High School Geometry Teacher

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$60,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

Location:

St. Louis, MO 63118

Department:
Schools / Academics

Reports To:

School Leader

Classification:
Full-Time / Exempt

Annual Salary Range (Teacher First Compensation Model):

• Professional: $60,000
• Advanced: $70,000
• Exemplary: $80,000
• Salary band determined through Kairos’ Teacher First Compensation performance framework.
• Plus a $3,000 signing bonus for signing before January 1, 2026. Signing bonus is $1,500 after January 1.

Job Summary

The High School Geometry Teacher at Kairos Academies is a mission-driven educator who brings mathematics to life through rigorous, hands‑on learning. This role combines content expertise with the Kairos instructional approach—empowering students to think critically, solve problems creatively, and grow as self-directed learners.

At Kairos, all teachers are leaders. Beyond instruction, Geometry teachers model our values of Love, Excellence, Agency, and Diversity while contributing to the culture and systems that make Kairos a place where every student can thrive. Teachers are expected to coach, collaborate, and reflect to ensure students achieve measurable academic and personal growth.

• Design and implement engaging, standards-aligned Geometry lessons that develop conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and mathematical reasoning.
• Create and facilitate hands‑on experiences such as labs, simulations, performance tasks, and real‑world applications to deepen understanding.
• Use data from EOC, NWEA, MAP, and internal assessments to differentiate instruction and close achievement gaps.
• Maintain accurate, timely grade books and provide frequent, actionable feedback on student work, including lab notebooks and problem sets.
• Integrate technology and visual tools to support conceptual learning and independent practice.

• Serve as a Kairos “Coach,” mentoring a pod of students weekly to build executive functioning, goal‑setting, and personal accountability.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes belonging, persistence, and intellectual curiosity.
• Communicate proactively with families about academic progress, successes, and areas for improvement.

• Partner with content team members to align curriculum, assessments, and best practices across grades.
• Participate in coaching cycles, team meetings, and professional development aligned with Kairos’ learning model.
• Share instructional resources and strategies with colleagues to support whole‑school improvement.
• Serve in a whole‑school service role (e.g., Tutoring Lead, Assessment Coordinator, Safety Lead), contributing to culture and operations.

• EOC Proficiency: 60% of students meet or exceed Geometry EOC proficiency benchmarks.
• NWEA Growth: 70% of students demonstrate expected or above‑expected growth.
• Mentoring Participation: 75% of students meet coaching engagement and reflection benchmarks.
• On‑Track Gradient Classes: 85% of students maintain on‑track progress in math competency and mastery pacing.

• Evidence of rigorous, engaging instruction aligned with Missouri Learning Standards and Kairos’ Graduate Profile.
• Consistent use of data to drive instruction, reteaching, and support for students below grade level.
• Classroom culture characterized by respect, collaboration, and student ownership of learning.
• Growth in student independence and executive functioning as measured by coaching data and student feedback.
• Active contribution to team planning, problem‑solving, and school wide improvement efforts.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a STEM‑related field
• Valid Missouri Substitute Certification
• Proven success increasing student achievement in secondary math
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Eligible to work for any employer in the U.S.; clear…