Purpose
The purpose of the Mathematics Instructional Coaches Pilot Program is to provide assistance in developing the content knowledge and instructional expertise of secondary mathematics teachers. Eligible districts may contract with an approved service provider for this professional development.
Eligibility
A school district or open-enrollment charter in Texas is eligible for the current cycle (Cycle 3) if it meets either of the following requirements:
- 60% or more of students enrolled in the district are identified as being economically disadvantaged for each of the preceding three school years
- 70% or less of students across secondary grade levels met the state standard on the first administration of the mathematics Texas Assessment of Knowledge and skills for each of the three preceding school years