Model Classroom Teacher; MCT; Reading​/ELAR; Federal Funded Alexander Elementary

Model Classroom Teacher (MCT) - Reading/ ELAR (Federal Funded) @ Alexander Elementary

ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY - Houston, Texas.

• Job : 5824774
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026
• Position Type: Full‑Time
• Salary: $67,100 Per Year

Serves as a campus‑based instructional leader who provides a living laboratory for teaching excellence. The Model Classroom Teacher supports the implementation of Alief ISD’s Instructional Framework and high‑quality instructional materials (HQIM) to strengthen Tier 1 instruction. This role advances instructional coherence, accelerates student learning, and promotes equity‑driven practices that help every student meet or exceed grade‑level expectations.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required
• Appropriate Reading/ELAR teaching certification
• Reading Academy credentials (obtained within first year if not current)
• Master’s degree preferred

• Deep knowledge of current, evidence‑based literacy content & concepts, research‑based instructional strategies (RBIS) and pedagogy
• Understanding of lesson internalization and differentiation strategies that support all learners
• Proficiency in analyzing student data to inform instruction and design action plans
• Knowledge of district‑adopted high‑quality instructional materials (HQIM) and lesson alignment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including professional presentation delivery
• Skill in coaching, modeling, and facilitating adult learning
• Ability to build trusting relationships and collaborate effectively with teachers and administrators
• Ability to design, lead, and monitor coaching cycles and PLCs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Commitment to equity‑driven, student‑centered instructional practices

• Minimum of three (3) years of successful Reading/ELAR teaching experience with evidence of increased student achievement required
• Experience in a diverse, multicultural district preferred
• Experience facilitating or presenting professional learning required
• Leadership experience (e.g., instructional coach, team lead, department chair, or grade‑level leader) preferred

• Teach the proportioned equivalency of direct instruction with section or block as the teacher of record, maintaining a roster that meets TIA requirements. The 50% of the instructional day also includes a planning period for the MCT and other teacher‑like duties (grades, conferencing, etc.)
• Provide high‑quality literacy instruction, demonstrating best practices in conceptual understanding, literacy foundations, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• Use the classroom as a professional lab for observation, coaching, and learning walks.

• Partner with campus administrators and teachers to deliver real‑time coaching, modeling, and feedback that strengthen Tier 1 instruction.
• Develop strategic coaching rotations and effective feedback to improve literacy instruction and student outcomes.
• Support small‑group instruction for students beyond assigned rosters using evidence‑based high‑impact tutoring practices.
• Lead professional learning aligned with district priorities and the strategic plan.

• Co‑facilitate weekly PLCs in collaboration with campus administrators to ensure standards of alignment, lesson internalization, and student progress monitoring.
• Collaborate with teachers to plan and implement standards‑aligned lessons and daily demonstrations of learning.
• Participate in district “training‑of‑trainer” programs and…