Math Instructional Support Leader (ISL) - Part Time

High School Math Instructional Support Leader (ISL): Architect of Pedagogical Excellence Location: Assigned FFSD High School Site Status: 10-Month Academic Calendar | Part-Time Certified Leadership | Exempt (FLSA) Work Schedule: Part-Time (Schedule and equivalent days coordinated based on building needs; follows the academic school-year calendar) The Opportunity: Elevating the Standard of High School Math In Ferguson-Florissant, our "New Chapter" places heavy emphasis on deep conceptual learning, academic rigor, and equitable access to advanced mathematics.

We are seeking a highly experienced, certified secondary math educator to serve as a Part-Time Math Instructional Support Leader (ISL) . In this leadership role, you won't just teach students; you will expand the capacity of our instructional teams. Working as an expert coach and curricular guide, you will collaborate with high school math teachers to model lessons, analyze student achievement metrics, and refine classroom strategies.

If you are a veteran math educator looking for a highly impactful, part-time leadership opportunity without a full-time classroom load, your next chapter starts here. Salary & Compensation Salary Placement: Placed directly on the Ferguson-Florissant Teacher Salary Schedule (prorated based on the part-time contract percentage/days worked).

Your placement on the schedule is determined by the Board of Education certified salary parameters, factoring in your degree steps, graduate-level coursework, and prior certified teaching or instructional coaching experience.

Benefits

This is a part-time position and does not include district-paid medical benefits or retirement contributions.

Role Summary

The High School Math Instructional Support Leader (ISL) provides peer coaching, curriculum alignment, and instructional strategy design for the high school mathematics department. Reporting directly to the Building Principal and working closely with district math coordinators, this position facilitates Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), interprets standardized and formative assessment data, and demonstrates research-backed teaching methods to optimize student outcomes in Algebra, Geometry, and higher-level courses.

Why You'll Succeed (Qualifications) Certified Specialist (Required): Must hold and maintain a valid, active Missouri Mathematics (Grades 9-12) Certification issued by DESE. Educationally Prepared: Bachelor's degree in Mathematics Education, Mathematics, or a related field required. Master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Leadership, or Mathematics is highly preferred.

The Veteran Mentor: Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of highly successful secondary classroom math teaching experience preferred, with a proven track record of student growth. The Instructional Coach: Prior experience modeling lessons, mentoring peer teachers, or facilitating professional development is highly valued.

Data Literacy: Advanced ability to interpret complex student performance data (such as End-of-Course exams) and translate metrics into targeted, daily instructional actions. Collaborative Communicator: Outstanding human relations and coaching skills, with the ability to provide constructive, growth-oriented feedback to professional peers.

Your Impact (Key Duties) Instructional Coaching & Modeling: Partner with high school math teachers to model advanced, research-based instructional strategies, co-teach challenging units, and design interactive classroom activities. Data-Driven Diagnostics: Lead math departments in reviewing student assessment data, identifying learning gaps, and engineering swift, targeted instructional pivots.

Curriculum Alignment: Ensure that high school math classrooms are operating in tight, high-rigor alignment with Missouri Learning Standards and the district's instructional blueprints. PLC Facilitation: Support math Professional Learning Communities by guiding collaborative planning sessions, unpacking standards, and selecting high-yield instructional resources.

Differentiated Interventions: Assist teachers in designing and implementing tier-one and tier-two math interventions to support struggling scholars and push advanced learners. Professional Learning Design: Create and lead focused professional development workshops or brief training huddles for campus math faculty as requested by building leadership.

Your Leadership Partners Primary Support: High School Math Department Chair & District Secondary Math Coordinators Administrative Evaluator: High School Building Principal & Assistant Principal of Curriculum The Logistics of Your Success Classification: Part-Time Certified Support | 10-Month Academic Calendar . Work Setting: Dynamic high school campus setting, rotating between classrooms, department collaboration spaces, and the main administration office.

Physical Readiness: Comfort moving frequently between high school classrooms, presenting to adults and youth, and maintaining active focus during coaching sessions.

Benefits

This is a part-time, non-benefited role. It does not carry district-paid medical insurance or retirement system contributions. The FFSD Advantage: Total Flexibility & Professional Focus We don't just hire leaders; we invest in the instructional captains who steer our schools toward excellence. The Ideal Part-Time Leadership Balance: Keep your hand in high-level instructional design and professional mentoring on a flexible, prorated salaried schedule that respects your time.

The Perfect School Calendar: Work exclusively on standard school days. Enjoy weekends, evenings, school holidays, and your entire summer completely free. Professional Impact: Focus purely on what you do best�elevating instruction, supporting colleagues, and engineering academic growth�without the burdens of full-time classroom grading and administration.

About Our District The Ferguson-Florissant School District is fiercely committed to the "New Chapter" of instructional equity. We serve nearly 10,000 scholars from preschool through graduation, and we believe that strong math instruction is the bedrock of their long-term success. Join our team and serve as the guiding force that empowers our teachers and inspires our students to master the mathematics of their futures.

Hiring Timeline Application Deadline: Open Until Filled Ready to lead our high school math faculty toward instructional breakthroughs on a flexible, salaried schedule? Apply online to join our leadership team today!