Regional Math Instructional Coach

Who We Are

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 20 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 6,800 alumni to and through college and beyond.

What We Believe

KIPP SoCal believes that the purpose of education is for liberation. This means that we see, develop, and inspire the limitless potential in each and all of our KIPPsters.

What We Do

At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.

Overview

The Regional Math Instructional Coach reports to the Director of Teaching and Learning, and will also work closely with the AD of Teaching and Learning of Math to set direction. They will assist in the implementation of the KIPP SoCal secondary math approach, with a primary focus on driving student achievement outcomes in grades 5-8. All efforts driven by Instructional Coaches will be in service of an equitable, inclusive, rigorous, and diverse learning experience for all students.

Please note:

Priority deadline is July 22, 2024

Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the other Math Coaches, and the AD and Director of Teaching and Learning to create the enabling systems to realize the vision and drive quality math instructional practices with fidelity and precision
• Support 3-4 middle schools by: building the math content knowledge and coaching skills of leadership teams, directly leading content team meetings for teachers, engaging in the instructional coaching cycles with LT members, and a select group of teachers, and working with school teams to analyze data (primarily iReady and unit assessment data) to drive instructional decision making
• Implement KIPP SoCal teacher internalization practices into schools through professional development, content teams and coaching with leadership teams
• Lead any adaptation efforts of math curricula to better meet the needs of students (e.g. adjusting lessons / units per the gradual release of responsibility instructional framework).
• Monitor and lead the creation and adjustment of regional scopes and sequences for middle school math
• Monitor and lead the creation of regional formative and summative middle school math assessments
• Conduct observations and walkthroughs in collaboration with AD, Director of Teaching and Learning, CAO, and/or school site-level instructional leaders. Plan next steps and strategic plans to improve math instruction across schools
• Lead the planning and delivery of regional professional development
• Plan and lead professional development at schools on an ad hoc or on-going basis based on individual schools’ needs in math content and instruction
• Collaborate with the Director of Teaching andLearning to craft a personalized professional learning plan (e.g. text study, workshops, conferences, school visits, etc.) to build knowledge and capacity in math teaching and learning instructional methods and practices
• In collaboration with the Director and AD of Teaching and Learning, execute on regional strategic math plans across schools
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• 4-5 years of teaching related experience, preferably in schools with demographics similar to KIPP SoCal, and with evidence of student mastery and growth that outperform district/state averages in all or most student groups
• At least 1 year of experience of driving student results and growth through school leadership team members, and at least 2 years of experience coaching teachers to achieve student results
• Deep experience with and knowledge best practice research methods for math instruction
• Deep experience with analyzing student assessment data and using data formatively to drive instructional decisions
• Experience driving outcomes for students of all skill levels
• Critical thinking skills and creativity in building strong systems and structures that support math instruction and student achievement
• Extensive experience designing and leading professional development and training sessions to a variety of teacher experience levels
• Excellent strategic planning and project management skills
• Experience leading teams to drive results
• A deep passion for social justice, anti-racism work, and equity for all children
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and build relationships across teams and schools
• Model the values of KIPP SoCal (lead with love, strength in the collective, equity and excellence, curiosity and integrity)
  
  
  

Benefits & Compensation

• KIPP SoCal Public Schools offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience in a similar position. The salary range for this position is $111,300 to $166,900. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint of $139,100 depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budget allocated for this role
• 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the cost
• Employer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
• Generous time off program includes 22 holidays, sick leave and vacation
• Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, etc.)
  
  
  

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website, http://www.kippsocal.org/. Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.