Global Studies & Psychology Teacher KIPP St. Louis High School (Immediate Opening)
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Job Location:
St. Louis, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
16 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At KIPP St. Louis High School the Global Studies and Psychology Teacher brings a passion for history culture and the human mind into the classroom. This role empowers students to see how their lives connect to the broader fabric of the past and the world around them. By teaching global studies you will help students explore diverse cultures societies and historical movements while psychology instruction will invite them to examine human behavior thought processes and identity. Together these subjects serve as a pathway to deepen students critical thinking strengthen their ability to analyze and persuade and ensure that every student sees themselves reflected in both history and the study of human experience.
Start Date: Immediate Opening
On a day-to-day basis you can look forward to the following:
Curriculum Development and Instruction
Adapt and execute a rigorous standards-aligned curriculum
Develop academically rigorous lessons unit plans rubrics and assessments
Use data to inform instructional decisions
Provide students with daily feedback on performance and plan for individual learning needs
Help Build a Positive School and Classroom Culture
Embody and maintain schools values policies and culture
Develop positive relationships with students families teachers and staff
Establish and maintain strong communication with all parents and share progress
Effectively supervise and manage a classroom of up to 30 students
Show up for critical school events including staff meetings open houses parent-teacher conferences and more
Demonstrate a Growth Mindset
Pursue challenging professional goals each year
Give and receive positive and constructive feedback from your colleagues
Participate in school-wide and individual professional development
School-Based Staff must have the ability to...
Operate a computer and office equipment on a daily basis
Occasional moderate lifting pushing and pulling
Maintain emotional control under stress
Interpret policy procedures and data
Communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Qualifications :
What you bring to the table: Bachelors degree (REQUIRED)
Bachelors degree (REQUIRED)
Valid Missouri Teacher Certification Missouri Substitute Certification or willingness to become certified ASAP (REQUIRED)
Pass Criminal Background Check
Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap
Additional Information :
What we bring to the table:
We are a fast-paced energetic team and family with passionate people who are leading a movement to cultivate their best working environment. We provide the following:
$0 deductible healthcare plan option including medical vision and dental.
Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability
$50000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee
Retirement plan through PSRSSL with a 12% match and an optional 403b as a supplement to our pension program
Employee Recognition: When we succeed together we celebrate together with our annual Heart Awards ceremony and more!
Public Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employer
Longevity Bonuses: 2 5 and 10-year financial rewards
Generous time off:
Paid leave for illness personal days bereavement jury duty and military-related leave
Paid parental leave for new families
Granted holidays as well as a one-week Thanksgiving break a two-week winter break and a week-long spring break
Wellness days and Fabulous Fridays (leave at 1:30 on Friday once a month)
On-going professional development opportunities:
Weekly coaching sessions
Weekly school-based professional development
Five in-person PD days during the year for all KIPP St. Louis teachers
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Algebra
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Math
- Special Education
- Calculus
- Teaching
- Geometry
- Cordova
About Company
KIPP Capital Region is a part of a national network of high-performing public Charter Schools committed to creating joyful, academically excellent, and prepared students with the skills, ability, and confidence to pursue their paths to college, career, and beyond. Located in both Al ... View more
