Early Literacy Multi-Classroom Leader (SY 26-27)

EARLY LITERACY MULTI-CLASSROOM LEADERAbout Jackson Public SchoolsJackson Public Schools is the second largest school district in Mississippi, serving nearly 17,000 students, representing more than 80 percent of school-aged children in the state's capital. Jackson Public Schools is an innovative, urban district committed to excellence that will provide every student with quality education in partnership with parents and the community.About the Early Literacy Multi-Classroom LeaderAn educator in the Multi-Classroom LeaderTM role leads a small team of teachers, paraprofessionals, and teaching residents in early literacy to meet the standards of excellence. These team leaders establish each team member's roles and goals at least annually, determine how students spend time, and organize teaching roles to fit each teacher's strengths, content knowledge, and professional development goals. Each team leader engages in curriculum-based content cycles with their team, co-plans, co-teaches, models, coaches and gives feedback, and leads and supports the team in building a tutoring culture. They also teach students part of the time. The leader organizes the team to analyze student learning data and change instruction to ensure high-growth learning for every child. The leader collaborates with the team, using the team's ideas and innovations that the leader agrees may improve learning. The leader also guides and directs any paraprofessional with whom they work. The team leader is fully accountable for the learning and development of all students taught by the team members.QualificationsDemonstrated expertise in science of reading principles (certification, coursework, etc.) and willingness to learn.Master's Degree or Science of Reading Aligned Coursework/Certification (e.g., AIMS, LETRS, CERI Certification, etc.).Mississippi teaching certificate with appropriate teaching licensure.Prior evidence of high-growth student learning in the relevant subjects (in the top 25% compared to other teachers in a state or on national tests)5 years of teaching experience, preferably in early literacyDemonstrated 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 environmentThe Early Literacy Multi-Classroom Leader is responsible for the following:Planning and PreparationSet high expectations of achievement that are ambitious and measurable for all students taught by teamEstablish methods and create instructional tools and materials that team teachers use in all classroomsLead team to:plan backward to align all lessons, activities, and assessments using a high-standards curriculumdesign and lead instruction that is enriched (developing higher-order thinking skills) and personalized (reflecting learning levels and interests of individual students), prioritizing small-group teaching and tutoring and offering accelerated learningdesign assessments that accurately assess student growthprepare to deliver small-group teaching and tutoringClassroom EnvironmentLead team to:hold students accountable for high expectations of behavior and engagement that are ambitious and measurablecreate physical classroom environments conducive to collaborative and individual learningestablish a culture of respect, enthusiasm, and rapportInstructionLead team to:proficiently implement evidence-based literacy strategieshold students accountable for ambitious, measurable standards of academic achievementmaximize student learning by incorporating small-group teaching and tutoringidentify and address individual students' social, emotional, and behavioral learning needs and barriersidentify and address individual students' development of organizational and time-management skillsinvest students in their learning using a variety of influence techniquesincorporate questioning and discussion in teachingmonitor and analyze student assessment data to inform engaging instruction and small-group teaching and tutoringcommunicate with students and keep them informed of their progressProfessional ResponsibilitiesFacilitate cycles of professional learning (Content Cycles) on evidence-based literacy strategies and the district-adopted HQIMLead coaching cycles (observations & debriefs) aligned to content cycle learningEngage teachers in district-adopted coaching framework collaborative lesson planning, role play, and examining student workConduct instructional rounds with school administration to assess alignment to content cycle learningSolicit and eagerly receive feedback from supervisor and team members to improve professional skillsLead team to maintain regular communication with families, and work collaboratively with them to design learning both at home and at school, and to encourage a home life conducive to learning successOrganize and schedule team time to ensure alignment of instructional vision, prioritize small-group teaching and tutoring in all classrooms, and troubleshoot students' persistent learning challengesDetermine how students spend instructional time based on strengths of all adults on the teamAllocate instructional process elements (lesson planning, minimal large-group instruction, a focus on small-group instruction, individual interventions, data analysis, grading, etc.) among team based on strengths, content knowledge, and professional development goalsAllocate non-instructional administrative duties among teamModel instructional tasks to aid team developmentClarify and adjust team members' roles and provide feedback, developmental advice, and assignments to develop their effectivenessParticipate in outlined professional development opportunities at school and district levelCritical CompetenciesAchievement (ACH)The drive and actions to set challenging goals and reach a high standard of performance despite barriersInitiative and Persistence (I&P)The drive and actions to do more than is expected or required in order to accomplish a challenging taskKey CompetenciesThe ideal candidate will demonstrate the following:Excellent oral and written communication skills, problem-solving and consensus-building expertise, and ability to delegate responsibilities effectivelyStrong instructional foundation and current knowledge of library sciencesLoyal, honest and dependable. Takes ownership and pride in their workAbility to interpret policy, procedures and dataSalary Information:Classification:StipendStipend Salary based on MCL Tier Level:Tier 1 - $9,000.00 annuallyTier 2 - $12,000.00 annuallyTier 3 - $15,000.00 annuallyOvertime:Exempt