Teacher, Expanded Impact Teacher 1/ 6th Grade ELA/ (26-27) EOY

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be in the CMS Teacher Leader Pathway Talent Pool as an EIT1.

Salary/Status Certified
Schedule/ Full-time, 10 months
Non-Title I School: $2,250 supplemental
Title 1 School: $2,250 supplemental

Reports To Principal

Essential Functions

Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures

Adhere to the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards

Planning And Preparation

Set high expectations of achievement that are ambitious and measurable for students

Backwards plan to align all lessons, activities, and assessments in designated subject(s)

Design instruction that is enriched, addressing appropriate Depth of Knowledge questioning, and personalized (reflecting learning levels and interests of individual students)

Design assessments that accurately assess student progress

Use student data to design interventions that improve achievement across multiple classrooms

Classroom Environment

Hold students accountable for high expectations of behavior and engagement that are ambitious and measurable

Create classroom environments that are conducive to collaborative and individual learning

Establish a culture of respect, enthusiasm, and rapport

Leadership

Design or lead schoolwide initiatives

Serve on curriculum development or assessment committees

Partner with parents, community organizations to extend student learning opportunities

Develop cross-curricular projects that connect multiple subjects and/or grade levels

Instruction

Hold students accountable for ambitious, measurable standards of academic achievement

Identify and address learning needs of individual students

Support the development of students' organizational and time-management skills

Incorporate leveled questioning and discussion in student learning

Provide small-group support for students from other classes or grade levels

Tailor small group and individual instruction to meet the needs of all students

Monitor and analyze student assessment data

Create structures to communicate with students and keep them informed of their progress

Professional Responsibilities

Maintain high growth with students assigned to EIT1

Informally mentor and lead peers, providing leadership in instructional planning and differentiating instruction

Solicit and eagerly receive feedback from supervisors and team members to improve professional skills

Maintain regular communication with families and work collaboratively with them

Collaborate with other teachers and staff responsible for the same students' learning and development

Participate in professional development opportunities at school, in the district, and for the program

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in assigned area

Comprehensive knowledge of how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning

Knowledge of the subject matter being taught

Technology proficiency and knowledge of digital learning may be required for certain assignments

Excellent computer and reporting skills

Able to effectively lead other adults to improve student achievement

Able to set challenging goals and reach a high standard of performance despite barriers

Able to plan ahead in order to reach goals and avoid problems

Able to set clear expectations and hold others accountable for performance

Able to adapt one's approach to the requirements of a situation and to change tactics

Able to apply logical thinking or reasoning to define and administer effective lesson plans and course objectives

Able to interpret technical instructions and school system policies and procedures

Able to maintain curriculum guidelines or requirements as established by the State and school system

Able to effectively interact with principals, co-workers, students, and parents

Able to solve problems involving sensitivity or conflict

Able to use and apply methods of effective instruction, including lectures and demonstrations

Able to interpret and use assessment results

Able to work confidentially and with discretion

Able to manage time, meet deadlines, prioritize projects, plan starting and ending deadlines, and successfully bring closure to projects

Education And Experience

Bachelor's degree required

At least 2 years of prior teaching experience with at least 1 year of demonstrated evidence of high-progress student outcomes in relevant subjects required

NC Professional Educator's License in the subject area and grade level appropriate to the school's needs required

Evidence of initiative and leadership of adults required

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Desired Determined by talent pool screening rubrics

Special Requirements

Coaching other teachers is not an option in this role

Required to teach at least 20% more students than other classrooms of the same grade level or subject area at the same school

Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation

Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings