IMMEDIATE: 25-26 6th Grade Math Teacher

KIPP Public Schools • Philadelphia, PA

32d

About The Position

We are seeking a talented, committed, culturally competent 6th grade Math Teacher to join the team at KIPP West Preparatory Academy (KWPP) for the 25-26 school year!

Requirements

• You love and see the high potential of all children
• You have experience driving student growth and achievement and to create a warm, inclusive, rigorous learning environment
• You have passion for facilitating professional learning, including a desire to continuously grow and learn as a leader
• You operate with cultural competence and a commitment to inclusion, anti-racism, and the eradication of anti-Blackness
• You believe that teachers are the primary drivers of student growth, learning and achievement
• You have high expectations for students and teachers; and the ability to motivate, inspire and hold others accountable
• You are solutions-orientated and have an eagerness to adapt in order to solve problems
• 2+ years of full-time teaching experience (outside of substitute teaching) in an urban setting strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree required
• Pennsylvania State certification Level I or II strongly preferred. If uncertified, must -
• enroll in a PA-approved certification program within one year of hire
• submit transcripts upon hire (required for emergency permit application)
• Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks prior to start date:
• PA State Police Clearance
• PA Child Abuse Clearance
• Cogent Federal Fingerprinting

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all children feel affirmed, valued and challenged every day
• Create rigorous, engaging unit and daily lesson plans leveraging provided curricula/resources (in most cases)
• Infuse core values into daily lessons and every school practice, implementing school-wide student culture systems and positive classroom management strategies
• Maintain a productive, organized, safe, neat and focused learning environment
• Regularly analyze student work and academic data to adjust lessons, refine curricula and inform instructional practices
• Provide necessary accommodations and modifications for growth and success of all students
• Maintain accurate student grades/records and strong lines of communication with families regarding students' growth and progress
• Model and implement all school policies within the classroom
• Serve as a role model for students
• Take ownership for the development of your craft (meet 1x/1-2 weeks with an instructional coach, implement feedback, engage in active practice, etc.)
• Actively engage in all school-wide professional development
• Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team, collaborating with colleagues to tackle common challenges and implement grade-wide initiatives
• Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and school leadership on a regular basis
• Embody KPPS core values: Children First, Cultural Competence, Ownership, Community
• Enroll in/complete a teacher certification program (if applicable)
• Attend designated school functions outside of school hours (Back to School Night, Report Card Conferences, Community Events, etc.)
• Contribute to the planning and execution of all school-wide events
• Develop strong relationships with the families of students through home visits, participation in school events and phone calls home
• Perform necessary support duties including (but not limited to) bus, lunch, and dismissal duties
• Chaperone field lessons/field trips
• Additional responsibilities may arise during the school year. They will be communicated to all employees with as much notice and flexibility as possible.

Benefits

• All full-time team members at KPPS enjoy a comprehensive health benefits package (including vision and dental, a telehealth option, and flexible spending accounts) for themselves and their families as well as a 403B matching program for retirement savings and free access to financial advising services.
• Uncertified teachers have access to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement to pursue certification at a Pennsylvania-approved certification program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees