Teacher, Multi-Classroom Leader 1 / 26-27

About the Role

The Teacher, Multi-Classroom Leader 1 (MCL1) intensively coaches 4-6 teachers and supports students through co-teaching, modeling, and small-group instruction. The MCL1 leads a team of teachers and support staff, organizing teaching roles to align with each teacher's strengths, content knowledge, and professional development goals. Responsibilities include setting annual goals for team members, reviewing student progress, and adjusting instruction to improve learning outcomes. The MCL1 collaborates with the team to innovate and improve teaching practices and is accountable for the learning and development of all teachers and students on their caseload.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures, as well as the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards and MCL Core Competencies.
• Lead the establishment of a highly effective Professional Learning Community (PLC) culture.
• Build capacity in team members to set high, measurable expectations for student achievement and align lessons, activities, and assessments.
• Create physical classroom environments conducive to collaborative and individual learning, fostering respect, enthusiasm, and rapport.
• Design or lead schoolwide initiatives, serve on curriculum or assessment committees, and partner with parents and community organizations to extend learning opportunities.
• Ensure instructional strategies, assessments, and resources align with the school's student achievement goals.
• Hold students accountable for ambitious, measurable academic standards and address individual learning needs.
• Provide coaching support to teammates, conduct regular walkthroughs or observations, and facilitate whole-school data analysis.
• Set clear, teacher-driven goals grounded in student outcomes and instructional evidence.
• Maintain high growth for students assigned to the team caseload and provide evidence-based feedback.
• Lead team communication with families to ensure student success and design scheduling for instructional time based on teacher strengths.
• Allocate instructional tasks (e.g., lesson planning, small-group instruction, data analysis) among team members based on their strengths and professional goals.
• Model instructional tasks, clarify team roles, and provide developmental feedback to improve effectiveness.
• Prepare team members for potential role changes and provide feedback to the principal regarding team performance.
• Participate in professional development opportunities at the school, district, and program levels.

Requirements

• Must be in the CMS Teacher Leader Pathway Talent Pool as an MCL1.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 4 years of prior teaching experience with 2 years of demonstrated 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 effective leadership/coaching of adults.
• Comprehensive knowledge of curriculum principles, standards, and expectations in the assigned area.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize data to make instructional decisions and adapt to various learning styles.
• Proficiency in technology and digital learning may be required for certain assignments.
• Ability to lead and coach adults to improve student achievement, set challenging goals, and hold others accountable.
• Strong problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions, school policies, and assessment results.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with principals, co-workers, students, and parents.

Desired Qualifications

Determined by talent pool screening rubrics.

Special Requirements

• This position is fully released from classroom teaching duties.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or provide own transportation for travel to school district buildings and professional meetings.

Pay

Full-time, 10-month position with supplemental pay:

• Non-Title I School: $11,250 supplemental
• Title I School: $16,000 supplemental

Schedule

Full-time, 10 months.

Reports to: Principal