Elementary Advanced Learning Teacher Leader - Doyle - 1.0 FTE - 26-27 SY

Elementary Advanced Learning Teacher Leader - Doyle - 1.0 FTE - 26-27 SY

Advanced Learning

Doyle Administration Building

Annual Salary

Minimum Annual Compensation: $53,525 (26-27 TE Salary Schedule)

Length of Contract: 192 days

Employment Type: Exempt

MMSD is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants! Applicants should have a good attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for impactful work and learning.

Why You Should Work with MMSD!

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, that prepares every student to graduate from high school ready for college, career, and community. We welcome applicants who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families, and staff.

In addition, we have a great compensation package. Visit our benefits page and compensation page for more information.

Becoming a Model School District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, fostering the growth of every student so they graduate from high school ready for college, career and community.

Our strategy is captured in our strategic framework, and centers on three major goals: that all children achieve academically, that our schools are places where children and adults thrive, and that our Black youth excel at school. To achieve this vision, we seek to retain staff in all positions, who are committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. Staff who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families and staff.

We firmly believe in and are here to create a work environment that is challenging and rewarding, while supporting employees in their career path. We strive to provide, encourage, grow, and develop a talented workforce that better supports and represents the diversity of our student population. We know this vision doesn't come to life without dynamic leaders and support staff in every school.

About Our District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is the second largest school district in Wisconsin. The district serves a beautifully diverse population of more than 25,000 students. More than half are students of color. Almost half come from low income households. Nearly one third are English Language Learners, and more than 100 languages are represented in our schools. Madison schools are committed to making this district a place where every child thrives.

Purpose of Position:

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Advance Learning,the core purpose of the Advanced Learning (AL) Teacher Leader is to ensure that students with advanced learning needs are consistently challenged, engaged, and growing throughout their education. The AL Teacher Leader serves as a collaborative partner and resource within the department, actively working with Advanced Learning Teachers to coach and support in order to meet the needs of students. The AL Teacher Leader supports schools to ensure students are learning in ways that match their strengths, interests, and needs in the five domains: Specific Academic, General Intellectual, Creativity, Leadership, and Visual/Performing Arts.

This position will have a high degree of integrity, sustain a culture of continuous improvement, and be committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive work environment while having a growth mindset to a multi-faceted operation while having a focus on creating a positive work culture.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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  Direct School and AL Teacher Support (60%)

  • Conduct regular site visits to support the AL Teacher using an agenda developed by the AL Leadership team.

  • Assist AL Teachers in developing their daily schedule in collaboration with the building principal, based on a comprehensive review of data to determine Advanced Learning needs.

  • Coordinate and support Advanced Learning services for students through extensions and enrichment opportunities that allow students to dive deeper into topics, build on their strengths, and meet their specific learning needs.

  • Coordinate and support talent development opportunities for all students based on the Advanced Learning Services Continuum.

  • Provide modeling, coaching, and concise, actionable feedback to Advanced Learning Teachers relative to aligning and adapting instructional practice to student needs.

  • Coach Advanced Learning Teachers in the process for identification and service documentation of students with advanced learning needs.

  • Support schools in analyzing data to increase proportionality within Advanced Learning Services.

  • Support schools with subject and grade acceleration process

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  Attend family meetings as needed.

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  Professional Development (20%)

  • Assist in designing and leading professional development priorities.

  • Lead AL Teacher meetings that focus on learning and data analysis to move department goals forward.

  • Collaborate with principal and School Based Leadership Team members to improve student achievement and growth for students with advanced learning needs

  • Ensure access to Advanced Learning services that are culturally responsive and historically accurate.

• Program Implementation and Accountability (15%)

  • Adhere to timelines, due dates, and department timelines.

  • In collaboration with Advanced Learning Leadership, ensure protocols and guidance are accessible regarding the identification process, the AL Continuum, and acceleration protocols.

  • Attend ongoing professional development to continuously build understanding of equity, identity, and talent development.

  • Support staff in using data information systems and other platforms.

  • Ensure timely completion of all documentation requirements, including, but not limited to, the documentation of students’ services and identifications.

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  Other Duties as Assigned by Curriculum and Instruction 5%

  • Perform other duties as assigned by executive leadership or their representatives or designees.

  • Attend district and school functions that support MMSD’s strategic framework, initiatives, and core values.

  • Complete any and all district required training.

  • Build collaborative relationships with business partners.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:

• Demonstrated ability to establish relationships at all levels of the organization

• Follow principles and practices that promote and advance anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion

• Demonstrated ability in coaching or other leadership roles working with teachers to develop and implement standards-based curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices

• Demonstrated knowledge of supports for academic, social, emotional, and behavioral issues for students with advanced learning needs

• Demonstrated commitment to supporting staff with an anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive teaching practices

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues

• Demonstrated ability to analyze data

• Ability to manage numerous priorities and meet deadlines

• Demonstrated knowledge of supports for academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs for students with advanced learning needs

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with principals, staff, and families in order to solve challenges and implement change in accordance with department and district initiatives

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Minimum of three years of classroom teaching experience

License or Certification Requirements:

• Valid Wisconsin DPI teaching license aligned with the specific developmental and grade-level scope of the position.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors is minimal and poses little to no risk of injury. This position requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and may involve walking, sitting, stooping or reaching. Manual dexterity is necessary for completing general tasks while operating office equipment. This position may require being stationary for extended periods of time.

Ability to perform work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments throughout the year, including in inclement weather, spaces without air conditioning, and areas where temperatures may be uncomfortable or fluctuate rapidly.

Working Conditions:

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  Work may require travel to different locations within the district and to off-site meetings.

• Position may require working evenings, nights, and some weekends.

• Certain positions within the District may allow hybrid work flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process

• School-based positions are required to be in-person unless otherwise directed by the building principal.

Disclaimer: This position description is subject to change at any time. The above job description does not limit the duties and responsibilities listed above as they are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Employees in this position may be required to perform additional job-related tasks as directed by the supervisor.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to seek a diverse and talented workforce. We encourage veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA , and people with disabilities to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.