Elementary School Teacher; K-4th Grade

Overview

Elementary School Teacher (K-4th Grade) -  School Year)

• 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 the school’s 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 with 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)

• BACHELOR'S DEGREE REQUIRED
• Appropriate Missouri Teacher Certification PREFERRED (Elementary 1-6, Birth - 3rd, etc.); or a willingness to become certified ASAP; OR A valid substitute teaching certification
• Pass Criminal Background Check
• Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap

• $0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision and dental
• Employer Paid Short Term Disability
• $50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee
• Retirement plan through PSRSSL with a 14.5% match and an optional 403b as a supplement to our pension program
• Employee Recognition: annual gala award ceremony, Christmas party, 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
  • Paid holidays, plus a one week Thanksgiving break, a two-week winter break, and a week-long spring break
  • Wellness days
• 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