Lead Teacher at KIPP Academy Lynn Charter SchoolKIPP Academy Lynn Charter School is looking for talented committed and culturally competent lead teachers who have the power to amplify our childrens potential by creating a school experience that affirms values and challenges students each day. We seek to create a professional and authentic environment of joy excellence care and community where educators can make longterm transformative outcomes for students.This role requires consistent and reliable demonstration of the following essential job functions and key responsibilities:KEY RESPONSIBILITIESClassroom ResponsibilitiesEnsure that all children are affirmed valued and challenged every dayFoster a positive and safe learning environmentPrepare and internalize rigorous and engaging unit and daily lessons leveraging provided curricula/resources and intellectual preparation toolsWhen applicable may be asked to create and internalize academically aligned lesson plans unit plans rubrics and assessmentsSet specific ambitious growth goals with all students and identify and leverage all necessary resources to ensure they meet themInnovate on best practices to execute engaging differentiated instruction at a level rigorous for all studentsImplement aligned schoolwide or gradelevel student culture systems and proactive classroom management strategiesRegularly analyze student work and academic data to modify lessons refine curricula and inform instructional practiceMaintain accurate uptodate student grades/records and initiate strong lines of communication with students and their families regularly regarding students growth and progressSchool and Professional ResponsibilitiesObtain required MTEL and SEI endorsements with financial support from KIPP MA within the first year of employment in addition to free study support (please review this doc to see requirements)Participate in schoolwide and individual professional development including preservice training over the summer and weekly during the academic yearTake ownership for the development of your craft seeking and implementing feedback from your coach and collaborating with teammates within and beyond schooldesigned structuresPerform assigned duties including (but not limited to) classroom coverage bus lunch transition and dismissal dutiesDevelop strong relationships with families through participation in school events and consistent phone calls texts and/or emails with caregivers Be willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to accountability change and improvementCollaborate with grade level and content teams to tackle common challenges and implement gradewide systems sharing responsibility for all studentsDependable attendance according to our school calendar initiating proactive communication when attendance barriers ariseGeneral Requirements and ResponsibilitiesEmbody KIPP MAs Code of Conduct by acting with integrity leading with humanity centering selfawareness and critical consciousness taking personal responsibility and engaging productivelyParticipate and engage in regional professional development and community events as requiredDemonstrated ability to collect and interpret data evaluate reason define problems establish facts draw valid conclusions and make reasonable judgments and decisions in a timely manner in accordance with the needs of the schoolSelfawareness flexibility and emotional intelligence to navigate a setting with students who express diverse needsThe consistent use of interpersonal and selfmanagement skills to effectively support behavioral and emotional needs of students to ensure a safe and inclusive environment as well as build relationships and manage conflict with students staff and caregiversEffective communication skills to perform assigned duties and to meaningfully exchange information with students staff families and others in person through written communication in front of groups and on virtual platformsPhysical mobility to move self in various positions in order to execute duties effectively which may include kneeling walking pushing/pulling squatting twisting turning bending stooping and reaching overheadPhysical strength sufficient to periodically lift and/or carry 20 pounds of materials or supplies and to physically restrain a student to keep from harming themself and/or others in an emergency situationManual dexterity sufficient to perform repetitive hand/wrist/arm motions and to operate a computer and office equipmentKIPP MA teachers are supported in their demanding work by experienced and dedicated leadership and staff who have themselves proven successful in the teaching role. Our leaders maintain consistent schoolwide systems and procedures academic behavioral cultural logistical designed to permit teachers to do their best work. In addition to the responsibilities listed above there will occasionally be other duties as assigned that teachers will engage in to help promote a positive and calm learning environment and culture.QUALIFICATIONSLove and unwavering belief in the high potential of all studentsCommitment to antiracism and equityDemonstrated ability to drive student growth and achievement and to create a warm inclusive rigorous learning environmentPassion for subject/content area and demonstrated commitment to professional learning2 years of fulltime teaching experienceBachelors Degree requiredPass Criminal Background CheckKIPP MA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in the importance of being a diverse equitable and inclusive organization that enables all of our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. We hire without consideration to race religion creed color national origin age gender sexual orientation marital status veteran status or disability.What We OfferThe minimum base salary for this exempt position is $55000 to $89500 (per 1.0 FTE/45 hours per week) depending upon years of relevant experience after your Bachelors degree and any advanced degrees $3000 for 1st advanced degree and $1500 for 2nd advanced degree). The role includes a $1000 signing bonusand an annual $2000 retention bonus in subsequent years as well as other bonuses when eligible. For more about what we offer how to apply and more about KIPP MA please visit this link HERE.