Master Teacher - Early Childhood

Master Teacher - Early Childhood Job Information

Job Title: Master Teacher

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Curriculum Director / Campus Principal

Pay Grade: Teacher Scale+ $10,000 Stipend

Days: 210

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

School District: South San Antonio Independent School District

The Master Teacher is a key instructional leader on campus responsible for improving teacher effectiveness, supporting student academic growth, and driving continuous school improvement through data‑driven decision making, coaching, and professional development. As a member of the Executive Cabinet and campus/district academic leadership teams, the Master Teacher leads initiatives that promote high‑quality instruction, excellence, and a collaborative professional culture.

• Master’s Degree from an accredited university/college preferred
• Valid Texas Teacher Certification
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non‑refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

• Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation
• Skilled in coaching, observation, and delivering high‑quality feedback
• Ability to interpret data, evaluate instructional programs, and teaching effectiveness to drive instructional decisions
• Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners
• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Expertise in standards‑based instruction, curriculum, and assessment
• Committed to reflection, high expectations, and continuous improvement

• 3 years teaching experience in subject area assigned

• Participate in TAP Summer Institute (TSI) to establish instructional priorities, growth goals, and monitoring systems aligned to school improvement plans.
• Collaborate with campus leadership to maximize instructional time, resources, and impact on student achievement.
• Serve as an active member of the Executive Cabinet, SALT (School Academic Leadership Team), and DALT (District Academic Leadership Team).
• Model the district’s "One Team, One Voice" vision through actions, relationships, and decision‑making.
• Actively supports campus and district initiatives and events.

• Ensure all teachers develop and monitor Individual Growth Plans (IGPs), reviewing progress a minimum of three times per year in collaboration with administrators.
• Conduct weekly classroom walkthroughs for assigned teachers and formal observations as needed.
• Provide specific, actionable feedback during post‑conferences with career and mentor teachers, aligned to instructional goals and refinement areas.
• Support the development and growth of Tier 2 and Tier 3 teachers through coaching and targeted intervention strategies.
• Facilitate coaching cycles including modeling, co‑teaching, and real‑time feedback.

• Develop, implement, and monitor the campus‑wide Progress Monitoring Tool, ensuring continuous data population and analysis through district approved data trackers.
• Collaborate on the development of the campus assessment calendar and the creation of standards‑aligned assessments and exemplars.
• Possess strong knowledge and comprehensive understanding of the State and Federal Accountability Systems.
• Lead data conversations to identify instructional strengths and growth areas at the teacher, team, and school level.
• Present actionable data and progress monitoring artifacts during Executive Cabinet, SALT, and grade‑level planning meetings.

• Design and maintain the Cluster Long Range Plan (LRP) and Cluster Meeting Records (CMRs) aligned to teacher/student needs and district priorities.
• Monitor effectiveness of cluster meetings and recommend adjustments based on performance data and team input.
• Maintain accurate records of all cluster documents, sign‑ins, attendance logs, and make‑up session participation.
• Actively participates in coaching sessions with district leadership.
• Model effective instructional practices in a master classroom that…