Model Teacher of Secondary Mathematics

University Prep Schools•Detroit, MI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Model Teacher is responsible for leading classroom instruction in their assigned grade level and/or content area. In addition to their regular teaching responsibilities, the Model Teacher takes on additional teacher leadership roles including but not limited to facilitating PLCs and leading grade level/content area teams, mentoring/developing apprentice teachers, leading professional development, and serving on school improvement committees.

Requirements

Achieve outstanding student achievement results
Strong attention to detail
Strong verbal and written language and communication skills
Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships and work effectively in a collaborative environment
Possess a track record of leadership, integrity, initiative, curiosity and perseverance
Ability to communicate effectively, interpret policy and procedures, and maintain emotional control under stress
Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a professional
Excellent computer skills, including the Google Suite
Express a commitment to the relentless pursuit of increasing student learning
Ability to skillfully challenge the status quo
5+ years of experience in the classroom
Must hold a valid teaching certification with appropriate Math endorsement(s), 6-12 Math or K-8 Math Subject Certificate
Proven track record of impact on scholar learning (i.e., NWEA or iReady growth report)

Nice To Haves

resume
cover letter or personal statement addressing your qualifications for and interest in the position
letter of reference
data story or evidence of scholar outcomes
sample lesson or video of teaching (approximately 10 to 15 minutes in length) accompanied by a written reflection
team-based interview, which will include representatives from the academic house and school leadership teams

Responsibilities

Meets all expectations of a teacher for your grade/subject (Year 1 and ongoing)
Model and co-teach lessons, visit classrooms, view instruction, and engage in reflective discussion with classroom teachers (Year 2 and beyond)
Regularly share your instructional practice through peer observations and video recording of your teaching (Year 3 and beyond)
Provide non-evaluative collegial support and mentorship (Year 3)
Lead Professional Learning Community meetings, including collaborative planning, looking at student work, and analyzing data (Year 2 and beyond)
Support curriculum review and adaptation process as needed
Provide additional high-quality resources and materials to teachers
Engage in ongoing professional development, both within and outside of the organization, and share research-based practices to share with all staff
Participate and/or lead in after-school and summer professional learning as needed
Other duties may be assigned by the building principal