Literacy Multi-Classroom Leader (MCL Teacher)

POSITION PURPOSE:

Leads a small group of teachers who teach the same grade or subject to help improve teaching and student learning. Works directly with students while also supporting and guiding other teachers. Uses different ways to teach, such as whole class lessons, co-teaching, modeling lessons, and working with small groups.

Keeps track of how students are learning by using different types of assessments and reviewing the results. Helps the team plan lessons together and supports teachers through coaching. Meets regularly with the school leader to review student progress, set goals, and solve problems. Takes on different leadership roles to support the school and team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of subject matter being taught (Literacy)
• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid teaching license K-6 Elementary, area 025
• Five years of teaching experience
• Prior evidence of high-growth student learning in the relevant subjects
• Demonstrate “Accomplished” on Standard 1 of the NC Teacher Evaluation Tool 
• Ideally, experience successfully leading a team of adults to accomplish goals, though not necessarily as formal leader
• Demonstrated interpersonal and group effectiveness working with adults and students, including interpersonal understanding and action to maintain relationships needed for success in a school or similar environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads team meetings to look at reading and writing data, plan lessons, and meet the needs of all learners.
• Sets clear, high goals for student reading and writing growth, with a focus on helping all student groups succeed.
• Shares effective literacy strategies, tools, and resources so instruction is consistent across classrooms.
• Provides clear guidance on reading and writing standards, curriculum, and best teaching practices.
• Supports targeted instruction through small groups and tutoring.
• Helps the team use research-based literacy practices and create strong, standards-aligned assessments.
• Creates classroom environments that support reading, writing, collaboration, and positive behavior.
• Builds strong relationships with students and families while supporting students’ academic and social-emotional growth.
• Models strong literacy instruction and works alongside teachers to plan and teach effective lessons.
• Uses student data to track progress, adjust instruction, and plan small-group support.
• Communicates regularly with students and families about reading and writing progress and goals.
• Organizes team schedules and instructional time to make the most of each teacher’s strengths.
• Coaches and supports team members, including paraprofessionals or support staff, when applicable.
• Participates in ongoing professional learning to strengthen literacy instruction and leadership skills.
• Completes other related duties as needed.

SALARY

Based on North Carolina Teaching Salary Schedule plus salary supplement.

REPORTS TO

Principal