Physical Education Teacher; SY

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Company Description

At KIPP Chicago, we are guided by a simple, yet powerful mission:
Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Our campuses are located in the Austin, Englewood, North Lawndale, and West Humboldt Park neighborhoods. KIPP Chicago also advises over 2000 KIPP alumni currently in high school or college through our KIPP Forward program.

Job Description

About KIPP Public Schools

KIPP Chicago partners with the KIPP Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports schools across the country. KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all.

Our Teachers

At KIPP Chicago, we attract, develop, and retain a diverse and talented staff of educators. Our students and families choose our schools because our teachers are exceptional.

KIPP Chicago Physical Education Teachers

KIPP Chicago Physical Education teachers are school-based at either one of our middle schools (5th - 8th grade) or primary schools (5th - 8th grade). Ideal Physical Education teachers with a proven track record of structuring a physical education program that includes principles of human movement, motor skills, health-related fitness and training.

As a KIPP Chicago Teacher, your core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• A belief that all students can and will be successful
• A growth mindset about oneself and all others at the school, including a commitment to professional growth and development
• A commitment to the mission and vision of KIPP Chicago and the pursuit of antiracism in our schools and work together
• Regular and reliable on-site attendance is essential to performing the responsibilities of this role

Curriculum and Instruction

• Use our aligned regional curriculum for all subject areas, including assessing students in accordance with aligned curriculum
• Use progress-monitoring tools to analyze student results for the purpose of modifying and adjusting instruction
• Provide students with daily feedback on performance and plan for individual learning needs
• Use best practices, including differentiation with instructional technology and other techniques, to execute engaging instruction at a rigorous level for all students

Care of Students and Commitment to School and Classroom Culture

• Ensure that all students are affirmed, valued, and challenged every day
• Use best practices in alignment with school-wide systems to manage student behavior and create a safe, warm, demanding, and joyful classroom environment
• Establish and maintain strong lines of communication with students and their families and share progress
• Help develop school-wide culture that best fits the needs of our students, staff, and families

As a KIPP Chicago Teacher, you can look forward to the following supports in your work:

• A recent model of an Apple Mac laptop computer
• A stipend to support the cost of mobile phone usage
• A daily prep period each day
• Time each week devoted to analyzing student data and planning responsive instruction
• School-wide Social Emotional Learning curriculum and practices
• Regular professional development rooted in antiracist practices and aligned to curriculum or role competencies
• Principals and assistant principals who are routinely present throughout the building and day
• Weekly collaboration with grade level and content teams
• A team of ambitious, talented staff committed to our important work

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (required)
• Illinois Professional Educators License and Physical Education Endorsement (required)
• At least two years’ prior success teaching in urban communities (strongly preferred)
• A cleared CPS Background check before start of employment (required)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

KIPP Chicago Schools offers a competitive compensation and benefits package:

• Salaries based experience related to role and responsibilities
• Competitive rates for medical insurance and short-term disability insurance
• Competitive retirement savings benefits

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

KIPP Chicago Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. KIPP Chicago does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background.