26-27 Middle School Math Specialist

Belmont Charter Network is a family of 5 community schools centered on the central mission to
promote the academic, social and emotional well-being of each child. Our schools are supported by a
non-profit partner to provide holistic services to the school including out-of-school time, our social work project
and Head start. How do we do this? We do it by ensuring our students have access to complete support both
in and out of the classroom through a talented team of teachers, leaders, social workers, and partners.

We believe that schools and learning should be joyful!
You can find more about our core values and vision here. We believe that education is the single biggest way
we can disrupt the systemic racism that impacts Philadelphia and by extension our country. We are a mission
centered organization that has grown since its founding over 20 years ago to be the organization that serves
Philadelphia today. Learn more about our partners who support this vision by creating a full scope of
community support for our students and families. Our approach is grounded in trauma informed practice
which you can read more about here.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise:
■ Demonstrated skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds.
■ Creative problem solving
■ A commitment to being a lifelong learner, commitment to refining your craft
■ A knack for connecting with people across differences including parents, colleagues and students.
Position Summary: At Belmont Charter Middle School, we focus on respect, optimism, accountability, and
resilience. Here, we address each student’s specific needs through small group instruction. The Math
Specialist will effectively assess and diagnose student mathematical needs, design and deliver intentional
intervention through small groups, monitor student achievement, and meet proficiency.
Detailed Responsibilities:
● Provides push-in support during math instruction through small group instruction
● Provides pull-out intervention as needed.
● Works collaboratively with the classroom teachers and building staff to support meeting proficiency on
standards and to coordinate the need for support/intervention.
● Progress monitors students in math intervention
● Analyzes student data
● Administer student assessments and utilize data to identify areas for growth
● Collaborate with grade-level teachers and administration to establish growth plans for students
● Create lesson plans and activities to enhance student learning in areas of need
● Provide individual and small group remediation to struggling students
● Track and monitor individual student growth or drops in performance
● Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:

● A Bachelor’s degree or higher
● At least 3 years of prior K-8 math teaching experience
● Knowledge of math intervention techniques and literacy development
● Strong analytical abilities and a love for data-driven instruction
● Dedication to going above & beyond for your students
● Collaborative work style paired with the ability to take initiative
● High standards for both yourself and your students
● MS Math & Special Education certification preferred but not mandatory
● All employees must be able to provide Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check
Clearance (Act 34), Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151), Federal Bureau of
Investigation Record Check Clearance (Act 114), and Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Clearance
(Act 168) before starting work on campus
Skills and Abilities:
● Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability
backgrounds.
● Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested,
promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
● Participate in appropriate professional activities.
● Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student
organizations as directed.
● Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds and a variety of individualized needs
● Previous experience working with children preferred