Master Teacher (Math)

Under moderate supervision, the master teacher performs intermediate-level work with limited decision-making discretion, collaborating with the teacher of record to implement effective teaching strategies aligned with required content standards. The role involves facilitating and supporting curriculum instruction in assigned content area(s) for grades K-12, including technology integration. Based on student need, the employee may serve as the teacher of record at the principal's discretion. This position carries out Board of Education policies and procedures as an expert curriculum practitioner under the direction of the building-level principal.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with school administration and the classroom teacher of record to provide targeted instructional strategies, including technology integration using the MTSS framework.
• Demonstrate instructional expertise and coaching skills.
• Support professional learning communities (PLCs) in developing classroom practices to meet student needs and curricular demands.
• Develop, facilitate, and evaluate building-level professional development activities aligned to prioritized school goals.
• Improve classroom teaching by setting clear expectations and observing, coaching, and modeling effective teaching strategies.
• Conduct follow-up teacher conferences that provide specific and actionable feedback.
• Oversee planning, facilitation, and follow-up of school-based professional development.
• Assist teachers in applying new professional learning.
• Understand and analyze data from multiple sources to identify student learning trends, set goals, monitor and modify instruction, and increase student achievement in accordance with school improvement plans.
• Support an instructional program conducive to accelerated student achievement.
• Actively investigate, review, and evaluate instructional research, supporting teachers in identifying promising subject-specific strategies to improve student outcomes.
• Regularly assess student learning and ensure specific, timely feedback to students regarding performance.
• Support colleagues in aligning standards, curricula, instructional strategies, and assessment tools.
• Team-teach with colleagues, demonstrate model lessons, and support teachers in using effective instructional strategies to meet students' learning needs.
• Facilitate professional development and attend related meetings as required.
• Participate in professional development workshops and leadership training.
• Create an inclusive environment with positive communication.
• Perform related work as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Valid NC Teaching license in a content-specific area required.
• Master’s degree in Education preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a successful content-area teacher required.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License or ability to provide own transportation.
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of curriculum principles, standards, and expectations in the assigned area.
• Comprehensive knowledge of staff development practices, procedures, and techniques.
• Comprehensive knowledge of utilizing appropriate data to make instructional decisions for students.
• Demonstrated knowledge of learning styles, curriculum development, program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment, and research related to learning.
• Skilled in using current software, including word processing, spreadsheets, and desktop publishing applications.
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment, or software related to business needs.
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily operations.
• Strong communication skills across all settings and mediums.
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to develop charts, graphs, reports, and records related to school planning and strategy.
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment.

Pay & Schedule

State Salary Schedule, full-time, 10 months.

Reports To

Principal.

Work Location

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. The district reserves the right to require work at other locations as needed.