Licensed Physical Education (PE) Teacher - High School

KIPP Memphis•Memphis, TN

19h•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Memphis Public Schools is seeking a Licensed Physical Education (PE) Teacher for their High School. Reporting to the Principal, KIPP teachers are responsible for delivering effective, high-quality, rigorous instruction in their content areas that produce unmatched results and student understanding. Teachers are also responsible for promoting a college-preparatory culture that assists our students on their journey to and through college. Teachers will perform additional duties, as necessary, to ensure that all KIPP students will learn and contribute to the school’s overall community. The mission of KIPP Memphis is to 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.

Requirements

Active Tennessee state licensure and certification - endorsement matching subject area & grade band
Commitment to working with educationally underserved students
Commitment to the design and development of the school
Bachelor's degree

Nice To Haves

At least two years of teaching experience
Master's in Education / Teaching / Content area
Experience/strength in content area/Highly Qualified status
Experience teaching in an urban school and/or charter network

Responsibilities

Plan a program of study and unit/weekly/daily lessons that, aligned with the school’s curriculum and that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with best practices, specific content knowledge, and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
Implement, by instruction and action, the region’s philosophy of education, the KIPP Memphis curriculum, and instructional goals and objectives
Utilize diagnostic assessment tools to identify learning strengths and needs of every student, on a regular basis, for the purpose of intervention and/or acceleration toward academic and leadership standards
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to assure safety in the classroom and the school for all students
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
Assist the administrative team in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
Make provisions for being available to the students and to the parents for education-related purposes outside of the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
Maintain professional relationships with colleagues
Actively engage in all professional development opportunities
Perform other job-related duties as assigned