26-27 High School Teacher

KIPP•Newark, NJ

4d•$65,000 - $103,000

About The Position

KIPP New Jersey is looking for a motivated teacher with a track record of molding future leaders in our communities. You are passionate about education and understand the importance of building strong relationships in generating student achievement. You are dedicated to going above and beyond to ensure our students succeed. We are looking for teachers in the following subject areas:English Language Arts (ELA)HistoryMath: Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, or CalculusScience: Biology, Chemistry, or PhysicsCollege and Career ReadinessEnrichment: Physical Education, Music, Art, Theatre, etc.Foreign Language: SpanishHere's what you'll be doing:Joining our schools as a teacher comes with the opportunity for significant growth and development, but with great power comes great responsibility. Your role as a teacher will include a number of responsibilities which will include but are not limited to:

Requirements

A belief in every student's limitless potential.
A track record of success in the classroom.
Subject matter expertise.
A demonstrated interest in working with students from diverse economic and cultural backgrounds.
A collaborative attitude towards teaching and learning.
A record of exceptional student achievement and results at a high-performing charter network/charter management organization.
A belief that all students deserve a world class education which can be achieved through education reform
Hold a valid teaching certification in NJ -or-Meet The GPA Requirement
GPA RequirementIf you graduated after September 2016:Have a bachelor's or master's GPA on a conferred degree that is ≥ 3.0 -or- Have a bachelor's or master's GPA on a conferred degree that is between 2.75 and 3.0 AND demonstrate that you have passed all required Praxis exams with a +10% passing score (super scores)If you graduated before September 2016:Have a bachelor's or master's GPA on a conferred degree that is ≥ 2.75

Responsibilities

Create, internalize, modify and prepare lesson plans in accordance with academic curriculum, working closely with the grade level team.
Use data to responsively teach to mastery of academic skills.
Work closely with students, families and colleagues to create an environment that is supportive of student progress.
Reinforce a firm foundation for all classes and uphold classroom management techniques.
Help with diagnostic and progress monitoring testing across the school
Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies to ensure all students meet the learning objectives.
Update student performance trackers and use data to help guide your lesson plans.
Participate in school, departmental and parent meetings.
Participate in school events, activities

Benefits

KIPP NJ offers competitive salaries to newly hired lead teachers.
Salaries are based on prior experience and in accordance with certification requirements.
KIPP NJ offers a competitive salary range of $65,000-$103,000+ for teacher positions with additional opportunities for earning up to $7,000 annually in performance-based pay.
Robust benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
Participation in the New Jersey Teachers Pension and Annuity Fund, provided appropriate teacher certification
Optional participation in the KIPP NJ 403b retirement plan, including matching contributions
A school-issued laptop
Transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into Newark from the New York City area
Generous Time-Off including 3.5-4 school vacation weeks (depending on the year), allocated sick and personal days, and an extended summer break
Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave for primary caregivers
Employer paid life insurance
Extensive optional ancillary benefits including, short term and long term disability and accident and hospital indemnity