KIPP - Elective Teacher - Stockton

Company Description

This is the application for Elementary, Middle, and High School roles at KIPP Public Schools Northern California in the  school year. Locations include San Francisco, Oakland, San Lorenzo, San Jose, Redwood City, East Palo Alto, and Stockton. You can see a full list of our openings here.

• Teach with
  
  Purpose:
  
  At KIPP Public Schools Northern California, our Elective 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 school’s Leadership Team—including your Instructional Coach—to 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.

Experience:

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

Education and Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution (required).
• Meet one of the following eligibility requirements (required):

Skills and Mindsets:

• Deep commitment to KIPP’s 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).

• Develop and implement daily and long‑term lesson plans aligned with KIPP’s academic vision.
• Analyze student data regularly to inform instruction and support student growth.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and rigorous classroom environment grounded in Restorative Practices and SEL.
• Use culturally responsive classroom management strategies to ensure safety, belonging, and high expectations for all students.
• Communicate proactively with families, colleagues, and leaders to build strong partnerships.
• Engage fully in weekly professional development and Communities of Practice.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, including attendance, grades, and behavior data.

Physical: Ability to navigate school and classroom settings; access and utilize technology; occasional lifting/carrying of equipment 1–20 lbs. Physical agility to move self in various positions to execute duties effectively, including 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; read, calculate, perform routine math problems; memorize and recall objects and people.

Environment: School and classroom environment subject to constant interruptions and distractions. Adhere to KIPP’s health and safety guidelines as outlined by the CDC, CDE, and public health agencies’ recommendations.

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

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