KIPP Pride Middle School Electives Teacher

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Organization: Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) North Carolina. KIPP NC is a network of eight tuition-free, college-preparatory public charter schools educating approximately 3,000 students in grades K-12 in Durham, Halifax, Northampton and Mecklenburg counties. The organization is committed to improving the life outcomes of North Carolina’s children through the delivery of research-based, rigorous curricula and ensuring students have the roadmaps and guideposts to arrive at success as they define it.

Description Organization overview and mission statements are provided to contextualize the role and its place within the KIPP NC network.

Your responsibilities as an Electives Lead Teacher

• Review, internalize, and facilitate KIPP NC adopted & scripted curriculum
• K - 8 Math:
  Open Up Resources
• K - 8 ELA:
  Fish Tank
• K - 8 Science:
  Amplify & supported Science materials to match NC Standards
• 9 - 12 English & History: AP For All Curriculum
• 9 - 12 Math & Science: KIPP NC Approved Materials
• Practice lesson delivery to execute curriculum at a high level while following the pacing guide with fidelity
• Create exemplar responses and documents for work to hold students accountable
• Use assessment data (Interim Assessments, MAP, EOGs, EOCs, summative, formative, etc) to drive instruction and make lesson adjustments to meet students needs
• Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of pursuing excellence
• Maintain accurate gradebook, records, and data tracking systems

Help Build a Positive School and Classroom Culture

• Embody and maintain school’s values, policies and culture
• Assume personal responsibility for student achievement
• Maintain a clean classroom displaying student work and grade level/content appropriate decorations
• Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers and staff through regular positive phone calls to families, weekly newsletters about the classroom, and attending all required events
• Participate in daily school functions including arrival, advisory/circle time, lunch duty, recess, and dismissal

Demonstrate a Growth Mindset

• Collaborate with your coach to identify areas of strength and growth for professional development each year
• Receive feedback in real time during class, one-on-ones, regular classroom observations, and school walkthroughs
• Attend Practice Clinics to master pedagogical skills and lesson delivery during prep time
• Attend school and/or regionally led Professional Development Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 3:30 - 5:00 pm each week and sometimes as needed for development

KIPP Employee Mindsets

• All Means All: serve the needs of every student, regardless of needs or background
• See a Need, Fill A Need: cover classes as needed and support students beyond own classroom
• Openness to Feedback: be open to feedback and improve professionally
• Student Centered: always do what’s best for kids

Total Rewards - Compensation & Benefits

• Salary supplements for active NC licensure (Gastonia, Charlotte, Durham options)
• Healthcare (medical, vision, dental) at no cost to individuals
• Enrollment in an optional 403b with employer match up to 6%
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Support programs for new teachers
• Assigned coaching and regular development meetings
• Regular content and grade-level specific PDs
• Licensure support
• Generous time off: PTO, sick leave, and holidays
• Approximately 5 weeks off during the Summer

Requirements

• A deep commitment to the mission of KIPP NC and belief in the potential of all students
• Commitment to improving the lives of kids from economically marginalized communities
• Valid North Carolina teaching license, ability to seek reciprocity, or willingness to pursue state certification
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant content area
• Criminal Background Check clearance
• Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap
• Enthusiasm, grit, professionalism, and a sense of humor
• Ability to stand and actively monitor classrooms for 8+ hours/day
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more as necessary

Preferred…