Curriculum Instructional Specialist

Lead Teacher PositionSchool: Archdale Elementary School10 Month / Full Time PositionEffective: 2026
- 2027 School YearMust hold or be eligible to hold a NC 025 Elementary Ed (K-6) Educator's LicensePOSITION PURPOSE:The Lead Teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students and teachers. S/he provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. The Lead Teacher is also responsible for supervising students/teachers in a variety of school related settings; monitoring and evaluating student outcomes; and communicating/interacting with students, parents, staff and the community. The Lead Teacher assists teachers with developing strategies and techniques for assessing and fulfilling student needs. The Lead Teacher assists with evaluating of the effectiveness of teaching and learning processes within the building
- review of student data, teacher progress and implementation of continuous improvement practices. The Lead Teacher must develop, select and modify instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
Additionally, the Lead Teacher is responsible for maintaining appropriate records and following required procedures and practices as well as monitoring the appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities. Teaching areas to which this

job description
applies include all areas for which certification is required such as Classroom, Pre-K, Core Curriculum Areas, Specialty Areas, Media, Languages, Remediation, etc.
MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESExtensive knowledge of RCSS curriculum and techniques for integrating curriculum and RCSS policies and effective instructional practicesThorough understanding of the teaching and learning processConsiderable knowledge of the current literature, trends, and developments in the field of reading instructionAbility to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural educationAbility to infuse technology into the curriculumAbility to constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students, particularly when a student is participating in an inclusive activityAbility to motivate and inspire studentsAbility to maintain a clean and orderly environmentSkill in counseling and developing staffAbility to review and evaluate testing results and to develop a plan of action based on conclusionsAbility to perform general clerical dutiesAbility to maintain order and discipline in a classroom and in other school environmentsAbility to operate common office machinesAbility to maintain basic files and recordsAbility to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, school based staff, students, parents and the communityExcellent oral and written communication and human relations skillsEDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCEBachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in an applicable field for applicable level(s)If transferring from a teaching position from another school system in or out of state, must have received routine meets standard or above standard evaluations with no action plans for improvementAny equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilitiesCERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTSMust hold a valid Teacher's License issued by the state of NC in applicable field and for level assignedMust not be on the NCDPI list of teachers no longer qualified to teach and/or must not be currently engaged in a certification revocation hearing processMust possess a valid driver's license issued by the NC Department of Motor VehiclesPREFERRED

QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience and licensure for appropriate grade levels servedESSENTIAL DUTIES AND

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with the school improvement team and principal to assess professional development needs and support and facilitate professional development activities at the schoolAssist new teachers and others in need of support in the classroomWork closely with teachers to identify teacher strengths, needs, potential problems, and locate resources necessary to help classroom teachersCollaborate with administrators and district staff to interpret and understand school testing and assessment data and to share results and implications with teachersWork with teachers on an individual basis as needed to support and assist with planning and implementation of instructional plansWork collaboratively with grade levels and departments on scheduling and planning (pacing guides, long range planning for next year, utilizing available resources, etc.)Support colleagues by providing information, mentoring, cognitive coaching, modeling and facilitating meetings to improve instructionGather best practices, strategies and quality resources in all discipline areas to share with fellow teachers / colleaguesLead teacher, teachers, and building administrators will be involved in ongoing