Instructional Teacher - Non-Cycle Areas

Position
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Instructional Teacher – Non‑Cycle Areas
Reports To
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Reports to the Executive Director or their designee (e.g., Director of Lower Grades, Director of Upper Grades, or Director of Academics)
FLSA Status
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Exempt
Employment Classification
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Certified or Non-Certified Instructional Staff Member

The Instructional Teacher – Non‑Cycle Areas provides high-quality, engaging instruction in specialized content areas that advance student growth and achievement. These roles are essential to elevating our school’s vision that students learn by doing and through experiential learning. Instruction in these areas provides the innovative, hands‑on learning opportunities we promise to deliver to students as members of our learning community.

Educators in these roles model professional responsibilities aligned with the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) Five Core Propositions. They often require flexibility and participation in additional duties that are critical to the smooth operation of the school.

This role emphasizes the professional and ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) to support instructional planning, differentiation, assessment, and student engagement, while maintaining teacher autonomy, professional judgment, and student‑centered learning.

Instruction & Learning

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction aligned with state standards, school curriculum, and experiential learning practices.

• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners, including students receiving intervention or special education support.

• Integrate hands‑on, project‑based, and real‑world learning opportunities to promote engagement and understanding.

• Utilize AI tools responsibly to enhance lesson planning, formative assessment, and instructional design while maintaining ethical standards and teacher decision‑making.

Professional Standards Alignment (NBPTS Five Core Propositions)

• Proposition 1:
  Demonstrate a commitment to students and their learning.

• Proposition 2:
  Know the subject matter and how to teach it effectively.

• Proposition 3:
  Responsibly manage and monitor student learning using multiple assessment strategies.

• Proposition 4:
  Engage in reflective practice to improve teaching effectiveness.

• Proposition 5:
  Actively participate in professional learning communities and collaborate with colleagues, families, and community partners.

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and families to support student learning.

• Communicate effectively regarding student progress, program expectations, and instructional strategies.

School Operations & Flexibility

• Support daily school operations, school-wide initiatives, and extracurricular activities.

• Exhibit flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of students, staff, and the learning community.

• Model professional behavior and uphold the school’s values and culture.

Professional Growth

• Engage in ongoing professional development aligned with instructional practices, experiential learning, and school priorities.

• Stay current with research, pedagogy, and innovations in assigned content areas.

• Explore emerging educational technologies, including AI, ethically and strategically to enhance teaching and learning.

Physical Education (PE)

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate physical education curriculum.

• Promote student health, wellness, and physical fitness.

• Organize and supervise activities, sports, and fitness assessments.

• Foster teamwork, sportsmanship, and positive social skills.

World Languages (American Sign Language, French, Spanish)

• Deliver instruction in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in the target language(s).

• Incorporate cultural awareness and global perspectives.

• Design immersive, experiential activities to engage students in authentic language learning.

• Assess student proficiency and growth through…