AMSTI Math Specialist

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama, two years of professional teaching experience which included the implementation of AMSTI Math programs and current Alabama Teacher’s Certificate. Preferred Qualifications Certification as an AMSTI Math Trainer is preferred. Job Description Summary The University of South Alabama’s Education Office of Contracts and Grants is seeking to hire two AMSTI Math Specialists. These vacancies are for grade levels 6-12. Interested candidates should apply to be considered. Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position. Essential Functions

• Facilitates and/or participates in professional learning for secondary teachers and administrators based on assignments and/or LEA (Local Education Agency) needs, including online options.
• Assists AMSTI-ALSDE (AL St Dept of Educ) in developing and maintaining common professional learning offerings and supporting resources for AMSTI and/or ALSDE.
• Provides ongoing professional learning to AMSTI lead teachers, certified AMSTI facilitators, and instructional coaches.
• Assists IHEs with planning and conducting pre-service and continuing education/outreach activities.
• Participates in AMSTI professional learning activities and staff meetings conducted by the ALSDE and Site Director, unless prior approval for absence is granted.
• Provides frequent, ongoing support and coaching to teachers, AMSTI lead teachers, certified AMSTI facilitators, coaches, and/or administrators based on assignments and/or LEA needs.
• Assists AMSTI teachers in effectively using common planning time and Professional Learning Communities to improve instruction.
• Assists in recruiting new AMSTI teachers and/or facilitators.
• Conducts research on the effects of current science and/or DLCS practices in AMSTI classrooms.
• Coordinates work through the AMSTI Site Director.
• Collaborates with other specialists, and communicates with all stakeholders to achieve and maintain proficiency in all standards, pedagogical content knowledge, and AMSTI lessons and practices.
• Works with materials managers to make site-level decisions based on teacher needs/requests.
• Provides feedback to the ALSDE regarding customization of kits and materials to make them teacher/classroom friendly.
• Maintains records (including financial) and completes paperwork in a timely manner.
• Participates in the development, maintenance, and promotion of AMSTI resources according to the resource development and PR guidelines.
• Communicates with AMSTI Site Director/PI and AMSTI-ALSDE in advance regarding plans for retirement or resignation.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

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Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) Health Insurance Short Term Disability Life Insurance Education Benefit Retirement Plan Memberships and Events Student Loan Forgiveness Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees earn paid time off (PTO) as they work. PTO can be used for vacation, holidays, sick days and personal days. Each year, employees can choose to cash out up to 80 hours of available PTO the following calendar year. Health Insurance New employees health, dental, and pharmacy benefits are effective the first day of the month following hire date. Short Term Disability This free benefit provides income support for those who are out of work for a medical reason such as illness, accident, or maternity. After a fifteen day waiting period, it provides 60 percent wage replacement. Life Insurance USA Health provides a free term life insurance policy for our employees based on annual salary. Policies for spouse and dependents are also included. Additional coverage can be purchased for employee, spouse and dependents. Education Benefit University of South Alabama offers a credit on tuition each semester for employees, spouse, and dependents after just six months of employment. Retirement Plan USA Health offers a 5% matching retirement account and other non-matching account choices. Included with this benefit is a free individual session with a financial planner. Memberships and Events Employees can join USA’s state-of-the-art recreation center for a nominal fee. USA football season tickets are available at a discount, and employees can attend all other USA sporting events for free. Student Loan Forgiveness As an employee of a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the U.S. Department of Education.