World Learning - QITABI -2 : Mathematics Specialist

Mathematics Specialist

Quality Instruction towards Access and Basic Education Improvement” QITABI-2 Program

Background

USAID’s “Quality Instruction towards Access and Basic Education Improvement” (QITABI-2) is a five-year program seeking to improve learning outcomes for all students in public primary schools in Lebanon. Its activity targets an estimated 200,000 girls and boys, including those who are registered in second shifts of public schools.

World Learning has an immediate vacancy “Mathematics Specialist” for its Beirut-based USAID-funded Quality Instruction towards Access and Basic Education Improvement (QITABI-2) in Lebanon.

To apply: Please send your resume to recruitment@qitabi.org  with the post title on the subject line along with a cover letter (in English) explaining why you are best qualified for this position. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and qualified candidates should apply as soon as possible.

Scope and Responsibilities

The Mathematics Specialist will work closely with World Learning Home Office “Mathematics Education Specialist” and will report the Chief of Party of QITABI-2. S/he will provide technical guidance to the Center for Educational Research and Development (CERD) and the Directorate General of Education (DGE) at the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE) to develop mathematics education teaching approaches and classroom-based assessments and build the capacity of mathematics teachers grades 1-6. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic individual with knowledge of national curriculum and policies for mathematics in Lebanon, with a focus on primary education, and have demonstrated experience with government and non-government stakeholders or similar technical activities; and able to work effectively and respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds. The specialist should be able to:

• Co-develop scope and sequence for mathematics grades 1 – 6 based on international best practices and adapt scope and sequence to the Lebanese context
• Develop model lessons, using structured pedagogy, that fit within the scope and sequence
• Co-deliver Design Studios, in which subject expert members of CERD and DOPS will participate and develop materials for teacher training and coaching
• Coach members of CERD and DOPS in the development of lesson plans and materials for teacher training and coaching
• Co-create classroom-based assessments, such as formative assessments
• Understand results of data gathered through QITABI and QITABI-2 and apply this understanding towards the adjustment of program and policy decisions
• Work closely with partners to ensure social and emotional learning is embedded in the mathematics curriculum and the Early Grade Mathematics Assessment (EGMA) tool is aligned to the developed scope and sequence
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• M.A. in early mathematics education, with a focus on primary school education; Ph.D.  preferred with research and data analysis skills, both quantitative and qualitative
• Understanding of the complexities of teaching mathematics in a second language
• Ability to create scope and sequences and lesson plans
• Knowledge of national mathematics curriculum and policies in mathematics in Lebanon
• Knowledge of classroom-based assessment systems
• Knowledge of research skills and data analysis, both quantitative and qualitative.
• Fluent in Arabic, French, and English
• Be able to travel in Lebanon and outside of the country for conferences/meetings
• Experience teaching and/or working at the primary school level in Lebanon

World Learning is an equal employment opportunity committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.