Teacher, Expanded Impact Teacher 2 (26-27 SY)

Under moderate supervision and with the support of a Multi-Classroom Leader, the Expanded Impact Teacher 2 (EIT2) expands their reach to impact more students than a typical teacher position, aligning with student outcomes listed in the School Improvement Plan.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction while monitoring student progress to determine instructional needs.
• Collaborate closely with a team of teachers and staff to review student progress and adjust instruction to ensure progress and increased learning outcomes for every child.
• Carry out school-based work to implement Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal.
• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
• Planning and Preparation:
  • Set high, ambitious, and measurable expectations for student achievement.
  • Backwards plan to align lessons, activities, and assessments in designated subject(s).
  • Design enriched instruction addressing appropriate Depth of Knowledge questioning and personalized learning.
  • Create assessments that accurately measure student progress.
  • Use student data to design interventions improving achievement across multiple classrooms.
• Classroom Environment:
  • Hold students accountable for high expectations of behavior and engagement.
  • Create environments 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 and community organizations to extend student learning opportunities.
  • Develop cross-curricular projects connecting multiple subjects and/or grade levels.
• Instruction:
  • Hold students accountable for ambitious, measurable academic standards.
  • Identify and address individual student learning needs.
  • Support students' organizational and time-management skills.
  • Use varied strategies to engage students in learning.
  • Incorporate leveled questioning and discussion.
  • Provide small-group support for students from other classes or grade levels.
  • Tailor small-group and individual instruction to meet diverse student needs.
  • Monitor and analyze student assessment data.
  • Create structures to communicate student progress.
• Professional Responsibilities:
  • Maintain high growth for assigned students.
  • Informally mentor and lead peers in instructional planning and differentiation.
  • Solicit and apply feedback from supervisors and team members to improve skills.
  • Maintain regular communication with families and collaborate with them.
  • Collaborate with staff responsible for the same students' learning and development.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities.
  • Choose 2 additional formal instructional leadership responsibilities from:
    • Lead PLC
    • Instruct additional small groups of students
    • Serve as a model classroom for observation
    • Beginning Teacher Mentor
    • Committee Lead (ILT, SIT)
    • Lead whole staff and team PD
    • MTSS
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and approved by the Department of Teacher Leadership.

Requirements

• Must be in the CMS Teacher Leader Pathway Talent Pool as an EIT2.
• Comprehensive knowledge of curriculum principles, standards, and expectations in assigned area.
• Ability to utilize data to make instructional decisions for students.
• Demonstrated understanding of learning styles, curriculum development, program evaluation, instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment, 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.
• Ability to lead other adults to improve student achievement.
• Ability to set challenging goals and meet high performance standards despite barriers.
• Strong planning skills to reach goals and avoid problems.
• Ability to set clear expectations and hold others accountable.
• Adaptability to changing requirements and situations.
• Logical thinking and reasoning to define and administer effective lesson plans.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions, school system policies, and procedures.
• Maintain curriculum guidelines as established by the State and school system.
• Effective interaction with principals, co-workers, students, and parents.
• Problem-solving skills involving sensitivity or conflict.
• Ability to use and apply methods of effective instruction, including lectures and demonstrations.
• Ability to interpret and use assessment results.
• Work confidentially and with discretion.
• Time management skills to meet deadlines, prioritize projects, and plan timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 3 years of prior teaching experience with at least 1 year of demonstrated evidence of high-progress student outcomes in relevant subjects.
• NC Professional Educator’s License in the subject area and grade level appropriate to the school’s needs.
• Evidence of initiative and leadership of adults.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

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 provide own transportation.
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Pay

Full-time, 10-month position with a $4,500 supplemental stipend (both Non-Title I and Title I schools).

Schedule

Full-time, 10 months.