Interim Director of Mathematics and Computer Science

The vision of the Arlington Public Schools is to be an equitable educational community where all learners feel a sense of belonging, experience growth and joy, and are empowered to shape their own futures and contribute to a better world.

ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ARLINGTON, MA 02476

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: INTERIM DIRECTOR, MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCE EDUCATION, PK-12

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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  Valid licensure as a mathematics teacher in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Valid licensure as a Supervisor/Director in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Master’s Degree, preferably in mathematics or mathematics education
• A minimum of five years’ teaching experience in mathematics
• Demonstrated skill in curriculum planning, implementation and assessment, and Massachusetts Mathematics Common Core standards
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

REPORTS TO: The Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction in cooperation with the Principals

SUPERVISES: The Director supervises and evaluates teachers of mathematics and computer science in Grades 6-12. The Director is also responsible for supervising the mathematics and computer science program in grades K-5.

JOB GOAL: To communicate the school system’s instructional objectives for mathematics and computer science and to provide leadership, program management, staff supervision and evaluation of the total mathematics and computer science program. Teaching duties may be as much as 0.20.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  Plan, implement and assess all phases of a comprehensive, clearly articulated mathematics program, K-12.
• Develop criteria for selection and recommend purchase of current standards-based mathematics instructional materials.
• Develop program objectives, K-12, based on the Mathematics Common Core and District goals. Implement effective tiered intervention programs at all levels in mathematics.
• Direct the development and publication of all curriculum documents aligned to the State Mathematics Common Core, and related MCAS assessments.
• Interpret MCAS Scores and other test scores in mathematics and make recommendations for curriculum improvement and professional development for teachers and the community.
• Organize on-going staff development programs for elementary classroom teachers and members of the Mathematics Department, grades 6-12.
• Plan programs in conjunction with Principals, director colleagues, and the administration.
• Integrate technology into the curriculum and instruction of mathematics and support STEM education.
• Partner with principals in guiding and supporting the implementation of effective mathematics content and pedagogy in all schools, for all students.
• Serve on school- and district-based committees relevant to the implementation of effective mathematics content and pedagogy.
• Prepare and administer a budget, grants or other sources of funding and assist Principals in the development of each school’s budget as it pertains to mathematics and computer science.
• Administer grant-funded projects for instructional materials, staff development, curriculum development and new assessment practices.
• Recruit, screen, interview and recommend (in conjunction with the Principals) a highly qualified and diverse pool of candidates to the Superintendent.
• Supervise and evaluate members of the Mathematics Department, including Computer Science teachers.
• Serve as active liaison to organizations involved in improving mathematics education e.g., TERC, EDC, NCTM, PALMS, local colleges, centers for technology education, etc.
• Participate in all administrative meetings as required by the district.
• Keep current with the latest developments in mathematics education and recommend changes in our instructional program.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Deputy Superintendent for Teaching and Learning and the Superintendent.

EVALUATED BY: Deputy Superintendent for Teaching and Learning

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 205 Days. Position is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Arlington School Committee and the Arlington Administrators Association

SALARY: According to AAA Contract

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.