Duties

• Support 4th and 5th-grade accelerated math through a co-teaching model with classroom teachers
• Co-plan and co-teach math lessons that provide appropriate challenge, pacing, depth, and enrichment for students in accelerated math
• Work collaboratively with classroom teachers to support differentiation within core math instruction
• Provide small-group math intervention for students needing additional support in foundational skills, problem-solving, fluency, and grade-level standards
• Provide enrichment and extension opportunities for students demonstrating readiness for advanced mathematical thinking
• Use student data, including MAP, classroom assessments, common assessments, chapter tests, formative assessments, and teacher input, to identify student needs
• Track and analyze student progress to determine appropriate instructional next steps
• Progress monitor students receiving math intervention or acceleration support
• Maintain organized data records related to student growth, intervention participation, and instructional recommendations
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to make data-informed decisions about math supports, flexible grouping, and acceleration opportunities
• Support teachers with instructional strategies, lesson planning, differentiation, math routines, and intervention resources
• Model effective math instruction and provide coaching or feedback when appropriate
• Assist with the development and refinement of math systems, supports, and structures across grades K–5
• Communicate with parents and guardians regarding math programming, student progress, areas of strength, and areas for continued growth
• Help families better understand math pathways, acceleration, intervention, and student support plans
• Participate in grade-level, building-level, and district-level meetings related to math instruction, intervention, MTSS, and student progress
• Support alignment of math instruction and intervention to district goals, grade-level standards, and student learning needs
• Collaborate with special education, EL, intervention, and classroom teams to ensure students have access to appropriate math supports
• Assist with identifying trends in math achievement and growth data across classrooms and grade levels
• Support a culture of mathematical confidence, perseverance, problem solving, and growth mindset for students and staff

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License
• Math endorsement, math specialist experience, or demonstrated expertise in elementary mathematics preferred
• Experience teaching mathematics at the elementary level
• Knowledge of standards-based math instruction, intervention, enrichment, and acceleration practices
• Strong understanding of math progressions, especially in grades 3–5
• Experience using student data to guide instruction, intervention, and flexible grouping
• Ability to co-plan, co-teach, model lessons, and collaborate with classroom teachers
• Strong communication skills with students, staff, administrators, and families
• Experience with progress monitoring tools, MAP data, common assessments, and classroom-based data preferred
• Ability to support a positive, inclusive, and growth-minded learning environment

The successful candidate will be:

• Collaborative, flexible, and comfortable working across multiple grade levels
• Skilled at building strong relationships with students, staff, and families
• Knowledgeable about elementary math standards, instructional practices, and intervention strategies
• Comfortable using data to guide decisions and adjust instruction
• Able to support both students who need intervention and students who need acceleration or enrichment
• A strong communicator who can explain math supports and progress clearly to families
• Organized and able to manage schedules, student groups, data tracking, and progress monitoring
• Reflective, growth-minded, and committed to continuous improvement
• Passionate about helping all students see themselves as capable mathematicians

Salary/Benefits

Terms of Employment

This position is a K–5 elementary math specialist position for the school year. Salary and benefits will be determined in accordance with the negotiated agreement and district procedures.

How to Apply

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, copy of valid Illinois licensure, and any additional required application materials through the district application system.

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/d95/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Elementary+School+Teaching

Email Address

msorensen@district95.org

School District

http://www.district95.org/

Position Website

https://www.applitrack.com/d95/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Elementary+School+Teaching

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Application Deadline

7/31/2026