Master Teacher of Mathematics

General Definition of Work
The master teacher, under moderate supervision, performs intermediate level work with limited decision‑making discretion in the classroom with the teacher of record to implement effective teaching strategies that align with required content standards. The employee facilitates and supports curriculum instruction in the assigned content area(s) for grades K‑12, including technology integration. Depending on student need, the employee may be assigned as teacher of record at the principal’s discretion. The employee carries out complex work to implement Board of Education policies and procedures as an expert curriculum practitioner under the direction of the building‑level principal.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status
State Salary Schedule / Full‑time, 10 months

Reports To
Principal

Place of Work
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte‑Mecklenburg Schools. The school district reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures

Work collaboratively with school administration and the classroom teacher of record to provide targeted instructional strategies within the classroom, including technology integration using the MTSS framework components

Demonstrate instructional expertise and coaching skills

Support professional learning communities (PLCs) in developing their classroom practices to meet student needs and curricular demands

Develop, facilitate, and evaluate building‑level professional development activities aligned to prioritized school goals

Improve classroom teaching by setting clear expectations and observing, coaching, and modeling effective teaching strategies

Conduct follow‑up teacher conferences that provide specific and actionable feedback

Oversee the planning, facilitation, and follow‑up of school‑based professional development

Assist teachers in applying new professional learning

Understand and analyze data from multiple sources

Use data to identify student learning trends, set goals, monitor and modify instruction, and increase student achievement in accordance with school improvement plans

Support an instructional program conducive to accelerated student achievement

Investigate, review, and evaluate instructional research and support teachers in identifying promising subject‑specific strategies to improve student outcomes

Regularly assess student learning and provide specific, timely feedback to students regarding performance

Support colleagues to align standards, curricula, instructional strategies, and assessment tools

Team‑teach with colleagues, demonstrate model lessons, and support teachers in using effective instructional strategies to meet students’ learning needs

Facilitate professional development and attend other related meetings as needed or required

Participate in professional development workshops and leadership training

Create an inclusive environment with positive communication

Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in the assigned area

Comprehensive knowledge of staff development practices, procedures, and techniques

Comprehensive knowledge of using appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students

Knowledge of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning

Skills in using current software including word processing, spreadsheets, and desktop publishing applications

Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment, or software related to business needs

Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings or mediums

Ability to problem‑solve using sound judgment

Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business

Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgment

Ability to develop charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy

Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new or current programs

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline‑driven, rapidly changing team environment

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required

Valid NC teaching license in a content‑specific area required

Master’s degree in education preferred

Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a successful content area teacher required

Equivalent combination of experience and education

Special Requirements

Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or provide own transportation

Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

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