Lead Teacher - Magnet (School-Based)
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Applicants: Please ensure that you are uploading all necessary documents and including all relevant information related to the position you are applying. Please make sure that you are reading the job description in its entirety to align your documents and relevant information with the requirements.POSITION SUMMARY:The Magnet Lead Teacher performs a variety of tasks to support the coordination of successful implementation of the Magnet Program at the school level. Responsibilities include assisting with planning, developing, and monitoring the theme-based program along with the curriculum that supports each theme. Supports the administrative team with ensuring the Magnet program is aligned with the state approved requirements and curriculum, as well as the Magnet Schools of America Standards of Excellence. Attends District training and meetings in order to redeliver information, and assists with informing the administrative team and teachers of the implications of adjustments to the curriculum. Responsible for implementing the school's marketing and recruitment plan, and promotes the program to ensure equitable access to all demographic groups; including but not limited to English Language Learners and students who receive special education services. Develops partnerships with parents, community groups, industry partners, and other organizations in order to support student learning and ensure the partners are aligned to the school's magnet theme. This position reports to the School Principal.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Assists with the development and implementation of curriculum support documents. Ensures District-level personnel, teachers, and Principals are familiar with any curriculum changes in the respective content areas. Works collaboratively with teachers to develop quality curriculum resources to support instruction including instructional plans and assessments. Monitors the implementation of the theme-based magnet program.Assists school sites with analyzing program data and state assessment data and identifying effective instructional practices to support teachers in the teaching of theme-based curriculum. Conducts observations of teachers/students within the Magnet program. Conducts professional learning sessions at school sites as needed. Provides support to teachers in their classrooms through coaching, modeling, and mentoring. Communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Engages in vertical articulation of District K-12 instructional goals and objectives. Assists with the implementation of a variety of student enrichment programs.Assists in the assignment of students to magnet programs. Initiates and maintains periodic uploads of student information files from the student information system. Maintains constant communication with the appropriate personnel to coordinate transportation of students enrolled in magnet schools/programs. Assists in designing school's marketing literature for the magnet program. Disseminates information about magnet schools/programs to parents and interested persons in the community. Coordinates magnet school/program activities (i.e., magnet fairs, recruitment fairs, etc.) with those in other District departments. Participates in additional fairs outside of the District-sponsored fairs.Assists appropriate District personnel to ensure the school adheres to racial guidelines, and that Limited English Proficient and Exceptional Education Students are provided equal access and appropriate auxiliary services. Organizes required auditions and/or interviews, and submits results to the appropriate District personnel.Assists District personnel with communicating lottery results and next steps to parents.Ensures that all school staff are abreast of the information outlined in the School Choice Guide.All other duties, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services. KEY JOB REQUIRMENTS:Master's degree in educational field required.Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience required.Requires inter-division coordination; makes decisions and recommendations which affect the assigned division, but at times affects others outside of the assigned division.GaPSC Certification at Level 5 or higher in the related content field. Educational Leadership certification preferred.High level of judgment: supervisor will review established broad objectives and approve executive-level decisions. Requires regular, frequent contact with internal and external personnel of influence and decision-making responsibility to discuss issues of moderate importance. Excellent interpersonal skills are required for interacting and working with various levels of individuals.Requires excellent written and verbal skills.Applies technology concepts to improve efficiency and effectiveness of District; must be proficient with computer.Normal office and classroom settings. May require travel to off-site training locations and school site visits.Light duty - On most occasions sitting at a desk or table; intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. Light lifting or carrying twenty (20) lbs. or less; may require moderate lifting of twenty (20) lbs. or more occasionally as related to work.The 2024-2025 salary schedules may be accessed via the following link: 2024-2025 Teacher Salary Scales