KIPP Theater Teacher Elementary School (26-27)

Position Summary
 

• Teach with Purpose: At KIPP Public Schools Northern California our Teachers bring our academic and cultural visions to life. You will design engaging lessons use data to guide instruction and create a classroom where every student learns and thrives. You will also integrate Social Emotional Learning and Restorative Practices to build a joyful inclusive and safe community.
   

• Collaborate and Grow: You will work closely with your schools Leadership Teamincluding your Instructional Coachto continuously strengthen your teaching practice. Through weekly meetings coaching and feedback you will receive the support needed to grow as an educator and leader.
   

• Commit to Equity and Anti-Racism: We are committed to building an anti-racist community. Teachers engage in ongoing reflection on identity equity and systemic impact and we collectively examine our practices data and culture to ensure our schools serve all students with excellence and dignity.

Qualifications :

Experience:

• Experience teaching students with similar demographics to our KIPP Northern California community (preferred)
   

Education and Certification:

• Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited institution (required)

• Meet one of the following eligibility requirements (required):

  • Hold a valid teaching credential in the subject of your desired role or

  • Be eligible for a General Education Limited Assignment Permit Provisional Internship Permit or Short Term Staff Permit (CPR certification by American Heart Association or American Red Cross is a prerequisite for this permit)
     

Skills and Mindsets:

• Deep commitment to KIPPs mission and vision

• Dedication to anti-racist culturally responsive teaching

• Belief that all students can achieve at the highest levels

• Strong content knowledge and instructional skills

• Ability to build meaningful relationships with students families and colleagues

• Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs Sheets Slides Classroom etc.) and openness to learning new educational technologies (e.g. Zoom Nearpod

Additional Information :

Essential Functions and Responsibilities    

• Daily lesson planning and long term planning using curriculum and resources to align with KIPPs academic vision and goals.
• Analyze data regularly to identify student academic trends and inform instructional practices.
• Maintain a positive warm inclusive rigorous and engaging classroom environment that incorporates Restorative Practices and Social Emotional Learning.
• Implement culturally responsive classroom management strategies to create a safe environment for all students to learn & achieve.
• Communicate regularly with staff students families and other key stakeholders to ensure strong partnerships.
• Attend and engage in weekly Professional Development and other Communities of Practice to continue learning and growing as an educator.
• Update student records regularly including attendance grades behavior data etc.

Physical Mental and Environmental Demands    

Physical: Ability to navigate school and classroom settings. Ability to access and utilize technology. Occasional lifting/carrying of equipment 1-20 lbs. Physical agility 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 overhead.    

Mental: Stress of deadlines and normal work standards ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives work with interruptions concentrate for long periods of time read calculate perform routine math problems memorize and recall objects and people.   

Environmental: School and classroom environment subject to constant interruptions and distractions. Adhere to KIPPs health and safety guidelines as outlined by the CDC CDE and public health agencies recommendations.       

Classification    

This is a full-time exempt position on a school year calendar cycle located at our school sites.    

About KIPP Public Schools Northern California    

We are a thriving nonprofit network of free public charter schools open to all students. Together with families and communities we create joyful academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choosecollege career and beyondso they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.     

We value the dedication hard work and passion that our teachers bring each day. KIPP Northern California supports you with professional development coaching and collaboration. We offer competitive pay and benefits that reflect the appreciation we have for our teachers and their dedication to students    

Our student community consists of over 7000 elementary middle and high school students in East Palo Alto Oakland San Francisco San Lorenzo San Jose and Redwood City and Stockton. 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch 23% are multilingual learners and 10% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students diversity    

Compensation    

KIPP Northern California is dedicated to you and your familys well-being! We offer a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision and transportation benefits.

Our salaries are benchmarked annually against local district and charter schools to ensure competitiveness.
Salary step scales are available here:
 

• KIPP Bay Area Scale 26-27 (San Francisco Oakland San Lorenzo East Palo Alto Redwood City and San Jose)

 How to Apply    

Please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking apply on this page.    

Questions Email     

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time