What is a Multi-Classroom Leader (MCL)?

• The Multi-Classroom Leader (MCL) role is an opportunity for teachers seeking a school-based leadership opportunity. The role of an MCL varies from school to school, but most MCLs teach for part of the day, lead a team of teachers, provide coaching to team teachers, and serve as a member of the Instructional Leadership Team. The MCL serves as a critical member of the school’s leadership team, meeting regularly with the principal to receive support and grow as a leader. The MCL shares responsibility for the learning and development of all students taught by teachers on her/his team.

How many teachers does an MCL work with?

• An MCL leads a team of between two and six teachers.

How can I become an MCL?

• In order to be hired as an MCL, you must first be accepted into our MCL Candidate Pool. As a member of the MCL Candidate Pool, a principal will be able to interview you for an MCL position.

Can I be an MCL and travel to different schools to coach teachers?

• No. MCLs are school-based attending to one school.

What are the benefits of becoming an MCL?

• MCLs build the capacity of peers to improve practice, and improve student outcomes. MCLs receive an additional stipend ranging from $7,500 to $11,000 depending on the number of teachers supported.

What does a school commit to when they become an Empowered School?

• Forming a Design team, made up of administrator + 3-4 teachers. Providing coverage to ensure attendance of all Design Team members, including the principal, at four School Design Session in Spring 2020 (dates below). Build on CIWP priorities to articulate a Theory of Action for Distributed Leadership and strategic areas of focus for teacher leaders (Multi-Classroom Leaders). Completing the required School Design Plan deliverables by July 1, 2019. Partnering with Talent Office to complete the Multi-Classroom Leader hiring process. Paying for MCL stipends with local or other eligible funds (guidance provided during School Design; estimated cost year 1: $7500-$22,000). Participating actively in MCL PLCs and PDs (monthly) and Principal PLCs (quarterly), along with two full day stepback reflection and reboot sessions. Participating in a non-evaluation program impact assessment to help inform the design of an expanded distributed leadership model

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