Classroom Teacher As a Classroom Teacher, you will have an opportunity to serve as a dynamic leader, effective educator, and inspirational and impactful influence within your classroom. You will be expected to deliver measurable results through high-quality and intentional instructional planning, curriculum design, and curriculum delivery to improve student outcomes and transform students' lives. As a Classroom Teacher you will: Plan instruction using approved curriculum, high-impact instructional strategies, subject matter expertise, and up-to-date data to meet the needs of all students Establish expectations, routines, and procedures to provide a respectful, safe, positive, student-centered environment that maximizes opportunities for student learning Engage students in learning by using a variety of instructional strategies to meet individual learning goals and needs Set ambitious goals; gather, analyze, and use relevant data to measure student progress, guide instructional planning and delivery, and provide timely feedback to students, parents, and stakeholders Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to overall district effectiveness; and engage in professional reflection and growth that results in improved instructional practice and student learning Serve as a leader in our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at the district, school, classroom and curriculum levels View leadership, professionalism, and effective communication as vital components of classroom teaching Reports to: School Principal Qualifications: Love what you do, and the opportunity this position presents especially your ability to shape and drive a high-performing instructional climate and culture dedicated to improving student outcomes. We seek proven and high potential educators with passion, high expectations for students, and a demonstrated track record of intentional, standards-based planning; rigorous, differentiated and high-impact lesson delivery; and the creation and maintenance of inclusive and high-performing instructional environments. Requirements include, above all, a belief that all students can and deserve to learn. Additional requirements include Bachelor's degree or higher; valid Maine teaching certification or eligibility for endorsement required, subject matter expertise; knowledge of effective teaching practices; comfort with standards-based curriculum; ability to design differentiated lessons that meet the educational needs of all students; and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues. Prior evidence of strong results on measures of student learning outcomes in relevant subjects strongly preferred. Our ideal candidate will be a strong instructional leader with both pedagogical knowledge and classroom experience, but we welcome candidates with a wide variety of backgrounds and years of experience. National Board Certification, a plus. Responsibilities: Curriculum and Planning Classroom Culture and Environment Instructional Delivery Data-driven and Goal-Based Academics Strategy Collaboration and Continuous Learning Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Lens Leadership, Professionalism, and Communication Competencies: Change agent mindset Student-centered Collaborative nature Flexibility Strong communicator Highly responsive Relationship-oriented Lifelong learner Reasonable Accommodations: RSU 21 will provide accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or applicable law, who has made the district aware of their disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the district. Terms of Employment: Salary and work year to be established by the Board and reflected in the contract. Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board of School Directors policy on Evaluation of Certified Staff Members (GCOA). Revised Date: 6/25/2021 Date Approved by Superintendent: 7/1/2021