Summary
New Visions for Public Schools’ Curriculum & Instruction department is seeking to hire part-time coaches to take on the role of Algebra 1 Implementation Coach, in support of New Visions’ role in the citywide roll-out of IM Algebra 1. Candidates for this role are experts in IM Implementation, have experience in NYC Public Schools, and have demonstrated expertise in working with teachers to shift instructional practice.
The Algebra 1 Implementation Coach role involves the following major bodies of work:
- In collaboration with New Visions staff, teacher leaders, and external experts, refine an understanding of Illustrative Mathematics Algebra 1 curriculum;
- Develop and implement professional learning opportunities -- including side-by-side coaching, mini-professional learning sessions, and data dives that support teachers in using IM Algebra 1;
- Coach teachers and instructional leaders as a way to build school-based instructional capacity;
- Work with district and citywide leaders in NYC Public Schools to support the successful roll-out of IM Algebra1.
- Stay informed of shifts in the field (including NY State Standards, Regents, and national standards) and develop materials to inform instructional leaders and teachers about these shifts.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with New Visions staff to utilize instructional materials that:
- support student mastery through the incorporation of literacy routines;
- embed scaffolds and differentiations to support all learners;
- promote student success on the Regents exam (when applicable) and in future classes;
- fosters the development of multiple literacies for application to college and career
- Collaborate with New Visions staff to develop and implement teacher coaching grounded in curricular resources
- Study and facilitate curriculum implementation in school sites
- Collaborate with New Visions staff to develop coaching plans that support both teachers and instructional leaders in developing school-based capacity
- Contribute to the maintenance of curriculum websites, including the curriculum.newvisions.org microsite, as a component of the department strategy
Scheduled Activities:
Required:
- Biweekly or weekly virtual, synchronous check-in with supervisor of this project, to ensure clarity, troubleshoot issues, and discuss job functions.
Recommended:
- In-person attendance at coaching PLC and coaching meetings (both held on Thursday mornings) to ensure coherence with other coaches on this project.
Optional:
- Attendance at New Visions All-Staff meetings held during this part-time engagement
- Attendance at New Visions staff social events is optional and on a voluntary (unpaid) basis
Required Education and Experience:
- Masters-level degree in education
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in public education, preferably urban schools and secondary level
- Minimum of 3 years of experience supervising, coaching, or leading teachers, across at least 2 different school sites
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in mathematics education, either as a teacher or a coach
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of systems-level change
- Knowledge of professional learning and coaching to support IM Implementation (may be prior completion of IM Math Coaching workshop series or equivalent professional learning in Illustrative Mathematics)
- Demonstrated ability to support teachers using curriculum materials with students with a variety of learning needs
- Skills related to the design, implementation, and assessment of effective secondary curricula
- Strong service and support orientation towards schools and school communities
- Strong interpersonal skills to navigate the diverse cultural environments of a wide range of public high schools, and ability to work effectively with a wide range of school and district leaders and staff
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Physical Requirements:
- ability to travel onsite to NYC public schools across the 5 boroughs, multiple days per week, typically in 6 hour daily increments
- walking up stairs
- conversing with internal staff and external stakeholders
- use of hands and fingers to operate a laptop, telephone, and/or keyboard
- ability to carry up to 10 pounds (such as for a laptop and carrying case)
Job Status and Hours:
- Weekly hours to generally range from 15-20 hours per week
- Part-time, hourly position, not eligible for benefits, holiday pay, or Paid Time Off (PTO) beyond what is required under NYC law
- Offers are contingent on receiving fingerprint background check clearance by the NYC Dept of Education and completion of New Visions HR onboarding
Pay Range:
- School facing work (including team meetings after onboarding): $100 per hour minimum to $150 per hour maximum
- Training and onboarding rate: 75% of school facing work rate
While the majority of new hires’ starting salaries shall be expected to be placed in the first half of the range(s) to allow space to grow in the job, for those who already have significant relevant experience at that level of the job, placement at the higher end of the range(s) is possible.
Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
Who We Are
For over three decades, New Visions for Public Schools has played a central role in improving the quality of New York City public schools and removing barriers to the success of low-income students and students of color.
New Visions focuses on providing educators with the tools, resources, and support to build and continuously improve strong and responsive systems. These include major investments in student planning tools, free and high-quality curriculum, and innovative career & college preparatory programs.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
New Visions for Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of New Visions that all employees and applicants for employment will be treated in all respects on the basis of their merit and qualifications and without regards to their race, color, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender, military status, marital status, ancestry, or any other reason prohibited by law.
New Visions believes that our teams should reflect the diverse communities we serve and that our culture and internal structures should be inclusive and equitable for all employees. We also recognize that perspectives from communities that have been historically marginalized are critical to the work we do. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from individuals living in the communities that we serve or who are members of historically marginalized communities.
New Visions provides a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package in addition to the opportunity to make a significant impact on education reform and in the lives of urban youth.
What We Do
At New Visions for Public Schools, we work to make great public schools common in New York City. We believe that all of New York City’s students deserve public schools that make successful futures possible, especially Black, Latinx, and low-income students who have historically had inequitable access to a great public education. Since 1989, New Visions has been a driving force behind some of the most significant reforms to public education in New York City. Today, our diverse team of professionals develop and scale innovative tools and approaches that help educators address common challenges.
We operate ten public charter schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens and, as a trusted partner of the NYC DOE, we help almost 2,000 public district schools plan for the success of over 1,000,000 students citywide!
Why Work With Us
You’ll be challenged constantly but will always have an amazing team to back you up and push you to succeed. You get to work with thought leaders and innovators in the education section. And you’ll be contributing to changing the landscape of public education in NYC. Plus, we have great medical benefits and fun work perks! Join New Visions today!
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