Master Teacher/ ELA (26-27)

Esd113; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Esd113 is seeking an experienced master teacher to work with the teacher of record in K-12 classrooms, implementing effective instructional strategies aligned to content standards. Expect moderate supervision and collaboration with building leadership to support curriculum and technology integration.

The role emphasizes coaching, professional development, data-driven instruction, and the use of MTSS components to accelerate student achievement; 10-month schedule under state salary guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; NC teaching license in content area required.
• Minimum five years' successful content-area teaching experience.
• Master's degree preferred; equivalent combination of experience and education accepted.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to laws, policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with administration and teacher of record to provide targeted instructional strategies including technology integration.
• Demonstrate instructional expertise and coaching skills.
• Develop and facilitate building-level professional development aligned to school goals.
• Use data from multiple sources to identify learning trends and adjust instruction.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Data-driven instruction

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Technology integration

MTSS framework

Coaching abilities

Professional development

Adaptability

Instructional data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

NC Teaching license (content area)

Master's degree preferred

5+ years classroom experience

Equivalent experience/education

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Desktop publishing

Job description

Instructional - Position - Other, please specify

Job Number 4600324993

Start Date

Open Date 09/08/2026

Closing Date 10/08/2026

General Definition of Work

The master teacher, under moderate supervision, performs intermediate level work with limited decision‑making discretion working in the classroom with the teacher of record to implement effective teaching strategies that align to required content standards. Employee facilitates and supports curriculum instruction in the assigned content area(s) for grades K-12 to include
technology integration. Based on student need, the employee may be assigned to serve as the teacher of record at the principal’s discretion. Employee performs complex work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures as an expert curriculum practitioner under the direction of the building level principal.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

State Salary Schedule/Full-time, 10 months

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte‑Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte‑Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Work collaboratively with school administration and the classroom teacher of record to provide targeted instructional strategies within the classroom to include technology integration utilizing the MTSS framework components
• Demonstrate instructional expertise and coaching skills
• Support professional learning communities (PLC's) in developing their classroom practices to meet student needs and curricular demands
• Develop, facilitate, and evaluate the success of building level professional development activities aligned to prioritized school goals
• Improve classroom teaching by setting clear expectations and observing, coaching, and modeling effective teaching strategies
• Conduct follow‑up teacher conferences that provide specific and actionable feedback
• Oversee planning, facilitation, and follow‑up of school‑based professional development
• Assist teachers in application of new professional learning
• Understand and analyze data from multiple sources
• Use data to identify student learning trends, set goals, monitor and modify instruction, and increase student achievement in accordance with school improvement plans
• Support an instructional program conducive to accelerated student achievement
• Actively investigate, review, and evaluate instructional research and support teachers in identifying promising subject‑specific strategies to support increased student outcomes
• Regularly assess student learning and ensure specific, timely feedback to students regarding performance
• Support colleagues to align standards, curricula, instructional strategies, and assessment tools
• Team‑teach with colleagues, demonstrate model lessons, and support teachers in using effective instructional strategies to meet students' learning needs
• Facilitate professional development and attend other related meetings as needed/required
• Participate in professional development workshops and leadership training
• Create an inclusive environment with positive communication
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in assigned area
• Comprehensive knowledge of staff development practices, procedures, and techniques
• Comprehensive knowledge on how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
• Skilled in the use of current software to include word processing, spreadsheets, and desktop publishing applications
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem‑solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgment
• Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline‑driven, rapidly changing team environment

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid NC Teaching license in content specific area required
• Master's degree in Education preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years' experience as successful content area teacher required
• Equivalent combination of experience and education

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

# of Jobs 1.00

Teacher Scale Y

Minimum Educational Requirements Bachelors

Term 10 Month

Additional Job Information

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force
• Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
• Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment
• Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work
• Ability to move to other work locations
• Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, use of advanced technology
• Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)
• Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
• Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress

In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte - Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.