Master Teacher - ELA [plus $7000 Stipend] (2026/27 School Year) Avondale Middle School
Job in
Avondale, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85323, USA
Listing for:
Avondale Elementary School District
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-08-07
Job specializations:
-
Education / Teaching
Professional Development, Training Instructor / Specialist, Education Administration, Academic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 90000 USD Yearly
USD
70000.00
90000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Title:
Master Teacher (ELA)
I.
General Description:
Provide leadership through coaching that strengthens instructional practices and drives student achievement. Support teachers in analyzing student data, setting meaningful learning goals, and monitoring progress toward school and classroom objectives. Deliver real-time, job-embedded coaching and follow-up for cluster groups, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), and all K–8 teachers, modeling effective strategies and guiding implementation. Assist teachers in goal-setting, assessing instructional practices, and maintaining inter-rater reliability on teacher evaluations to ensure consistent, high-quality instruction.
II.
Qualifications:Valid Arizona Elementary, Special Education, or Secondary Teaching CertificateMust meet all Arizona Department of Education certification requirements.Meets Criteria of Appropriately CertifiedMinimum of a Provisional SEI, ESL or Bilingual EndorsementBachelor's Degree (minimum requirement)Must be able to pass a background check upon employmentMust possess a valid IVP Fingerprint clearance cardFive (5) years successful classroom teaching experienceProven track record in raising student achievement and/or demonstrated expertise in content, curriculum development, student learning, data analysis, mentoring and professional developmentInstructional expertise demonstrated through model teaching, team teaching, or video presentationsDemonstrated excellent communication skills and an understanding of how to facilitate growth in adultsRecommendation completed by current instructional administratorMaster's Degree and/or Administrative Certificate (preferred)III. Duties and Responsibilities
Lead the design and delivery of research-based professional development for cluster groups.Present evidence-based learning in cluster meetings that demonstrates measurable gains in student achievement.Model new learning in cluster meetings and in classrooms, demonstrating how to effectively implement the skill developed in cluster.Provide access to materials and research-based instructional methods to cluster group members.Work closely with cluster team members to plan instruction and assessmentsObserve classroom instruction and provide timely, actionable feedback.Support teachers in planning rigorous, standards-aligned lessons.Assist teachers in differentiating instruction to meet diverse student needs.Support implementation of district-adopted curriculum and instructional frameworks.Facilitate data analysis meetings and professional learning communities (PLCs).Support teachers in using formative, benchmark, and summative assessment data to guide instruction.Assist in developing action plans based on student performance data.Monitor instructional practices to ensure alignment with district and state standards.Support implementation of MTSS processes, including Tier I instructional strengthening.Provide ongoing follow-up and coaching to ensure implementation of professional learning.Collaborate with site administrators to identify instructional priorities.Participate in school leadership and MTSS team meetings.Serve as a resource to teachers regarding best practices, curriculum, and assessment.Promote a collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and high expectations for all students.Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all coaching interactions.Maintain documentation of coaching cycles and support provided.Provide specific evidence, feedback and suggestions during coaching, identifying areas of reinforcement and refinement.Advance career and mentor teachers' knowledge of state and district content standards and the NIET Rubric.Observe and guide mentor teachers' professional relationships and responsibilities to career teachers.Identify resources for career and mentor teachers that enhance instructional planning, assessment design, and classroom management.Develop programs that support positive behavior in the classroom and school setting.Provide ongoing follow-up and support (e.g. modeling, team teaching, observations with feedback) to career and mentor teachers.Work with other leadership team members in developing appropriate school and cluster plans to target student academic and teacher instructional needs.Lead and support the analysis of school and student achievement data to identify strengths and weaknesses and make suggestions for improvement.Communicate and reflect the visions and decisions of the NIET Leadership Team.Assist the administrators in inducting teachers into the NIET school environment and processes.Participate fully in NIET professional development at the regional, district and school level as scheduled.Consider the varied strengths and weaknesses and personal/cultural differences of adult learners through communication and actions that promote effective teaching with all cluster members.Complete assigned NIET Evaluations including:
Pre-conference, Observation, Post-conference with…
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