KIPP KC
5th Grade Science Teacher - $5,000 Hiring Incentive| Immediate Hire
Edtech.com's Summary
KIPP is hiring a 5th Grade Science Teacher to provide high-quality instruction aligned with Missouri State standards and support student academic growth. The teacher will design lesson plans, assess student progress, collaborate with teams, and build meaningful relationships with students and families to foster educational equity.
Highlights
- Develop and deliver curriculum-based, standards-aligned lesson plans.
- Use student assessment data to adjust instructional approaches.
- Maintain accurate records and grade books.
- Provide academic and cultural support to students, promoting critical thinking and rigor.
- Collaborate with grade-level and content teams.
- Engage with families to build trust and support student success.
- Participate in school supervision and events such as staff meetings and parent conferences.
- Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and a valid Missouri Teaching license with the required certification for the assigned subject and level.
- Demonstrated commitment to educational equity and underserved communities.
- Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits including health coverage and retirement; immediate start after background and fingerprint clearance.
5th Grade Science Teacher - $5,000 Hiring Incentive| Immediate Hire Full Description
Company Description
KIPP KC is part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory charter schools with a track record of preparing students in educationally underserved communities for success in college and in life.
Together with families and communities, KIPP Kansas City Public Schools works to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence they need to pursue the paths they choose - college, career, and beyond - so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. We are a Pre-K through 12th grade school located in the historical 18th and Vine District. We are part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory charter schools with a track record of preparing students in educationally underserved communities for success in life. KIPP KC opened its first school, KIPP Endeavor Academy, in 2007 with approximately 31 fifth grade students. Today, KIPP Kansas City has grown to serve students in Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade and is currently educating approximately 1,000 students.
Job Description
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
- Bachelor’s 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
Compensation
Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. Additionally, KIPP KC offers a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and retirement.
Start Date: ASAP. All hired candidates must complete the background and fingerprint process and attend orientation.
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