Teacher, Multi-Classroom Leader 1/ (26-27)

About the Role

The Teacher, Multi-Classroom Leader 1 (MCL1) intensively coaches 4-6 teachers and uses co-teaching, modeling, and small groups to support students. This includes weekly or bi-weekly coaching cycles with assigned teachers. The MCL1 leads a team of teachers and support staff responsible for multiple classrooms, organizing teaching roles to fit each teacher's strengths, content knowledge, and professional development goals. The role involves 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, including 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 create instructional tools and materials.
• Backwards plan to align lessons, activities, and assessments; support curriculum internalization and implementation.
• Hold students accountable for high expectations of behavior and engagement, and create physical classroom environments conducive to learning.
• Design or lead schoolwide initiatives, serve on curriculum or assessment committees, and partner with parents and community organizations.
• Ensure instructional strategies, assessments, and resources align with student achievement goals.
• Facilitate data analysis and action planning for the whole school as a member of the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT).
• Provide coaching support to teammates, conduct regular walkthroughs or observations, and use data to provide evidence-based feedback.
• Set clear, teacher-driven goals grounded in student outcomes and instructional evidence.
• Maintain high growth for students assigned to the team caseload.
• Lead team communication with families to ensure student success.
• Design scheduling for instructional time based on teacher skills and content knowledge.
• Allocate instructional tasks (e.g., lesson planning, small-group instruction, data analysis) among team members based on strengths and goals.
• Model instructional tasks, clarify team roles, and provide developmental feedback.
• Prepare team members for potential role changes and advancement opportunities.
• Provide feedback to the principal concerning team members' instructional 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 for students.
• Knowledge of learning styles, curriculum development, effective instructional strategies, and classroom management.
• Ability to lead and coach adults to improve student achievement.
• Ability to set and meet high performance standards, plan ahead, and adapt to changing requirements.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions, policies, and assessment results.
• Ability to interact effectively with principals, co-workers, students, and parents.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize projects, and meet deadlines.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or provide own transportation for travel to district buildings and professional meetings.

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of subject matter being taught.
• Technology proficiency and knowledge of digital learning (may be required for certain assignments).
• Excellent computer and reporting skills.
• Ability to apply logical thinking to define and administer effective lesson plans.
• Ability to solve problems involving sensitivity or conflict.
• Ability to use and apply methods of effective instruction, including lecture and demonstration.
• Ability to work confidentially and with discretion.

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-month schedule.