Middle School Science Teacher (26-27)

KIPP • Dallas, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a general posting for current and potential future opportunities for a Middle School Science Teacher for the 26-27 school year. KIPP Texas Public Schools is a free, public charter school network with over 45 Pre-K - 12 schools across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. We are committed to preparing students for college, career, and beyond by providing a high-quality, well-rounded education. Our educators are passionate advocates for their students and families, working to ensure students have access to opportunity. We embrace, honor, and celebrate the differences that construct our unique identities. We are especially committed to attracting and developing individuals who share the life experiences of our students. Every member of the Team & Family at KIPP Texas Public Schools plays a critical role in ensuring our students have the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate in Bilingual Education
• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Demonstrated knowledge of core subject area assigned
• Unwavering commitment to KIPP Texas mission, students, families, and community
• Strong record of helping students achieve academic success, primarily with students in educationally underserved communities
• Strong desire to teach an academically intense curriculum and commit to an extended school day, week, and year
• Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a teacher and professional; offer and receive constructive feedback
• Willingness to be flexible and to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Texas students
• Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants currently pursuing a certification may apply before certification is received. All certifications must be acquired and on file with KIPP Texas before the end of the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Develop year-long Texas State standards-based 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.
• Collaborate with content and grade-level 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 meetings, open houses, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Develop individualized learning plans for students and communicate these plans to families in parent meetings and conferences.
• Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families.
• Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies.
• Paid family leave.
• Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Legal plans
• LifeLock identity protection
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level