Lead Teacher

FLSA: Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:As set forth in Louisiana Standards for State Certification of

School Personnel (Bulletin 746)

REPORTS TO:School Principal

SUPERVISES:School Personnel as designated by the Principal

JOB GOAL:To assist the Principal in providing leadership in developing,

achieving, and maintaining a strong instructional program

TERM:Ten Months

SALARY: Ten Month Teacher Salary Schedule

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

I. To serve as Instructional Leader/Coach of Classroom Teachers

a. Team-Teach

b. Model Lessons

c. Provide Classroom Support

d. Participate in Grade-Level Lesson Planning, Assessments, & Data

Disaggregation

II. To research, share, and model teaching strategies that have proven effective in

improving student performance through weekly professional learning communities

(PLC's)

III. To observe and critique teaching methods and to assist teachers in implementing

research-based teaching strategies aligned with the Louisiana Student Standards

IV. To make recommendations to the principal relative to teacher performance and

evaluation

V. To provide job-embedded support and guidance to teachers

VI. To plan and implement professional development activities with principals and teachers

VII. To analyze student performance data and align curriculum to meet the objectives of the

school improvement plan

VIII. To ensure the integrity and validity of all assessments administered and that all

assessments are aligned with state assessments, Louisiana Student Standards, and

Grade-Level Expectations

IX. To analyze results of summative assessments to determine student growth and identify

strengths and weaknesses

X. To report on curriculum and instruction to the principal

XI. To establish and execute a professional growth plan

XII. To work effectively and foster open communication with school personnel and staff

XIII. To submit accurate records and report promptly

XIV. To exhibit professional ethics and consistently demonstrate self-direction

XV. To foster open communication and positive relationships with school personnel and staff

XVI. To accept and perform other duties assigned by the Principal in relation to curriculum

and instruction

XVII. To follow State, School Board and School policies