K-8 Summer School Teacher

KIPP•Kansas City, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Kansas City Public Schools is seeking a K-8 Summer School Teacher to join their team. This role is part of a nationwide network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory charter schools dedicated to preparing students in educationally underserved communities for success in college and life. KIPP Kansas City Public Schools educates approximately 1,000 students from Pre-K through 12th grade and aims to create joyful, academically excellent schools that equip students with the skills and confidence to pursue their chosen paths.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Valid Missouri Teaching license with required certification for subject and level assigned. All teachers employed in an approved summer school program must hold a valid Missouri teaching certificate during their teaching assignment. This certificate must be at the proper level and in the content area for the summer teaching assignment. Teachers whose certificates have expired do not hold a valid certificate. Expired certificates must be renewed prior to the start of the summer session for the class to qualify for state aid.
Relentless focus on results and a commitment to teamwork
Deep commitment to educational equity and underserved communities
Demonstrated knowledge of core subject area assigned

Responsibilities

Develop or internalize year-long Missouri State standards-based (or other curriculum-based), backwards-planned unit plans and lesson plans that meet all students’ learning needs
Use assessment data to modify short and long-term plans in order to promote all students’ academic performance
Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of constant improvement
Maintain accurate records, grade book, and data tracking systems
Assume personal responsibility for student achievement
Collaborate with content, grade-level, and specials teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor
Establish and maintain working relationships with students and families based on trust and respect
Participate in the daily functions of the school such as morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties
Attend critical school events such as staff trainings, staff meetings, morning huddles, and any other parent-student meetings and events
Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines
Exemplify the school cultural expectations