs of all students Successful experience developing and supporting curriculum implementation. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Meets Maryland State certification requirements for elementary or secondary education.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No
As a core member of a cross-functional team, 80% of this role is dedicated to providing direct service and support to schools in the field. The cross-functional team model fosters a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to school support, ensuring instructional strategies are aligned with student needs and school goals. Team members are expected to engage in shared problem-solving, data analysis, and instructional planning, while providing coordinated and responsive support to schools. Specialists must be flexible, proactive, and collaborative, ensuring equitable access to high-quality instruction for all students.
The instructional specialist collaborates with school-based teams to analyze student data, implement high-quality, differentiated Tier 1 instruction, and design targeted interventions to support all learners. By focusing on classroom-level instructional coaching and professional development, the specialist ensures that all students—including students with disabilities and those requiring enrichment—receive equitable access to rigorous, grade-level curriculum.
ACCOUNTABILITY & SUPERVISION: The instructional specialist is accountable to the School Leadership Director but is supervised and evaluated by a subject-matter expert supervisor. This structure ensures alignment between school-based priorities and system-wide instructional initiatives, fostering a collaborative and coordinated approach to improving mathematics instruction.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of MCPS mathematics curriculum and all its included resources, tools and strategies, data, accountability structures, MCPS policies/practices, and effective instructional practices. A deep understanding of the teaching and learning process and the Maryland College and Career Ready Standards in mathematics. Expertise in early childhood mathematics including, but not limited to number core, through secondary math. Expertise in adult learning theory, differentiated instruction, equitable and culturally relevant practices. Ability to coach, model, and build the knowledge and skills of mathematics teachers. Excellent organizational and management skills. Excellent skills in collecting, analyzing, and using data to support instructional decisions for students. Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and culturally responsive education. Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum. Strong collaboration and coaching skills, working effectively with principals, teachers, and central office staff to support school improvement initiatives and high-quality mathematics instruction. Exceptional organizational, communication (oral and written), time management, project management, and human relations skills. Strong presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to lead professional learning experiences for diverse audiences. Proficiency in using multiple data platforms, Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, Canvas, and other MCPS technology platforms used for collaboration, coaching, and instructional design.
Job Specific Information
The wage range for this position is a salary between $73, 505 and $149,618 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view
Job
Instructional Specialist
Organization
Offices
Primary Location
Rockville
Schedule
Full-time
Working Months
12
Shift
Day Job
Job Posting
Feb 20, 2025, 3:55:38 PM
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of MCPS mathematics curriculum and all its included resources, tools and strategies, data, accountability structures, MCPS policies/practices, and effective instructional practices. A deep understanding of the teaching and learning process and the Maryland College and Career Ready Standards in mathematics. Expertise in early childhood mathematics including, but not limited to number core, through secondary math. Expertise in adult learning theory, differentiated instruction, equitable and culturally relevant practices. Ability to coach, model, and build the knowledge and skills of mathematics teachers. Excellent organizational and management skills. Excellent skills in collecting, analyzing, and using data to support instructional decisions for students. Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and culturally responsive education. Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum. Strong collaboration and coaching skills, working effectively with principals, teachers, and central office staff to support school improvement initiatives and high-quality mathematics instruction. Exceptional organizational, communication (oral and written), time management, project management, and human relations skills. Strong presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to lead professional learning experiences for diverse audiences. Proficiency in using multiple data platforms, Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, Canvas, and other MCPS technology platforms used for collaboration, coaching, and instructional design.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree or equivalency from an accredited college or university with courses in mathematics, curriculum, instruction, and assessment/evaluation, professional development preferred. Five years of successful experience as a classroom teacher. Mathematics teaching and school leadership experiences preferred. Extensive experiences in coaching and/or providing professional learning to develop a mathematical instructional program to meet the needs of all students Successful experience developing and supporting curriculum implementation. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Meets Maryland State certification requirements for elementary or secondary education.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No
Salary : $149,618 - $505,000
