The Math Instructional Coach provides leadership and instructional support to strengthen Tier I instruction and intervention in mathematics for students in grades K - 8. The coach partners with teachers, support staff, and school leadership to improve instructional practices, implement evidence-based math interventions, analyze student data, and ensure all students receive targeted support to meet academic growth goals.
Essential Responsibilities
Instructional Leadership
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Collaborate with school administration to evaluate and strengthen the school's mathematics program.
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Provide regular feedback regarding the implementation and effectiveness of math instruction and intervention.
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Support school improvement initiatives related to mathematics achievement.
Student Assessment and Data Analysis
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Assess incoming students using district and state assessment data, including CMAS, iReady, and other screening tools.
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Analyze student performance data to identify instructional needs and intervention placement.
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Develop individual student math goals and monitor progress toward growth targets.
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Maintain accurate records of student progress and intervention effectiveness.
Intervention Coordination
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Collaborate with teachers to identify students requiring additional math support.
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Organize and adjust intervention groups based on student performance and ongoing assessment data.
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Ensure interventions are evidence-based, data-driven, and responsive to student needs.
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Monitor fidelity of intervention implementation.
Teacher Coaching and Support
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Plan and co-plan lessons with grade-level teachers to strengthen mathematics instruction.
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Model effective instructional practices and intervention strategies.
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Support teachers in differentiating instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
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Assist teachers in using assessment data to establish and monitor student growth goals.
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Provide coaching cycles that include observation, feedback, reflection, and follow-up support.
Professional Learning
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Plan, facilitate, and support professional development focused on mathematics instruction, intervention, assessment, and data analysis.
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Promote implementation of best instructional practices aligned to district curriculum and state standards.
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Support collaborative Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) focused on continuous improvement.
Leadership of Intervention Staff
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Guide and coach support staff in effective instructional practices.
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Train intervention staff on progress monitoring procedures, data collection, and intervention implementation.
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Ensure intervention assistants consistently deliver high-quality small-group instruction.
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Support intervention staff in maintaining accurate student progress records.
Collaboration
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Work closely with classroom teachers, special education staff, English Language Development staff, support staff, and school leadership to ensure coordinated student support.
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Participate in MTSS, data, and grade-level team meetings.
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Foster a collaborative culture focused on improving student achievement in mathematics.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Knowledge of evidence-based mathematics instructional practices and intervention programs.
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Ability to interpret multiple sources of student achievement data.
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Strong organizational and project management skills.
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Effective communication and presentation skills.
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Ability to coach adults through reflective practice and continuous improvement.
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Commitment to equitable instructional practices and high expectations for all students.
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Proficiency with educational technology and data management systems.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to move throughout classrooms and school buildings.
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Ability to occasionally lift instructional materials up to 25 pounds.
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Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and computer use.
Terms of Employment
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Reports to: Principal
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Work Calendar: 4-day work weeks (Tuesday - Friday) and one Monday a month for professional development
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FLSA Status: Exempt
Performance Expectations
Success in this role will be measured by:
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Increased student growth and achievement in mathematics.
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Effective implementation of evidence-based instructional practices.
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Positive impact on teacher instructional capacity.
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Effective use of student data to drive instructional decisions.
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Successful coordination and monitoring of math intervention services.
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Meaningful collaboration with teachers, intervention staff, and administration to support continuous school improvement
Qualifications
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Valid Colorado Teaching License in Elementary Education or Secondary Mathematics preferred.
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Minimum of three (3) years of successful classroom teaching experience.
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Three (3) or more years of experience supporting math intervention or instructional coaching preferred.
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Extensive knowledge of elementary mathematics instruction, intervention strategies, and best instructional practices aligned to the Colorado Academic Standards.
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Strong understanding of assessment systems including CMAS, iReady, and other diagnostic and progress monitoring tools.
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Demonstrated ability to analyze student achievement data to drive instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
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Strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
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Experience planning and delivering professional learning for teachers.
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Ability to build positive relationships with teachers, support staff, administrators, students, and families.
