At the Lycée Français de New York, we aspire to create a culture where mathematical excellence is accessible to all our students, from the earliest age through to the end of their schooling. Rooted in a unique bilingual context, our approach is distinguished by its openness to the most advanced and inspiring teaching methods from around the world, while respecting the official programs of the French Ministry of Education, enabling our students to benefit from a rich and diverse mathematical education.
Our ambition is to nurture and sustain a deep love of mathematics, ensuring that each student develops not only a rigorous understanding of the discipline and its applications, but also a genuine enjoyment, even passion, for it.
The Cross-Divisional Mathematics Coordinator leads the charge of this ambitious initiative by identifying, developing and establishing the pillars of our mathematical cross-divisional program.
This full-time, exempt position is placed under the joint leadership of the Director of Primary and the Director of Secondary to plan, organize, coordinate and implement the educational services, professional development activities, instructional resources and support functions of the mathematics program so as to enhance student learning and achievement across both divisions.
The Cross-Divisional Mathematics Coordinator is responsible for performing the duties identified below.
Main tasks :
- Assume teaching responsibilities for a class of 6th grade which represent 6 teaching periods and 1 dialogue period per week.
- Provide coverage for up to 8 replacement periods per month in Secondary school. Beyond that, replacement hours are paid at the rate set by the school.
- Work closely with the pedagogical team (Cycle Coordinators, Secondary Mathematics Department Coordinator and teachers) to effectively integrate mathematics into the curriculum and ensure its coherence.
- Promote the exchange of pedagogical practices and resources between teachers at the school level to improve teaching methods and enrich the teaching of mathematics in an international bilingual context.
- Set up and run working and discussion groups as well as training courses on the didactics of mathematics, and support teachers as needed to improve their mathematical skills through personalized learning.
- Observe and model classroom practices, analyze and propose improvements based on effective teaching methods chosen by the Lycée.
- Initiate and actively participate in the design, evaluation and development of mathematics programs specific to the Lycée, in line with the objectives set by the French Ministry of Education.
- Develop and adopt consistent, progressive and ambitious standards for students.
- Advise Lycée leadership on the development and implementation of mathematics teaching strategies, thus ensuring teaching objectives are aligned with the school's overall vision.
- Initiate and promote a local and international educational watch to integrate best practices and innovations in mathematics. To this end, participate in U.S. and international mathematics conferences (NCSM Leadership in Mathematics Education, etc.).
- In collaboration with the Admissions Department and Division Directors, help inform families about mathematics education at the Lycée. This may include participation in various events such as open house day, admissions day, etc…
Profile required:
- Degree in mathematics, with solid experience in teaching mathematics at various levels. Knowledge of expectations and teaching practices in primary school.
- Excellent command of official French mathematics programs for Preschool through 9th grade, innovative teaching methods and digital teaching tools.
- Ability to work in a team, listen to students and teachers, communicate effectively and establish constructive, respectful and caring working relationships.
- Ability to analyze pedagogical practices and propose appropriate training initiatives.
- Commitment to continuous improvement in mathematics education and student success
- Fluency in written and spoken French and English.
Working hours: 40 hours a week (including 5 hours of lunch break).
Annual salary range : $81,076 - $130,917.
The pay range above corresponds to steps 5 to 30 of the current internal salary grid.
The position of Cross-Divisional Mathematics Coordinator requires a certain flexibility in terms of working hours as they are adapted to the needs of the Lycée Français de New York and ongoing projects. Regular working hours are defined in agreement with the school management, and include time for interaction, research and preparation. The candidate must be prepared to adapt to more intensive periods of work, particularly during the preparation of programs, training courses and evaluations. Responsibilities may require attendance at meetings or events outside standard school hours, including occasional evenings or weekends, to meet the demands of the Lycée's educational mission.
Committed to fostering an inclusive community, the Lycée Français de New York celebrates diverse identities and lived experiences, which enrich our students' learning. We respect, support, and value our students' and employees' voices, and we strive to offer an equitable environment in which they can thrive.
Apply via
www.lfny.org/hr/referentmaths by completing the online application form and uploading the necessary documents: cover letter, CV, certifications and any other relevant documents.