Master Teacher Grades 9-12 at GEO Prep Academy of Greater Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Analysis, Curriculum Development, Teacher Mentoring, Instructional Coaching, Professional Development, Classroom Management, Student Assessment, Blended Learning, TAP Process, Communication Skills, Peer Assistance, Goal Setting

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Description GEO Next Generation High School is a part of a network of high-quality charter schools managed by the GEO Foundation. It joins GEO Prep Academy and GEO Prep Mid-City, delivering a high-quality K-12 learning experience to parents and students in the Baton Rouge community. GEO Next Generation High School is a tuition-free, public charter school that will begin with 9th grade and add a grade each year over the subsequent three years. Our teachers cultivate critical thinking skills students need to understand how the world works around them. Our dedicated faculty are committed to providing an outstanding education for students each day as they transition from elementary to middle school to high school and COLLEGE. Through our partnership with the local community college, our students will be able to take dual credit courses with the opportunity to earn college credit at no cost to the student. Our curriculum and our teaching methods are designed using Core Knowledge, Teach Like a Champion and blended learning model. We are a TAP school! REPORTS TO/TERM: Principal and Administrative Team This is a full time 10-month ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS: Analyzes student data as the basis for developing student learning goals and a school plan. Develops the school achievement plan, utilizing the TAP process Develops the school assessment plan, utilizing the TAP process Monitors goal setting, activities, classroom follow-up and goal attainment for cluster groups and Individual Growth Plans (IGPs) Oversees planning, facilitation and follow-up of cluster group meetings during Professional Growth Blocks Demonstrates instructional expertise by: model teaching, team teaching, video presentations, curriculum development and implementation, student learning, data analysis, mentoring and providing professional development Observes and provides peer assistance and coaching toward meeting teachers’ IGP goals and addressing student achievement Evaluates teachers and provides feedback based on results Follows all administrative procedures and policies of the school and district Must meet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the Principal and the Basic Role and Responsibilities TAP Guide for the Master Teacher Attend all grade level meetings Attend all professional development meetings Analyzes student data that illustrates the teachers’ ability to increase student achievement through utilizing specific instructional interventions Demonstrates professionalism at all times Displays excellent communication skills and an understanding of how to facilitate growth in adults Performs other duties, as deemed appropriate, by the principal Requirements REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A master’s degree in an education-related field Valid Teaching Certificate/License for grades 6-12 At least one (or more) of the following: National Board Certification TAP Certification Core Knowledge Experience Blended Learning Experience At least two years of successful teaching in an urban environment Minimum of five years effective teaching experience as measured by performance evaluations, promotions and portfolio of work Three years curriculum development, professional development and mentoring experience At least five years’ experience and a proven track record in increasing student achievement Excellent communication skills with adults and students Familiar with the State’s TAP program for staff evaluations

Responsibilities

The Master Teacher analyzes student data to develop achievement plans and provides instructional leadership through model teaching and mentoring. They are responsible for overseeing teacher growth plans and evaluating staff performance to increase student achievement.