Regional Coordinator of Mathematics Coaching

Please indicate on your application each county in which you are willing to work.

This position is responsible for strengthening the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of coaching across schools by supporting coaches in assessing the current state of math instruction, developing coaching plans and goals, analyzing mathematics instructional and student outcomes data, and implementing high-quality instructional materials (HQIM). Also the position ensures coherence across regional mathematics initiatives, co-leads data conversations, provides ongoing professional learning, and builds system-level capacity that drives improved math outcomes statewide.

• Conducts ongoing professional learning and observations of each assigned mathematics coach and provides timely, actionable feedback to strengthen coaching effectiveness.
• Develops resources, tools, and aligned training materials to ensure statewide coherence in coaching models and expectations.
• Collaborates with Division of Instructional Programs (DIP) and LEA leadership to address regional coaching needs, align professional learning, curriculum implementation, and coaching supports to evidence-based mathematics instructional practices, and align mathematics coaching initiatives with broader instructional improvement efforts.
• Implements alignment of coaching supervision to MSDE's coaching vision and strategy and Maryland's PreK-12 Mathematics Policy.
• Develops training of State Math Coaches to design and facilitate professional learning and school-based coaching.
• Facilitates and contributes to the development of local mathematics instruction implementation infrastructures, including coaching frameworks, instructional walkthrough tools, and continuous improvement cycles.
• Develops, reviews and provides feedback on regional coaching summaries, LEA math plans, data reports, and implementation deliverables.
• Monitors fidelity of instructional materials, mathematics coaching implementation, and state required literacy practices across coached schools.
• Supports the Director of Mathematics in managing key projects, preparing policy guidance, and organizing statewide mathematics events and convenings.
• Maintains internal systems and tools to ensure strategic coordination and accountability.

Experience: Five (5) years of experience in mathematics, or affiliated with mathematics programs in prekindergarten through 12 settings or related areas. One year of this experience must include supervising and coaching professional education staff in mathematics. 

Notes: 

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree or the equivalent of 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureate course work in mathematics, STEM, education or a related area for two years of the required experience directly related to the position.
2. The required field of education and experience are unique for this posting and are established by MSDE in accordance with Education Article, Section 2-104 of the Annotated Code of Maryland. The specific education and experience qualifications for each position are on record in the Office of Human Resources.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in Education Program classifications or Education Program specialty codes in the Education field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education, one year of which must have been in an administrative supervisory or consultative capacity.

• Experience with prekindergarten through 12 mathematics and/or STEM programs and curriculum.
• Experience designing and facilitating job-embedded professional learning and coaching aligned to evidence-based math instructional practices.
• Experience in teaching environments that consider trends, regulations, and policies affecting instruction and assessment in mathematics.
• Experience linking Maryland College and Career Ready Standards and Frameworks for Mathematics and Knowledge of college and career readiness pathways, standards, trends, regulations, policies, and issues related to mathematics and STEM fields of study. 
• Experience implementing, monitoring, and evaluating, and providing high quality and service level-based support and technical assistance for education programs.
• Experience collaborating with diverse communities and organizations for the purpose of implementing programs and strategies and developing and delivering research based and best-in-class professional development programs.

This position requires travel throughout the State of Maryland and throughout designated Counties to support teachers within individual school(s) and oversee the effective implementation of Mathematics initiatives.

If you are unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtained from the link below and be faxed to 410-554-9397 or mailed to MSDE Office of Human Resources, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. If there is a supplemental questionnaire, this must be completed and sent in with your paper application. Postmarks will not be accepted.

Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0012, TDD 410-333-3045. Appropriate accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities. If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.

Proof of eligibility to work is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Individuals with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.  

All application materials must be received in our office by the Closing Date.