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(GCA) Lead Teacher

Employer
K12 Inc.
Location
Atlanta, GA, United States
Salary
Competitive
Requisition Number 19-2373
Title (GCA) Lead Teacher
City Atlanta State GA

Description

Summary : The Lead Teacher is a highly qualified, State certified teacher responsible for delivering specific course content in an on-line environment. Teachers provide instruction, support and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students' individual needs. Additionally, the Lead Teacher acts as a member of the school leadership team, managing/supervising and/or mentoring teachers and supporting virtual academy (VA) efforts to improve student performance.





Essential Functions : The below State ments are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required; o ther duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

· Functions as a member of the school leadership team; Manages/supervises and/or mentors teachers in the VA providing coaching and formal evaluation; Strives to proactively address identified needs and support VA efforts to improve student performance;

· O r ien t s teachers , co mm uni c ates r e qu i r e m e n t s , sets and enforces deadlines, maintains regular office hours to support teachers and students; Understands how both diverse and unique characteristics of students and their families impact required support from both the homeroom teacher and the Lead teacher;

· L e arns t h e entire K12 c u r ri c u l u m f o r a ssig n e d g ra d e l e v els and is able to demonstrate knowledge of how State standards align with it; Augments course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate a s y n c h r o n ou s a n d s y n c h r o n o u s t oo ls ;

· Takes ownership f o r s t u d en t's a c a d e mic p r o g r es s a n d at t end a n c e, comm uni c at e s hig h e x pe c tat i o n s a n d sh ow s an a c t i ve i n t e r es t i n s t u d e n t ' s a c hie v e m en t by supporting the homeroom teachers in their efforts, establishes and maintains a positive rapport with families and teachers, conducts data driven conferences with teachers

· S u pp o rts teachers with c u r ri c ul ar a n d i ns t r u c t i o n al i s su e s, balances the flexibility of the K12 cu r ri c ulu m w i th A c a de my p o li c i e s a n d p r oc e d u r e s,

· Lead Teachers focus on one or more ongoing tasks/projects related to managing school operations such as: recruiting/interviewing teaching candidates; training new teachers; implementing teacher evaluation processes; assisting with student-teacher matching; maintaining uniformity among teaching procedures; developing and implementing school policies/procedures; acting as a curriculum expert for a grade level/series of grade levels; coordinating aspects of testing readiness; assisting teachers in addressing low attendance and progress issues; preparing regular reports/facilitating communications; and assisting with marketing events.



Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises a team of 8 - 15 teachers. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.



OTHER Duties & Responsibilities: The below State ments are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required; o ther duties may be assigned.

· Assists with the development and implementation all policies and procedures related to teaching and learning;

· Helps develop and implement a data driven program design that has synergy with K12 curriculum;

· C o ll a b o rat e s w i th pe e r s in order to provide a positive experience for students;

· Assists with the assurance that their direct reports meet all the standards and expectations outlined;

· Assists with the promotion of professional development of teachers through the implementation of Data Driven Instruction;

· Assists with the development and dissemination of "best practices" in the virtual school setting;

· Plans/implements data driven professional learning activities;

· Work collaboratively with others to achieve school performance goals;

· Serves as a liaison between parents and teachers along with the school administrative team;

· Presents and leads various meeting school department/team meetings;

· T rav e ls to , p ar ti c i p ates and presents i n regular s ta f f m ee t in g s a n d p r o fe s s i o n al de v e l o p m en t s ess i on s ;

· Maintains records regarding students in accordance with school policy and State requirements; prepares reports regarding students and classroom matters as directed.
Requirements

Minimum Required Qualifications
:



· Bachelor's degree in education or related field AND

· Three (3) years of successful teaching experience including experience as a virtual teacher OR

· Equivalent combination of education and experience

Certificates and Licenses : Appropriate State teaching certification.

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Knowledgeable of State and charter school law and regulations

· Knowledgeable of the Georgia Performance Standards

· Demonstrated leadership skills

· Exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills

· Strong organizational skills

· Experienced in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and able to learn specific student management system(s)

· Ability to travel up to 25% of the time for work as may be required for training, professional development, meetings, etc.

· Ability to pass required background check.

K12 is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
  • Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here .

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