Job Application for Director of Math, K-4 at Achievement First Network Support

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About Achievement First

Achievement First (AF) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that currently supports 41 public charter schools in New York, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. Consistently rated as one of the top charter school networks in the country for almost 25 years, AF is committed to continuous improvement, programmatic evolution for enhanced student outcomes, and sustainable growth. The majority of AF students are Black and Latinx children from low-income families who will be the first in their families to graduate from college. AF currently employs more than 2,200 staff — 64% of whom identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color — who collectively educate nearly 15,000 students in Brooklyn and Queens, NY; New Haven, Bridgeport, and Hartford, CT; and Providence, RI.

The mission of Achievement First is to deliver on the promise of equal educational opportunity for all of America’s children. AF knows that every child—regardless of race, zip code, or economic status—deserves access to great schools. At AF, students realize their potential and develop the skills they need to graduate from high school, succeed in college, thrive in a competitive world, and serve as the next generation of leaders in their communities. At AF, students and staff embark on a shared journey to fulfill their incredible potential.

The Achievement First Elementary Math Program

The Achievement First elementary math program aims for students to build a strong foundation in mathematical understanding, develop confidence as mathematicians, and experience joy in solving problems and exploring mathematical ideas. Students learn to think critically, communicate their reasoning, and apply their learning to meaningful situations.

Our program is grounded in several core components:

Core Instruction: Students develop strong conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and mathematical reasoning aligned to grade-level standards.
Problem Solving: Students engage in meaningful mathematical tasks that promote critical thinking, perseverance, and multiple problem-solving strategies.
Cumulative Review: Students regularly revisit previously taught concepts to strengthen retention and deepen understanding.
Small Group Instruction: Students receive targeted support and enrichment to ensure all learners can access grade-level content and reach their fullest mathematical potential.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We strive to ensure our curriculum, instructional practices, and student experiences affirm identity, foster belonging, and reflect diverse perspectives.

Your Impact

The Director of Elementary Math Achievement is an integral member of the math team, partnering with principals, instructional leaders, and teachers to design and implement an exemplary elementary math program. This role supports schools in developing the tools, skills, and knowledge needed to deliver excellent mathematics instruction through professional learning, coaching, classroom observations, and data analysis. The position offers the opportunity to drive elementary math achievement across one of the nation's leading charter school networks.

Responsibilities of the Director of K-4 Math Achievement will include but are not limited to:

Math Program Management & Design: Lead and support the elementary school math team in continuing to build a robust program and curriculum:

Manage Program Vision and Implementation

Act as a thought partner to the network leadership teams to help synthesize the network vision for math instruction and contribute to the development of clear programmatic recommendations for school leaders

Analyze Data

Deeply analyze student achievement data (student work samples, weekly quizzes, interim assessments and state tests) to determine how to better develop materials and provide targeted, high quality teacher training

Math Program Execution Support: Drive strong results in partnership with schools:

- Facilitate Professional Development
  - With the elementary school math team, develop professional development sessions that support vision setting for the math program, implementation of the curriculum and growth of core skills and knowledge
- Coaching and Observations
  - Conduct focused observations to push content-specific instructional practices, improve implementation of curriculum, gather information on best practices and pilot new projects
  - Develop instructional eye of deans and principals through focused co-observations and feedback
- Coordinate Core Math Program Systems
  - Coordinate school leaders, deans and teachers in maintaining quality control of core systems integral to teaching and learning, such as process-based assessment, data collection, etc.

Educational Background and Work Experience

Four or more years of experience as an instructional leader (Dean of Academics, Assistant Principal, Principal, or equivalent role) with a strong record of improving elementary math achievement, or experience leading elementary mathematics programs across multiple schools.
Deep knowledge of elementary mathematics content, pedagogy, and child development.
Experience coaching teachers to improve instructional practice and student outcomes in elementary mathematics.
Experience analyzing multiple forms of student achievement data to inform instructional and leadership decisions.
Strong preference for experience supporting multiple schools, instructional leaders, or grade-level teams simultaneously.

Travel Expectations

This is a hybrid role. The expectation is that the person in the role would be able to come into the Network Support office (NYC, CT, or RI) at least 3 days a week. There may be additional travel to regions outside of your own on a monthly basis.

Compensation

Achievement First sets salaries through a lens of equity, and based on the requisite skills, education, and experience relevant to the role. The salary for this position is $117,753 with no flexibility. Achievement First offers to all regular, full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 403(b) retirement benefit package with match, and paid Family Leave.

Achievement First is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Spanish language proficiency is a plus. You can learn more about diversity at Achievement First here: http://www.achievementfirst.org/about-us/diversity/.

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Director of Math, K-4

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Responsibilities of the Director of K-4 Math Achievement will include but are not limited to:

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