FYLead Teacher, Level 4A, Gaithersburg ES, FTE

Summary Description Of Classification

The Lead Teacher, Level 4A (Lead Teacher) under the direct supervision of the principal, serves as both a highly effective classroom instructor and a school-based instructional leader. This role includes direct instruction for all marking periods in the classroom on average 50% of the time. A minimum of 20% of the Lead Teacher’s time (instruction and leadership) shall be reserved for planning.

The Lead Teacher works with other teachers and staff to design and deliver job-embedded professional learning, provide curriculum guidance, support teachers or teams in identifying students in need of interventions and progress‑monitoring student learning. This may also include leading teams in adjusting and adapting curriculum to best meet the needs of students, classes, or schools. The Lead Teacher devotes significant time to supporting content‑area, course‑alike, or grade‑level collaborative planning, mentoring teachers and facilitating professional learning aligned with school or district priorities and school improvement goals.

The Lead Teacher collaborates with and receives support and guidance from the Distinguished Lead Teacher, Level 4B. This is a school‑based position.

As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.

Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Must be in the Lead Teacher Pool to apply. The wage range for this position is a salary between $64,591 and $131,472 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link:

Gaithersburg Elementary School

Gaithersburg

Full‑time

10

Day Job

Mar 11, 2026, 11:49:15 AM

• Extensive knowledge of curriculum, and human development considerations including the characteristics and needs of students.
• Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills.
• Working knowledge of data analysis principles, and of technologies used in instruction and program management.
• Ability to work effectively with principals, teachers, parents, and students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and application of the six performance standards that have been established for the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Teacher Professional Growth System (TPGS).

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with evidence of continuing professional development.
• Minimum of three years outstanding teacher leadership experience.
• Experience in team planning, cooperative learning, team teaching, and in a relevant leadership role desirable.
• CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
  Meets Maryland State Department of Education certification requirements. Must have National Board Certification or equivalent.
• Only unit members who qualify for Level 3 of the Career Ladder may apply to enter a pool of qualified candidates to be considered for Level 4A Lead Teacher positions.