Resource Teacher, Mathematics (SY 2026-2027)

About the position

The Math Resource Teacher provides expert attention to the needs of students in the area of mathematics and supports teachers in the implementation of effective mathematics instruction. This role involves assessing student strengths and needs, coordinating assessments, providing intervention, supporting classroom teaching, leading professional development, and maintaining in-depth knowledge of curriculum standards.

Responsibilities

  • Assesses the mathematics strengths and needs of students, provides that information to parents and educational staff, and uses the results to support the planning and implementation of an effective mathematics intervention program for the students.
  • Coordinates the administration of mathematics assessments, examines the use of data from the assessments, and monitors student progress.
  • Provides mathematics intervention to students who need support.
  • Supports, supplements, and extends classroom teaching to implement a quality mathematics program that meets the needs of students and works with teachers, supports staff and school administrators to facilitate the coordination of the mathematics program with the full curriculum.
  • Leads professional development in mathematics, provides information on conceptual development of mathematics, models strategies or techniques, conducts demonstration or collaborative lessons, and coaches or mentors teachers.
  • Maintains an in-depth knowledge of the Virginia Standards of Learning curriculum standards in mathematics.
  • Completes math department training as requested, including Math Workshop training.
  • Attends bi-monthly math department collaboration meetings to provide aligned services and resources for teachers and students in the area of mathematics.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Three (3) years of successful classroom teaching experience in which the teaching of mathematics was a responsibility
  • Holds or is eligible for a Virginia Collegiate Professional License
  • Knowledge of current research and best practices in the field of mathematics

Nice-to-haves

  • Endorsement as a Mathematics Specialist preferred
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