The Mississippi Department of Education Office of Curriculum and Instruction Division of Mathematics Coaching has extended the deadline to Monday, Nov. 9 in seeking highly qualified applicants for Elementary (K-6) Mathematics Coach Educator in Residence (EIR) positions.
The Division of Mathematics Coaching is responsible for supporting and training K-6th grade teachers, curriculum specialists, and other educators by providing evidence-based instructional strategies for mathematics. Passed during the 2026 legislative session, the Moving Math in Mississippi (M3) initiative prioritizes grade-level mathematics instruction as students encounter the mathematical progression of standards from K-6th grade. By emphasizing grade-level mathematics instruction and targeted support, the initiative seeks to ensure that students remain on track academically through their elementary years.
The deadline for receipt of November 2026 Math EIR Application [FINAL] is on or before Monday, Nov. 9 at 2 p.m. Central Standard Time (CST).
All applications must be submitted via email at MathEIRapplication@mdek12.org OR shipped/mailed to the following mailing address:
Dr. Michelle Nowell
Associate State Superintendent
Office of Curriculum and Instruction
The Mississippi Department of Education
K-6 Math Coach
Educator in Residence (EIR)
359 North West Street
Jackson, Mississippi 39201
Please direct any questions regarding the EIR position to Dr. Rufus D. Hill, rhill@mdek12.org.