Teacher, Expanded Impact Teacher 4 Science (26-27)

General Definition of Work

The Expanded Impact Teacher 4 (EIT4), under moderate supervision, with the support of a Multi-Classroom Leader, expands their reach to impact more students by accomplishing 3-4 additional instructional leadership responsibilities above that of a typical teacher position, in alignment with student outcomes listed in the School Improvement Plan. The EIT4 is responsible for planning, preparing, and delivering instruction and monitoring student progress to determine instructional needs. This position requires a coaching caseload of 3 teachers. The EIT4 works closely and collaboratively with a team of teachers and other staff members to review student progress and adjust instruction to ensure progress and increased learning outcomes for every child.

Qualifications

• Must be in the CMS Teacher Leader Pathway Talent Pool as an EIT4/MCL1.
• Salary/Status: Certified, Schedule/Full-time, 10 months. Non-Title I School: $11,250 supplemental; Title 1 School: $16,000 supplemental.
• Reports To: Principal.
• Place of Work: The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

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.
• 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.
• 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 EIT4.
• Informally mentor and lead peers, providing leadership in instructional planning and differentiating instruction.
• Solicit and eagerly receive feedback from supervisors, coached teacher(s), 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.

Required Skills

• 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/coach 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 3 years of prior teaching experience with at least 2 years of demonstrated evidence of high-growth 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.
• Desired: Determined by talent pool screening rubrics.

Special Requirements

• This position must coach 3 teachers and have release time on a weekly basis that is dedicated to coaching their caseload.
• This position must be teacher of record for a classroom and teach at least 50% of the day.
• Required to teach at least 20% more students that 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.