Ulster BOCES Career and Technical Center seeks a passionate and innovative math facilitator to join our team.
This is not your traditional math classroom! You will play a critical role in embedding mathematical concepts directly into our industry-based trade programs, fostering a unique learning experience for young professionals (students). We are committed to developing well-rounded individuals with the technical and employability skills needed for success in the trades, aligning with the SkillsUSA triangle of person, workplace, and technical skills. Our design principles emphasize workplace learning, equity-based PBL (Project-Based Learning), and Crew practices from EL Education.
Key to Success:
This role requires a genuine curiosity about the diverse projects undertaken in our trade programs. The successful candidate will be a supportive facilitator, collaborating closely with instructors and students to ensure projects become immersive learning experiences that naturally integrate and reinforce mathematical skills.
Ulster BOCES offers regionally competitive salary and benefits (see the Ulster BOCES Teachers' Organization contract at www.ulsterboces.org for details).
Salary commensurate with experience and training. Salary range starting at $64,231
To be legally employed as a Teacher, you must possess a valid teacher certificate. (For more information visit:
http://eservices.nysed.gov/teach/certhelp/CertRequirementHelp.do.)
NYS Certification Details:
Area of Interest: Classroom Teacher
Subject Area: Mathematics
Grade Level: Adolescent - Grades 7-12
Title: Mathematics 7-12
Type of Certificate: Initial or Professional
Only candidates who currently possess appropriate NYS certification, or qualify for the initial teaching certificate, will be considered for this position.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Project-Based Math Integration:
Collaborate with trade program instructors to identify opportunities to embed relevant mathematical concepts within real-world projects and activities. Facilitate discussions and activities that guide students to discover and apply math skills necessary for successful project completion. Utilize differentiated instruction strategies to ensure all students can access and master mathematical concepts through project engagement.
Project Support and Skill Development:
Actively engage with trade programs to understand student projects and identify opportunities for students to hone their mathematical skills. Develop and implement project-specific learning resources that provide targeted support and foster deeper understanding of the underlying math principles. Assist instructors in ensuring students develop the strong technical skills required for their chosen field, highlighting the mathematical relevance of various trade-related tasks and procedures.
Student Growth & Support:
Utilize a variety of assessment methods to identify individual student needs and provide targeted support in math skills relevant to the trades, all within the context of the projects. Develop and implement strategies to promote student self-confidence in their ability to apply math to solve problems and complete projects successfully. Collaborate with the teaching team to ensure all students achieve academic success and develop the necessary technical skills for trade careers.
Professional Development:
Stay current on math education best practices, particularly in project-based learning methodologies and integrating math into trade applications. Actively participate in professional development opportunities to further develop your skills in facilitating project-based math learning.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Works with individuals and groups of students in devising sequences of educational experiences that may be expected to lead the students to achievement of their specified goals.
- Serves as a resource person to students pursuing individual learning programs.
- Meets regularly with students assigned for the purpose of counseling, encouraging and evaluating.
- Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for achieving stated objectives when formal instruction appears necessary or desirable.
- Meets with students and parents for conferences.
- Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom in a fair and just manner.
- Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
WORK SCHEDULE:
10 month schedule, September through June
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. New York State Certification in Mathematics (preferred)
2. Two-year minimum related classroom experience.
AGENCY OVERVIEW
Our Mission:
At Ulster BOCES, our mission is to provide high quality shared educational, administrative, and technical services that will enable component school districts to develop the capacity of their students and adults to achieve higher standards of performance. With an emphasis on economic efficiencies, Ulster BOCES is committed to offering educational programs that enable all students to prepare for employment and/or post-secondary education.
The Ulster County Board of Cooperative Education Services is an educational agency serving eight component school districts. They are: Ellenville Central School District • Highland Central School District • Kingston City Schools Consolidated • New Paltz Central School District • Onteora Central School District • Rondout Valley Central School District • Saugerties Central School District • Wallkill Central School District
BENEFITS
Generous health insurance, dental and vision benefits. Paid time off. New York state retirement system membership and 403(b) tax-sheltered annuities plan. Flexible spending plan, disability benefits, employee assistance program and tuition reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ulster County Board of Cooperative Educational Services Non-Discrimination Statement
The Board of Cooperative Educational Services, Sole Supervisory District of Ulster County (“BOCES”), does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (“sexual orientation” means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected status in regard to employment opportunities or educational/vocational programs or activities which it operates. All inquiries regarding BOCES Non-Discrimination policies and/or complaints regarding violation(s) of these policies should be directed to the BOCES Compliance Officer, Amanda Stokes, Assistant Superintendent for Administration in one of the following manners:
By E-Mail: complianceofficer@ulsterboces.org
By Mail: 175 Route North, New Paltz, New York, 12561
By Telephone: (845) 255-1400
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