Math-0-Rama Coach

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

Position: Coach

Hours: Varies according to schedule

Dates: November 2026 - May 2027

Position Overview

Lansing Public Schools is seeking enthusiastic Math-0-Rama Coaches to prepare students for districtwide mathematics competitions. Math-0-Rama is a mathematics enrichment program designed to challenge students, strengthen problem-solving skills, and build confidence through teamwork and friendly competition.

The primary responsibility of the coach is to prepare students to effectively compete in two districtwide Math-0-Rama meets held during the school day.

The ideal candidate enjoys mathematics, makes learning engaging, and helps students develop critical thinking, mathematical reasoning, and confidence when solving challenging problems.

Key Responsibilities
● Prepare students to effectively compete in two districtwide Math-0-Rama meets.
● Provide engaging, structured practice sessions focused on the skills and strategies needed for competition.
● Prepare students according to the district's established competition guidelines.
● Help students develop accuracy, fluency, critical thinking, and problem-solving strategies.
● Create a positive, supportive environment that encourages teamwork, perseverance, good sportsmanship, and healthy competition.
● Coordinate student participation and communicate with families, school administrators, and district program coordinators.
● Attend both Math-0-Rama meets during the school day and assist with event activities, supervision, and scoring as assigned.
● Be present for all scheduled practice sessions and competitions.

Qualifications
● State teaching certification preferred, but not required.
● Ability to create an encouraging environment that promotes confidence, collaboration, and perseverance.
● Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.

Application Deadline: Monday, November 9, 2026