The Stratford Public Schools (SPS), through the Town of Stratford, seeks a consultant to serve as Math Coach/Consultant for the Stratford School District (“District”) Flood School Improvement project funded by a School Improvement Grant from the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE). The position includes summer work and runs until 30th September, 2026 with the potential for renewal if a second grant is secured. The contracted Math Coach/Consultant, under the primary supervision of the building principal, will coach teachers and provide consultation services in the area of math. Job Duties: ○ Provide collaborative, ongoing, and job-embedded coaching. ○ Coach teachers in groups and individually in best practices related to Tier 1 math instruction. ○ Use data-and evidence-informed learning when coaching teachers. ○ Support teachers in differentiating for a variety of needs, including students who are English learners and who are identified as needing special education services. ○ Observe instruction and provide non-evaluative feedback to teachers. ○ Construct opportunities for groups of teachers to observe each other. ○ Structure time for teachers to discuss their learning from classroom observations, modeled lessons, etc. ○ Model particular instructional strategies for individuals or groups of teachers. ○ Facilitate teacher meetings during professional development time, common planning time, etc. ○ Work with teachers in the summer to continue coaching and provide support during curriculum writing. ○ Collaborate with administration to support teachers’ growth and to analyze trends in data. Outcomes: 1. Increased teacher competency in Tier 1 instructional practices. 2. Systematic measurement of work and impact (data and evidence documentation). 3. Develop teachers’ skills and strategies for working with small groups (Tier 2) within the classroom. 4. Student growth in math
