Instructional Facilitator, Secondary Mathematics

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ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS

Before you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.

Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date prior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely.

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DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Coordinator of Secondary Mathematics, the Instructional Facilitator for Secondary Mathematics promotes access and equity for all students by providing leadership in the development, supervision, and implementation of the Secondary Mathematics Program. The Instructional Facilitator provides leadership for a rigorous mathematics program for all secondary students, supports continuous improvement initiatives, provides professional learning opportunities for teachers and administrators, and supports efforts to ensure equitable access to advanced mathematics courses. The Instructional Facilitator closely collaborates with HCPSS stakeholders across offices, programs, schools, and partnerships to support fidelity of curriculum implementation and quality first instruction for students in middle and high school mathematics.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.

Education:

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in education, curriculum and instruction, or a closely related field.

Certification/Licensure:

Priority will be given to applicants who:

• Hold a current Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) professional certificate or license in Middle School Mathematics (4-9) or Secondary Mathematics (7-12) as well as Administrator I, Administrator II, or Supervisor of Instruction, Assistant Principals, and Principals.

Applicants may be considered who:

• Hold a current out-of-state educator license and are eligible for MSDE licensure with the appropriate endorsements in mathematics and administration.

Out-of-state applicants are strongly encouraged to begin the application process for educator licensure with the Maryland State Department of Education in addition to uploading all required materials to your HCPSS employment application.

Experience:

• Five years of experience as a licensed educator in a secondary mathematics setting.
• Three years of experience leading beyond the classroom or evidence of leadership roles or leading programs or projects.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate for this role will also possess a combination of the additional qualifications below. If you don’t meet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

• Leadership experience in secondary mathematics programs.
• Experience designing and delivering professional learning for secondary mathematics educators and support staff.
• Experience developing online professional learning modules and/or instructional content within a Learning Management System (LMS).
• Experience monitoring and interpreting student data through management systems to evaluate the success of education initiatives.
• Experience observing, coaching, and mentoring mathematics teachers. 
• Participation in state and/or national professional organizations which promote access, equity, and student empowerment.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

• Supports the implementation of the Grades 6-12 Secondary Mathematics program and initiatives aligned to HCPSS system priorities.
• Assists with leadership in planning, organizing, and implementing systemic and onsite professional learning on mathematics education for Grades 6-12 professional staff, secondary administrators, and central office leadership in alignment with the vision and goals of HCPSS and the Secondary Mathematics Program.
• Collaborates with school-based administrators to ensure exemplary implementation of the HCPSS curriculum and conducts informal and formal teacher observations of secondary mathematics teachers, secondary mathematics coaches, and middle school mathematics specialists using the Charlotte Danielson Framework for Teaching.
• Provides leadership in the development of curricular resources in an online LMS for the Secondary Mathematics Program, including Maryland’s College and Career-Ready Standards for Mathematics (MCCRS-M) aligned essential curriculum, inclusive instructional lesson plans, assessments, technology integration, and differentiated resources to support all learners.
• Recruits, interviews, and recommends mathematics candidates to the Office of Human Resources.
• Supports partnerships among families, the community, and the Office of Secondary Mathematics. Serves as the liaison to the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) in areas related to secondary mathematics.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The below list is a summary of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for success in this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list.

Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge of mathematics content and pedagogy, including Maryland College and Career Ready Standards (MCCRS) and state assessments.
• Knowledge of data collection methods and evaluation tools used to measure the success of instructional initiatives.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the 2022 Charlotte Danielson Framework for Teaching (FFT).
• Instructional Best Practices: Mastery of MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) and Tier I instructional strategies to ensure high-quality core instruction for all students.

Skills

• Instructional Coaching: Ability to provide hands-on mentorship to teachers and administrators to improve classroom quality and student outcomes.
• Curriculum & Resource Design: Skill in developing and evaluating instructional materials tailored for mathematics learners and diverse student needs.
• Professional Development: Proficiency in designing and delivering engaging training sessions for educators, support staff, and school-based administrators.
• Facilitation: Expertise in guiding instructional teams and workgroups toward consensus and evidence-based decision-making.
• Strategic Communication: Demonstrated success in building inclusive cultures through collaboration, interpersonal skills, and working effectively with internal stakeholders (HCPSS offices and staff) and external partners (community centers, families).

Abilities

• Data Analysis: Ability to interpret systemic and classroom-level data to refine curricula and identify gaps in student achievement.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to apply inquiry-based research and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative Leadership: Ability to work effectively across teams (teachers, administrators, offices, and community partners) to support effective program implementation.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to communicate complex curricular goals to diverse audiences, including teachers, administrators, parents, and community partners, building collaborative relationships, and responding thoughtfully to questions and concerns. 
• Strategic Planning: Ability to align secondary mathematics curricula with broader system-wide goals.
• Self-Directed Growth: A commitment to continuous professional learning to stay at the forefront of educational research.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

Working Hours

This position will require occasional evening and weekend hours including family and community events.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Complete applications must be submitted, and once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
 
Supplemental Application Questions

This position requires applicants to provide responses to the below supplemental application questions to determine whether you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please upload your responses in a separate file to the supplemental application questions section of the application.

1) Please create a table outlining the specific positions you have held in secondary mathematics and educational leadership. For each, identify the position title, start and end dates, school/district, grade levels of students served, and up to two key accomplishments.

2) Please describe up to two examples of experience you possess designing and leading professional learning for secondary mathematics educators and support staff. Include in your response the topics, audience, and delivery method, stakeholders with whom you collaborated, and any outcomes achieved.

3) Please describe up to two examples of experience you possess developing professional learning modules and/or instructional content within a learning management system (LMS). Include in your response the position(s) in which you gained this experience, the topics, and audience.

4) Please describe up to two examples of experience you possess monitoring and interpreting student data through management systems to evaluate the success of education initiatives. Include in your response the data utilized and how you utilized it to make decisions regarding instruction or programs.

5) Please describe up to two examples of experience you possess observing, coaching, and mentoring secondary mathematics teachers. Include in your response the position(s) in which you gained this experience, time in which the work occurred, strategies utilized, and key outcomes achieved.

6) Please identify any experience you possess in state and/or national professional organizations which promote access, equity, and student empowerment.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experience and education which most closely match the position qualifications and the needs of the school system.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Compensation

This is a 12-month per year position in the Howard County Association of Supervisors and Administrators (HCASA) employee unit. The current salary range for this position is in the Grade II lane on the Central Office Administrators salary scale. Actual placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the HCASA Master Agreement which considers relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime. 

Retirement

Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). A qualifying employee cannot reject membership, nor can an ineligible employee elect membership. The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee’s annual salary.

Benefits

HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Professional references will be contacted prior to any offer of employment. Recommended candidates will be required to provide references from current and recent supervisors.

All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing.

Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSS participates in E-Verify and does not offer employee sponsorship.

For questions regarding this posting, please contact Sandy Saval at [email protected].

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

To request an accommodation during the application or interview process due to a documented disability, please email [email protected].

HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HCPSS are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability,  sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, veteran status or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.