Multi-Classroom Leader

The Multi-Classroom Leader role, or MCL —a teacher with a track record of high-growth student learning who leads a small teaching team for substantially higher pay— is the foundational role in Opportunity Culture Schools. The MCL continues to teach students directly in various ways for a portion of each day; leads lesson planning, data analysis, instructional changes, and small-group tutoring assignments; coaches team teachers; and co-teaches and models great teaching.

Full Job Description

Career Ladder and Stipend

The Multi-Classroom Leader will receive a base salary as determined by the state's teacher salary schedule, a local supplement, and the stipend amount listed below.

Opportunity Culture Roles

Description

Base Stipend

Title I School Stipend

Multi-Classroom Leader III

Leads 6-8 Teachers including MTRT

$13,000.00

$17,000.00

Multi-Classroom Leader II

Leads 4-5 Teachers including MTRT

$10,000.00

$14,000.00

Multi-Classroom Leader I

Leads 2-3 Teachers including MTRT

$9,000.00

$13,000.00

Please note, an MCL can start no higher than MCL II in first year.

Steps to Fully Complete the Application Process

  1. Complete the documents listed here and described below.

    • Resume

    • Letter of Interest

    • Summary of high-growth data and narrative explanation

    • Two most recent summative evaluation rubrics from NCEES (North Carolina teachers) or the equivalent

    • Leadership Narrative 

  2. Complete the application form below.

  3. Complete the application from SchoolSpring (linked here).

If you have questions regarding the application process, please reach out to Joey Warren, warrenj@person.k12.nc.us.

Description of Required Application Items

Resume

  • Please ensure your resume reflects any relevant work or experiences in the following categories

    • Instructional excellence

    • Leading a team or project

    • Teamwork

Letter of Interest (one-page maximum)

  • Candidates should describe why they are applying for their selected role and what they hope to contribute to Opportunity Culture in Person County Schools. Candidates may also expand on any relevant work or leadership experience that they believe will contribute to their success as Opportunity Culture teachers.

High Growth Student Data Component

Candidate

Instructions

Person County Schools Teacher OR Teacher in another NC School District

Required: Submit EVAAS data

To obtain a copy of your report, go to the NCDPI EVAAS website. If you forgot your username and/or password, please use the Forgot Username/Password option. You may also enter the NCDPI EVAAS website through the NCEDCloud portal. Once in the website:

  • Select the Reports tab

  • Select Teacher Reports

  • Enter your 10-digit UID and EVAAS password

  • The first report that you will see is the Value-Added Summary Report. Please download a copy of this report by selecting the printer icon. This will allow you to download a PDF copy of the report.

Optional: Submit additional data source(s) that provide the best indicator of “high-growth.”  Example sources:

  • National or state-normed benchmark assessments (iReady, MAP, Case21, STAR, etc.)

Teacher from a state other than North Carolina

Submit the best indicator “high-growth” from your school or district. Please include an explanation of your data, including a comparison to your school, district, or state data.

Optional: Submit additional data source(s) that provide the best indicator of “high-growth.”  Example sources:

  • National or state-normed benchmark assessments (iReady, MAP, Case21, STAR, etc.)

Non-teaching role in PCS or other district/state

Identify the relevant student group and submit data (student growth or proficiency) relevant to that group. For example, if you were a school-wide curriculum facilitator in reading, then submit the whole school's reading growth. 

AND/OR

MCL/Instructional Coach/Instructional Facilitator candidates should complete the Coaching Caseload Template

Leadership Narrative 

*All questions should be answered in a single document. Upload as PDF.

  • What strengths will you bring to a teaching team? (250 words max)

  • Why do you want to be a MultiClassroom Leader? (250 words max)

  • Describe a time when you influenced another person or people in a way that was satisfying to you.  (350 words max)

  • Describe a time when you experienced an unanticipated change at work and were able to deal with it to your satisfaction.  (350 words max)

Two Most Recent Summative Evaluation Rubrics from NCEES

  • Candidates should submit a copy of their two most recent summative evaluations completed by their immediate supervisor in their most recent position.