Teacher, Multi-Classroom Leader 2 (26-27 SY)

About the role

The Teacher, Multi-Classroom Leader 2 (MCL2) under moderate supervision is expected to intensively coach 7-8 teachers on his/her caseload and use co-teaching, modeling, small groups to support students and meet the principal's standards of excellence.

Responsibilities

• Intensively coach 7-8 teachers on his/her caseload using co-teaching, modeling, small groups to support students and meet the principal's standards of excellence.
• Conduct complete coaching cycles on a weekly or bi-weekly cadence.
• Lead a team of teachers and other support staff, influencing practices that result in increased student outcomes.
• Establish each team member's roles and goals at least annually, determining how students spend time, and organizing teaching roles to fit each teacher's strengths, content knowledge, and professional development goals.
• Organize the team to review student progress and adjust instruction to ensure progress and increased learning outcomes for every child.
• Work collaboratively with the team, using the team's new ideas and innovations to improve teaching and learning.
• Be accountable for the learning and development of all the teachers and students on his/her caseload and team.
• Be provided with daily coaching and preparation time so they are able to perform all instructional responsibilities that are expected.
• Provide feedback to the principal in choosing, evaluating, and developing the team.

Qualifications

• Must be in the CMS Teacher Leader Pathway Talent Pool as an MCL2.
• Must adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
• Must adhere to the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards MCL Core Competencies.
• Must have comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in assigned area.
• Must have comprehensive knowledge of how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students.
• Must demonstrate 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.
• Must have technology proficiency and knowledge of digital learning may be required for certain assignments.
• Must have excellent computer and reporting skills.
• Must have the ability to effectively lead/coach other adults to improve student achievement.
• Must have the ability to set challenging goals and reach a high standard of performance despite barriers.
• Must have the ability to plan ahead in order to reach goals and avoid problems.
• Must have the ability to set clear expectations and hold others accountable for performance.
• Must have the ability to adapt one's approach to the requirements of a situation and to change tactics.
• Must have the ability to apply logical thinking or reasoning to define and administer effective lesson plans and course objectives.
• Must be able to interpret technical instructions and school system policies and procedures.
• Must be able to maintain curriculum guidelines or requirements as established by the State and school system.
• Must be able to effectively interact with principals, co-workers, students, and parents.
• Must be able to solve problems involving sensitivity or conflict.
• Must be able to use and apply methods of effective instruction, including lecture and demonstration.
• Must be able to interpret and use assessment results.
• Must be able to work confidentially and with discretion.
• Must be 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 4 years of prior teaching experience with 2 years 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 effective leadership/coaching of adults required.
• Minimum of one year in a formal adult leadership role.
• Desired: Combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements

• Note: The MCL position is a position that is fully released from the classroom.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation.
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings.