Posted: 02-Mar-23
Location: McLean, Virginia
Type: Full Time
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The Langley School, a PS-8 independent school in McLean, Virginia, seeks a Primary and Lower School Math Specialist beginning in August 2023.
The math specialist works with primary and lower school students and teachers to promote and support mathematics learning and development. Partnering with a second math specialist, who focuses on upper elementary instruction, the math specialist serves as a curricular leader in mathematics education and leads professional development initiatives. In cooperation with the director of student support and other members of the student support team, the math specialist partners with teachers to support students with a variety of learning styles. As facilitators of school-wide assessment practices, the student support team collaborates with classroom teachers as they administer, score, and evaluate assessments. The math specialist is an integral member of grade level teams, collaborates with colleagues to create and implement action plans for students as needed, and monitors students’ progress in cooperation with classroom teachers and members of the student support team. Additionally, the math specialist models and teaches small and whole group instruction, and participates on the coaching team to provide instructional coaching to faculty members.
Grounded in a deep respect for childhood, The Langley School offers an exceptional community and an inquiry-based academic curriculum paired with a unique social-emotional program for students in preschool through eighth grade. Since 1942, The Langley School has shaped confident, kind, self-aware learners who are prepared to thrive in the nation's top high schools and beyond. Langley remains committed to attracting and retaining exceptional faculty as members of our community who demonstrate a deep respect for childhood, are excited about being leaders in teaching and learning, and want to work in a highly collaborative environment.
The Langley School offers highly competitive salaries, excellent benefits, robust professional development opportunities, and tuition remission for faculty and staff.
Requirements:
Master’s degree in education; at least five years teaching experience, preferably in the early elementary setting; excellent written and verbal communication; skill in collaborating with colleagues; expertise in mathematics; commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment; and a passion for working with children of all ages.
To Apply:
Please send a resume to:
Sarah Sumwalt
Director of Student Support & Social-Emotional Learning
via email: ssumwalt@langleyschool.org and please write “Math Specialist” in the subject line.
No phone calls, please.
The Langley School is comprised of students, teachers, parents, and staff who believe that a diverse school community promotes learning and growth, preparing students for responsible and compassionate citizenship in the global community. We administer all programs and policies without discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, or any other category to the extent protected by applicable laws.
