Great Academic Progress (Gap Lab) Teacher

Great Academic Progress (GAP) Lab Teacher

Reports to: School Principal

Purpose: Works in collaboration with the School Administration and Academic Coaches to provide intensive support to at-risk students

1. Minimum of 5 years' experience in an educational capacity, which may include a combination of teaching, supervision, or other leadership role 
2. Fully Certified / Highly Qualified teaching license 
3. Exceptionally strong organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills required 
4. Must be capable of establishing rapport and trust quickly with a variety of individuals within school, district, and community 
5. Exhibit in-depth knowledge of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study and strong instructional pedagogy 
6. Awareness of local, state, and federal policies that impact students and school improvement strategies 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

1. Develop and implement processes for referral and selection of students to the GAP Lab classroom
2. Facilitate long and short term goal-setting with students
3. Use a variety of instructional tools and strategies to identify and address learning needs of students
4. Create and implement procedures for progress monitoring growth based on attendance, behavior, and/or academic goals
5. Maintain accurate records to document student performance
6. Communicate with parents and other classroom teachers to ensure student growth
7. Provide an inclusive, safe, and respectful environment that encourages students to engage in learning
8. Treat all students in a fair and equitable manner; interact effectively with students, co-workers, parents, and community.
9. Carry out non-instructional duties as assigned and/or as need is perceived
10. Adhere to established laws, policies, rules, and regulations
11. Follow a plan for professional development and demonstrate evidence of growth.

Salary: Per North Carolina Teachers Salary Schedule

Updated June 2025(SB)