Numeracy Coach

Numeracy Coach in the Cayman Islands

The Ministry of Education, Employment & Gender Affairs invites applications for the post of:

• Numeracy Coach

Salary: CI$47,520 - $55,128

The Numeracy Coach is responsible for working with teachers to develop their numeracy and teaching skills. This primarily involves training and supporting teachers and other personnel within the schools in the planning, delivery and evaluation of numeracy lessons.

Qualifications, Experience & Special Skills:

• A Masters in Education (MSc/MEd) or evidence of substantial recent and relevant professional development in the teaching of numeracy/mathematics education
• At least five years' experience as a primary teacher with evidence of effective numeracy teaching and the support of colleagues.
• Experience of working with teachers in developing their pedagogic and numeracy skills
•  Experience of teaching mathematics in a way that encourages students to be interactive and problem solvers
• A knowledge of a variety of approaches to teaching mathematics and the barriers to success in mathematics

The Cayman Islands offers one of the highest standards of living in the Caribbean. It is a tax-free jurisdiction, with a friendly welcoming people, combining the very best of the relaxed Caribbean attitude and modern living. Its proximity to Miami also provides easy access to North America and the rest of the Caribbean.

The remuneration package for the successful candidate is offered without deductions. The Cayman Islands Government provides an additional 12% pension contribution and 100% health insurance coverage for the employee and their dependents.

Detailed job descriptions and the Government application form are available online at www.education.gov.ky/jobs

Please submit the official government application form and your resume via e-mail to edu.recruitment@gov.ky  

Deadline for receipt of applications: April 27th 2014