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Education Specialist / Math PreK-8
Position Number:24-057
College or Other:Other ODU Units
Department:
FT/PT Status:Full Time
  
Summary
The Curriculum & Instruction Specialist for Math PreK-8 responds to requests for training and technical assistance from
teachers or personnel in schools or divisions in Superintendent’s Regions 2 & 3. The primary duties of this position
include designing high quality professional learning in mathematics instruction for elementary and middle school teachers
(PreK-8). The specialist will assist teachers with differentiating math instruction to address the academic needs of
students with disabilities, as well as provide coaching support to help teachers improve instructional practices. This role
will assist both general and special education providers to meet the needs of students with disabilities specific to math
instruction and engage in effective co-teaching. The individual is required to travel frequently within Virginia
Superintendent’s Regions 2 & 3, with most travel expenses either compensated or paid in advance. . Candidates must
possess the ability to informally and formally assess teacher’s math knowledge and skills to customize professional
learning that will meet individual needs. Similarly, this position requires the ability to analyze state, regional, and local
data to determine potential trends and needs in the locality.
Job Responsibilities:
Responding to requests for training and technical assistance including teacher, school,
division, and regional level support.
Design and deliver high quality professional learning at the local, regional, and state level. PD
designs must be interactive and may include face to face, online delivery, or a hybrid approach that includes both face to face and online formats.
Participate on VDOE assigned workgroups and projects including the statewide Math
Network.
Contribute to the creation and dissemination of T-TAC resources including E-Newsletters,
blog posts, TACtics, asynchronous learning modules, and general website content.
Attend monthly T-TAC ODU staff meetings and collaborate with colleagues as applicable.


Education and/or training:
Master of Science in Elementary Education (preferably Mathematics Specialist Endorsement K-8) or in Special
Education, with active teaching licensure
Level and type of experience:
Five (5)years teaching PreK-8 students with demonstrated expertise in math instruction. Experience providing
professional learning for teachers to improve math instruction, including providing accommodations and differentiation
for students with disabilities and varying learning needs.
Specific knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Knowledge of elementary curriculum and instruction, especially the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) with an
emphasis on mathematics. Knowledge and experience with differentiating math instruction for students with
disabilities. Knowledge of co-teaching models, high leverage practices, specially designed instruction (SDI) and
evidence-based practices. Knowledge of various designs for high quality professional learning and/or best practices for
adult learning. Skills with collaborative planning and teamwork.

Please visit ODU Research Foundation website at http://researchfoundation.odu.edu; click on the employment tab and follow the link for position #24-057.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  AA/EOE/M/F/Disability/VETS/Drug Free

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