Helping Children Learn Mathematics (2002)
Chapter: What Can Administrators Do?
What Can Administrators Do?
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Embrace the overarching goal of math proficiency for all.
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Promote the idea to teachers and parents that math proficiency for all is both desirable and achievable.
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Become an instructional leader in your school.
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Spend time in math classrooms observing teachers and coaching teachers on teaching for proficiency.
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Provide for a math curriculum aligned with the goal of math proficiency and expect teachers to design their instructional program accordingly.
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Hire one or more math specialists for each elementary school.
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Ensure that sufficient time is allocated for learning math.
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Provide time and resources for ongoing district-wide and school-based professional development focused on math.
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Make available teacher stipends, released time, and other support for substantial and sustained professional development.
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Focus on coherent, multi-year programs.
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Attend staff development activities for administrators to become familiar with math proficiency and with how proficiency is attained.
