Middle School: Science Lead Teacher - Greater Boston (2025-2026)

Company DescriptionOur MissionTogether with our families and communities we create joyful and identity-affirming schools where students achieve excellent and equitable academic outcomes. We believe doing this ensures that our students are prepared to pursue any path they choose college career and beyond so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Our program is based on:A focus on high-quality instruction supported by rigorous professional development to ensure that our students develop the academic skills necessary to pursue the life they choose.A high regard for character development to ensure that our students and staff celebrate and develop their character and identity emphasis on family engagement because we believe that our students are most likely to be able to maximize their potential when we work in partnership with our students and their families.A focus on college readiness for all students so that all students can make choices about their post-secondary education and We DoWe seek to provide a world-class education for students from educationally underserved communities in Lynn and Boston. Our student demographics mirror those of neighborhood schools in terms of race socioeconomic status Multilingual Learners (MLL) and students who receive special education promise to families is that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy numeracy and core knowledge in science and social studies. We also promise that our students will develop the zest for learning and grit necessary to persevere as they climb the mountain to and through college and career. Our graduates will be prepared to return to their community as teachers leaders and architects of continued growth in Lynn and We AreKIPP Massachusetts began enrolling students in 2004. We currently hold two charters operating two districts. Our first district KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School is based in Lynn MA. Our second district KIPP Academy Boston Charter School is based in Mattapan MA. Each district is housed on one or more campuses which we use to refer to different grade spans for example elementary grades middle school grades or high school Lynn KIPP Academy Lynn Elementary (serving grades K-4) KIPP Academy Lynn Middle (serving grades 5-8) and KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate (serving grades 9-12) are all under our Lynn charter. Admission to any grade in the Lynn district is admission to all remaining grades in the Lynn district K-12. 74% of our students in Lynn are Hispanic 15% are Black 3% are multiracial 5% White and 4% Asian. In Boston KIPP Academy Boston (serving grades K-8) is under our Boston charter. Admission to any grade in the Boston district is admission to all remaining grades in the Boston district K-8. 36% of our students in Boston are Hispanic 59% are Black 3% are multiracial 1% are White and 1% are American Indian or Alaskan both districts we serve over 2200 students. KIPP MA has a Regional Office with teams such as Teaching and Learning Talent and Operations which supports both FoundationKIPP Massachusetts partners with the KIPP Foundation which is a non-profit national network of college-preparatory public charter schools serving elementary middle and high school students. The KIPP Network has a 30 year track record of preparing our students in educationally underserved communities for success in college and KIPP Public Schools Network is made up of 278 K-12 schools 28 regional support organizations and the nonprofit KIPP Foundation. We are a national network with nearly 16500 educators and 190000 students and alumni. Together we continually raise the bar for teaching and learning then ensure success in one classroom travels across our network to hundreds more. We believe that excellent academic safe and structured schools empowered teachers an emphasis on character development and support through college and career are the foundation for student success and we strive to provide this for every KIPP schools whether they are in Massachusetts or in other states are part of the free public school system in their respective states and enrollment is open to all students. KIPP public charter schools are given more academic and budgetary flexibility than traditional public schools and in exchange commit to deliver high-quality academic results for DescriptionLead 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 long-term transformative outcomes for role requires consistent and reliable demonstration of the following essential job functions and key responsibilities:KEY RESPONSIBILITIESClassroom ResponsibilitiesServe as a lead or co-lead in a classroom (or classrooms) with responsibilities that may include: leading a class independently co-teaching short- or long-term coverage or stepping into a lead classroom role later in the year based on the schools 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 school-wide or grade-level student culture systems and proactive classroom management strategiesRegularly analyze student work and academic data to modify lessons refine curricula and inform instructional practiceMaintain accurate up-to-date 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 school-wide and individual professional development including pre-service 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 school-designed 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 grade-wide 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 self-awareness 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 schoolSelf-awareness flexibility and emotional intelligence to navigate a setting with students who express diverse needsThe consistent use of interpersonal and self-management 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 school-wide 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 alignment with KIPP MAs mission and values including the unwavering belief in the high potential of all studentsDemonstrated 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 full-time teaching experienceBachelors Degree requiredPass Criminal Background CheckKIPP MA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in building a vibrant and welcoming school community that advances our mission of ensuring that all KIPP students graduate with the skills and confidence to lead fulfilling lives. This includes a commitment to attracting and developing individuals who understand the experiences of the students and communities we serve. We hire without consideration to race religion creed color national origin age gender sexual orientation marital status veteran status or InformationWhat 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. This role follows our School Year calendar. For more about what we offer how to apply and more about KIPP MA please visit this link HERE.