Elementary Teacher - ELA

KIPP • Baltimore, MD

98d

About The Position

Teachers will plan, implement, and reflect upon all aspects of instruction, social-emotional development, and physical development in the assigned areas in order to realize the mission of KIPP Harmony and KIPP Ujima Village Academy. The Teacher will report to the Principal, collaborate with the grade level team, and work closely with the grade level interventionist.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid teaching certificate from the Maryland State Department of Education and/or a teaching certificate from another state with proof of reciprocity
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning
• Experience working with students from underserved communities for 2 or more years (preferred)
• Ability to influence and motivate others
• Ability to persist in the face of challenges
• A deep commitment to, passion for, working with children and families
• Strong organizational skills as evidenced by planning ahead, meeting deadlines, and multi-tasking
• Strong critical thinking skills as evidenced by the ability to link cause and effect, slice data, and generate relevant solutions
• A desire to learn and grow as a professional teacher and leader

Responsibilities

• Hold high expectations for each student and work relentlessly to foster student achievement
• Set goals for a class and individual students and use ongoing formal and informal assessments to track progress towards goals
• Design assessments and use data daily and weekly to inform instruction and professional growth
• Apply a strong knowledge of early childhood literacy, as well as other content areas to classroom instruction
• Demonstrate knowledge of grade level standards, benchmarks, and curriculum
• Create long term plans, unit plans, and daily lessons that ensure mastery of standards and demonstrate proficiency in backwards design
• Plan daily lessons that promote critical thinking and inquiry and utilize instructional strategies that meet the needs of a diverse group of students
• Differentiate instruction effectively to meet the individual needs of all students
• Build strong relationships and a positive rapport with students, families, and colleagues
• Value and draw upon students experiences and backgrounds
• Implement school wide student management and culture policies and procedures within classroom and on campus
• Establish and maintain a strong classroom culture that teaches students discipline and responsibility
• Create and foster an encouraging learning environment that promotes self-efficacy
• Mentor a Teaching Fellow (if applicable)
• Engage in frequent, open collaboration and communication with colleagues around lesson planning, instructional observations, student data and school wide initiatives
• Participate actively in professional development sessions and pre/post assignments as necessary
• Complete self evaluations (pre-analysis and post-analysis exercise) of teaching performance based on a standard of teaching provided by the Principal
• Honor families and the community as assets, developing partnerships and open communication through Family Nights, Open Houses, Community Service events, and Family-Teacher conferences
• Adhere to school policies, procedures, and deadlines
• Perform clerical duties, as required, relating to textbooks, instructional supplies, student record keeping, attendance, etc.
• Lead school wide initiatives and serve on committees as needed
• Commit to an extended instructional day, Saturday Enrichment (one-time per month), and professional development outside of school hours
• Model professionalism through attire and actions
• Communicate with parents, students, staff members, and guests in person as well as through letters, phone calls, one-on-one interactions, and whole group presentations
• Remain available to students and families on call in the evenings until 8:30PM (via cell phone)

Benefits

• Compensation defined by Baltimore City Schools Office of Human Capital, based upon the highest degree obtained, and years of experience (up to 10 years)
• Comprehensive benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees