Mathematics School Improvement Specialists (Education Program Specialist I)

Introduction

\r\nThe Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college and�career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from our�divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of�a diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators�throughout Maryland.\r\n

GRADE

State\r\nSalary: $53 per hour (or Equivalent to\r\nLEA salary)\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

Various\r\nMaryland County Public Schools\r\nPlease indicate on your application each\r\ncounty in which you are willing to work.\r\n\r\n\r\n*Selected\r\nStaff will be eligible for travel reimbursement in accordance with State of\r\nMaryland policies.*\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

These positions provide system and\r\nschool level leadership and statewide support for improving mathematics\r\ninstruction and student outcomes in Maryland and play critical role in\r\nadvancing the state's mathematics priorities, including those outlined in the\r\nMaryland PreK-12 Mathematics Policy and the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Mathematics\r\nSchool Improvement Network Specialists\r\nsupport the design and delivery of the Mathematics School Improvement Network,\r\nwhich builds the capacity of school leadership teams to improve the quality of\r\nmath instruction and student outcomes in collaboration with district leaders,\r\nwith an intense focus on schools in improvement status. This work serves as a\r\nprimary lever to strengthen instructional practice and, ultimately, increase\r\nstudent learning. The role includes designing and delivering professional\r\nlearning and aligned coaching for school leadership teams, including\r\nadministrators, instructional/math coaches, and identified lead math teachers.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Reports to the Assistant Director of\r\nMathematics Coaching and works in close collaboration with MSDE's Mathematics and Systems\r\nof Instructional Coherence Branch, MSDE Division of Instructional Programs\r\ncolleagues, LEA leaders, and external partners to ensure coherence, build\r\nshared ownership, and support improved mathematics outcomes for Maryland’s\r\nstudents.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Serves as a strategic partner to LEA\r\n leadership to support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of\r\n Maryland’s Math School Improvement Network to support the state’s mathematics\r\n priorities.�\r\n Designs and delivers professional\r\n learning experiences and aligned leadership professional development for local\r\n school system leadership teams, administrators, instructional/math coaches, and\r\n identified math lead teachers to build the capacity to improve the quality of\r\n math instruction and student outcomes.\r\n Develops\r\n resources, tools, and aligned training materials to ensure statewide coherence\r\n in coaching models and expectations.\r\n Collaborates with district leadership\r\n teams to align professional learning, curriculum implementation, and coaching\r\n supports to evidence-based mathematics instructional practices.\r\n Facilitates and contributes to the\r\n development of local mathematics instruction implementation infrastructures\r\n using coaching frameworks, instructional walkthrough tools, and continuous\r\n improvement cycles.\r\n Reviews and provide feedback on LEA\r\n math plans, data reports, and implementation deliverables to ensure coherence\r\n with state priorities.\r\n Supports the\r\n Director of Mathematics and Assistant Director of Mathematics Coaching in managing key projects, preparing policy guidance, and organizing\r\n statewide mathematics events and convenings.�\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:� A Master’s\r\ndegree or the equivalent of 36 credit hours of�post-baccalaureate\r\ncoursework in mathematics, STEM, education or a related area from an accredited\r\ncollege or university.\r\n\r\n\r\nExperience:�Four\r\nyears of administrative or teaching experience in or�affiliated with mathematics\r\nprograms in prekindergarten through 12 settings or related areas.�\r\n\r\n\r\nNotes:�\r\n�\r\n\r\n\r\n Candidates may\r\n substitute a Bachelor's Degree with 7 years of the specified content experience\r\n to satisfy the Minimum Qualifications noted above.\r\n Candidates may substitute the possession of a\r\n Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to\r\n the position option for one year of the required�experience.\r\n The required field of education and experience are\r\n unique for�each option and are established by MSDE in accordance\r\n with�Education Article, Section 2-104 of the Annotated Code\r\n of�Maryland.� The specific education and experience�qualifications\r\n for each position are on record in the Human Resource Management Branch of the\r\n Division of Business�Services.\r\n Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military\r\n service experience as a commissioned officer in Education Program\r\n classifications or Education Program specialty�codes in the Education\r\n field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and\r\n education.\r\n\r\n\r\n

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

One\r\nyear of teaching experience in a Kindergarten through 8th Grade Mathematics\r\nEducation Program.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to\r\napplicants�who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Please\r\ninclude clear and specific information on your application regarding�your\r\nqualifications.\r\n\r\n\r\n Experience\r\n with Kindergarten through 8th Grade mathematics programs and curriculum.\r\n Experience in teaching environments as an\r\n Instructional Coach, Mathematics Department Chair, or Administrator that\r\n supported Mathematics Instruction.�\r\n Experience aligning Instruction\r\n to Maryland College and Career Ready\r\n Standards and Frameworks for Mathematics and Knowledge of college and career readiness pathways,\r\n standards, trends, regulations, policies, and issues related to mathematics\r\n and STEM fields of study.\r\n Experience implementing,\r\n monitoring, evaluating, and providing high quality and service level-based\r\n support and technical assistance for education programs including professional\r\n learning aligned to research-based math instructional practices.\r\n Experience collaborating\r\n with diverse communities and organizations for the purpose of implementing\r\n programs and strategies. and developing and delivering research based and\r\n best-in-class professional development programs.\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants\r\nmust consent to State and FBI (CJIS) background check as a routine procedure\r\nfor all employees.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis\r\nposition requires travel throughout the State of Maryland and throughout\r\ndesignated Counties to support teachers within individual school(s) and oversee\r\nthe effective implementation of Mathematics initiatives.\r\n\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please\r\nmake sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show\r\nthat you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information\r\nconcerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.\r\nSuccessful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or\r\nQualified. The resulting list of qualified candidates will be in effect for at\r\nleast one year.\r\n

BENEFITS

If hired as a MSDE Contract Please see applicable�STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS.\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants\r\nmust complete the MD State Government online application for employment,�submit\r\ntheir professional resume�-AND-�submit evidence of the\r\nsuccessful completion of other\r\nsupplemental mathematics instruction-certifications-training-licenses. The application and resume must clearly demonstrate that the\r\napplicant satisfies the minimum qualifications for the position. Applications\r\nmust be complete to be considered including all related job duties, even if\r\nthose are also listed on an attached resume. Additional required materials may\r\nbe uploaded with the online application, submitted to the fax number, or mailed\r\nto the address listed.\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you are\r\nunable to apply online, paper applications can be obtained from the link below\r\nand be faxed to 410-554-9397 or mailed to MSDE Office of Human Resources, 200\r\nW. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. If there is a supplemental\r\nquestionnaire, this must be completed and sent in with your paper application.\r\nPostmarks will not be accepted.\r\n\r\n\r\nInquiries\r\ncan be made to 410-767-0012, TDD 410-333-3045. Appropriate accommodations can\r\nbe made for individuals with disabilities. If you have difficulty with your\r\nuser account or have general questions about this online application system,\r\nplease contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and\r\nExamination Division at 410-767-4850. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.\r\n\r\n\r\nProof of\r\neligibility to work is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and\r\nControl Act. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for\r\nthis position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.�\r\n\r\n\r\nAs an equal\r\nopportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and\r\npromoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Individuals\r\nwith disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank\r\nour Veterans for their service to our country.�\r\n\r\n\r\nAll\r\napplication materials must be received in our office by the Closing Date.�\r\n\r\n\r\nAppropriate accommodations for\r\nindividuals with disabilities are available upon request.\r\n