Elementary Math Instructional Coach

Elementary Math Instructional Coach Williamsburg James City School District CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION - Williamsburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5763860 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jun 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026 Job Description FLSA Status: Exempt Grade: U14 Revision Date: May 20, 2026 Location: Central Office Job Summary TheElementaryMath Coach supports high-quality mathematics instruction by coaching, guiding, and partnering with teachers to implement evidence-based practices across preschool and elementary classrooms. The coach’s primary role is to build the instructional capacity of school staff to meet the diverse learning needs of all students. Through job-embedded, ongoing professional learning, the coachfacilitatesreflective practice and continuous improvement. This includes collaborating withthe Elementary MathCoordinator, principals,and teacher leaders tosupport the division’s strategic plan and school improvement plans,analyzestudent work and data, inform instructional decisions, and design targeted professional development. The math coach provides content-focused support to strengthen teachers’ mathematical knowledge and instructional strategies. Serving as an equal partner to both novice and experienced educators, the coach works primarily in classrooms—modeling instruction,observingpractice, co-teaching, andfacilitatingreflective debriefs—to improve teaching and learning outcomes. Duties and Responsibilities Coaches and supports teachers in planning, delivering, and assessing evidence-based mathematics instruction using high-quality instructional materials. Plans, models, and co-teaches effective lessons; provides ongoing, job-embedded support through classroom visits, observation, co-teaching, consultation, guided reflection, andtimely, specific feedback. Participates in and observes instructional planning and implementation, offering actionable feedback and recommendations. Collaborates regularly with Math Coordinators, building administrators, math specialists, and school staff to identify and address priority instructional needs and student learning barriers. Analyzes student data to establish benchmarks, set goals, monitor progress, and develop targeted action steps at the classroom, school, or content level. Supports math specialists in designing and implementing remediation plans and targeted interventions. Assists the PK–5 Math Coordinator and curriculum teams in the development and revision of curriculum and assessments. Designs and facilitates high-quality professional development at the school and division levels to strengthen instructional practices, content knowledge, and teacher capacity. Engages in ongoing professional learning to maintain expertise in mathematics content, instructional strategies, coaching practices, and adult learning theory; stays current with research and emerging technologies. Builds and maintains strong, collaborative relationships with teachers; uses active listening and questioning to support problem-solving and next steps. Facilitates professional learning through team and individual coaching, promoting reflection, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Operates as a non-supervisory, non-evaluative partner who advocates for and supports formative feedback processes without engaging in teacher evaluation. Models the WJCC Strategic Plan values of Individualism, Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Collaboration. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required) Bachelor’s degree with endorsements in both Elementary Education and Math Specialist certification required; Master’s degree and administrative endorsement preferred. Must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license and have a minimum of 3–5 years of successful elementary mathematics teaching experience. Demonstrated leadership through active participation in school initiatives, committees, or roles beyond the classroom. In-depth knowledge of mathematics curriculum, pedagogy, and instructional best practices. Proven ability to model effective instructional delivery and coach teachers in research-based strategies and techniques. Strong organizational, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Expertise in planning and implementing instructional technology systems and professional development; understanding of equity, at-risk student populations, and school culture. Technical proficiency with computer systems and networking, including the ability to conduct instructional technology needs assessments and systems analysis. Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following: small-group instruction; how students learn and process numeracy; pedagogy; and content knowledge. Demonstrated use of a wide range of instructional approaches, resources, and technologies. Skill in analyzing and using data to inform instructional decisions. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills to effectively facilitate coaching and staff development. Knowledge of and ability to support implementation of the Framework for Quality Learning, Teacher Performance Appraisal standards, and Professional Learning Community protocols and practices. Supervision Exercised None. Supervision Received Performs duties under the supervision of the Director of Elementary Teaching and Learning and the Elementary Mathematics Coordinator. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Must have the ability to sit and stand; to enter data into a computer; hear and understand speech at normal levels; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds; to bend, to stoop, to sit on the floor, to climb stairs, to walk and to reach overhead. Frequent travel to school sites throughout the County and occasional statewide or regional travel is required. Attendance to meetings outside the normal duty hours is sometimes required. Regular involvement made with principals and teachers throughout the School Division. Occasional debate is often characteristic of the contact and may require considerable skill in diplomacy, tact and discretion. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The incumbent will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the principal or appropriate administrator. WJCC Public Schools reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description and related duties at any time. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $75,940.80 Per Year Job Requirements At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Master degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education