The Utah State Board of Education (USBE) is looking for an innovative, collaborative, and evidence-based Elementary Mathematics Specialist to envision and oversee elementary mathematics initiatives for our agency.
The Elementary Mathematics Specialist plans, develops, promotes, implements, and evaluates programs in this area and provides statewide training for education stakeholders of all levels, including School Districts and Charter Schools, other state agencies, and the public.
They will also coordinate with colleges, universities, and other educational institutions to improve the pre-service and in-service education of teachers and administrators.
Principal Duties
As the Elementary Mathematics Specialist, you will:
Collaborate with mathematics leaders in finding coherence across various projects.
Review and approve educator endorsements in elementary mathematics.
Use LEA input to identify project priorities, resources and timelines.
Facilitate professional development workshops for a variety of purposes and stakeholder groups.
Find the intersection of various stakeholder groups’ needs in crafting policy.
Implement the Strategic Plan of the Utah State Board of Education in Utah’s mathematics communities.
Serve on various boards, councils, committees and task forces to coordinate USBE efforts.
Travel to various locations for professional development and/or professional meetings.
Collaborate deeply with other Specialists from USBE in carrying out tasks coherently and productively.
Create professional learning, resources, and supports around the Utah Core Mathematics Standards.
Engage and support LEA communities from a variety of backgrounds, locations, and cultures both in-person and remotely.
Ensure that the lens of equity is used across all initiatives.
Build the capacity of mathematics leaders across the state and leverage those leaders in creating supportive networks.
Collaborate with Institutions of Higher Education to ensure fluency of messaging/instruction.
Manage the state website with up-to-date, vetted resources.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess:
A Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field of study
A current level 2 or 3 Utah State Board of Education license with an elementary mathematics endorsement
Experience in administration
Coaching and/or administrative experience in mathematics education
At least 5 years of classroom teaching experience is required
Preference
Preference may be given to candidates which have:
A Master's degree
A Doctorate degree
An Elementary Mathematics Specialist Endorsement
Why You Should Join Our Team
The Utah State Board of Education attracts and retains the best in the industry because we offer more than just competitive salaries.
USBE professionals know they are serving a higher purpose because their work impacts the lives of Utah students.
The student focused culture helps create a friendly work environment.
Additionally, you will receive an excellent compensation package which includes generous paid time off, top notch retirement plan options, and a variety of medical insurance plans.
This allows you to stay healthy, secure your financial future, and spend more time with loved ones.
The Agency
The Utah State Board of Education (USBE) leads by creating equitable conditions for student success: advocating for necessary resources, developing policy, and providing effective oversight and support.
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