7th Grade Science Teacher Sign On Bonus 2,500

Position Overview

Every member of the Team & Family at KIPP KC plays a critical role in ensuring our students are on the path toward college career and beyond. Our educators are passionate advocates for our students and families working tirelessly to connect them with access to opportunity for lives of power and choice. As a Lead Teacher you will deliver exceptional instruction and assess student growth. You are dedicated to constant learning and proactively provide academic and cultural support to your school and team. You are deeply committed to educational equity building relationships with students and families so they are safe seen heard and loved.

As a KIPP KC Public Schools Teacher your core responsibilities include :

Instructional Delivery and Assessment

Develop or internalize year-long Missouri State standards-based (or other curriculum-based) backwards-planned unit plans and lesson plans that meet all students learning needs

Use assessment data to modify short and long-term plans in order to promote all students academic performance

Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of constant improvement

Maintain accurate records grade book and data tracking systems

Academic and Cultural Support

Assume personal responsibility for student achievement

Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor

Establish and maintain working relationships with students and families based on trust and respect

Participate in the daily functions of the school such as morning lunch and afternoon supervisory duties

Attend critical school events such as staff meetings open houses and student-led parent conferences

Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines

Exemplify the school cultural expectations

Qualifications :

Skills and Qualifications

Bachelors degree

Relentless focus on results and a commitment to teamwork

Deep commitment to educational equity and underserved communities

Valid Missouri Teaching license with required certification for subject and level assigned

Demonstrated knowledge of core subject area assigned

Satisfactory outcome of a background check

Additional Information :

Skills and Competencies :

Commitment to KIPP KCs mission and values

Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity equity and inclusion

Fosters an inclusive environment for students staff and families

Works effectively with colleagues and stakeholders

Builds strong relationships within the KIPP KC community

Physical Requirements :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school or office throughout the workday.

The candidate is expected to attend conferences meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region.

Work Environment

Reports to work Monday-Friday.

A typical school or office environment with frequent interruptions.

Travel Requirements :

Ability to travel to work location.

Compensation and Benefits :

Salary is based on years of experience educational background and level of expertise.

As a full-time KIPP Kansas City employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Kansas City benefit plans. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits with competitive rates including medical dental and vision options as well as life insurance fertility and disability plans.

KIPP Kansas City is committed to the professional growth and development of our staff. We provide numerous opportunities for advancement ongoing professional development and leadership training to help you achieve your career goals.

KIPP Kansas City provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer we hire without consideration of race religion creed color national origin age gender sexual orientation marital status veteran status or disability.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Computer Science,Experience Working With Students,Classroom Management,Communication skills,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Conflict Management,Teaching,Tutoring,Word Processing

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1