8th Grade Science Teacher KIPP Triumph Academy
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Job Location:
St. Louis, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are looking for a passionate and engaging Middle School Science Teacher to join our KIPP St. Louis Team. As a Science Teacher youre an enthusiastic educator engaging in students innate curiosity. Youre a passionate scientist who wants to help students learn to explore and experiment. As a teacher at KIPP you are there to engage with the MySci curriculum and to adapt it to what your individual students need. Youre ready for a challenge and know that the pursuit of curiosity and knowledge is an occasion you want to rise to.
Position Type: Full-time Exempt 10 months
Start Date: Immediate
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 in Education or related content area (REQUIRED)
Valid Missouri Teacher Certification or Missouri Substitute Certification or willingness to become certified ASAP (REQUIRED)
Experience teaching or working with the youth
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
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
Paid holidays as well as a one-week Thanksgiving break a two-week winter break a week-long spring break
Wellness days and Fabulous Fridays (leave at 1:30 on Friday every other 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
Check out our KIPP St. Louis video to learn more about KIPP St. Louis Public Schools!
KIPP St. Louis is committed to creating a diverse equitable and inclusive environment for all our students families teachers staff and community members. As an equal opportunity employer we hire without consideration to 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
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
