SY 26/27 STEP Coach

KIPP•Kansas City, MO

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Every member of the Team & Family at KIPP KC plays a critical role in ensuring our students are on the path toward college, career, and beyond. Our educators are passionate advocates for our students and families, working tirelessly to connect them with access to opportunity for lives of power and choice. As a Step Teacher you will work across multiple academies and campuses to provide rigorous physical activity that supports the knowledge and skill needed to perform steps. You are dedicated to constant learning and proactively provide academic and cultural support to your school and team. You are deeply committed to educational equity, building relationships with students and families so they are safe, seen, heard, and loved. This role combines physical education, performance arts, mentorship, and student development while supporting academic success, behavior accountability, and community engagement. The Step Master provides instruction in stepping, rhythm, movement, calisthenics, conditioning, leadership development, and performance preparation aligned with Missouri DESE Physical Education standards and school-wide expectations. The Step Teacher will also design Real World Learning (RWL) experiences including mentorship opportunities, client-connected projects, community service, and civic internships while building partnerships across campuses and within the broader community.

Requirements

High school diploma or job required level of education
Substitute Certification
Relentless focus on results and a commitment to teamwork
Deep commitment to educational equity and underserved communities
Valid Missouri Teaching licensure with required certification for subject and level assigned
Demonstrated knowledge of core subject area assigned
Satisfactory outcome of a background check
Applicants currently pursuing a certification may apply before certification is received. All certifications must be acquired and on file with KIPP KC before the end of the first year of employment.

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
Teach the history, traditions, and cultural significance of African American step traditions and performance culture.
Design and implement step choreography for performances, competitions, assemblies, school events, and community showcases.
Teach rhythm, timing, musicality, coordination, movement sequencing, stage presence, and performance confidence.
Develop quarterly performances that showcase student growth, teamwork, and excellence.
Organize and direct an annual end-of-year step showcase in partnership with external organizations, colleges, community groups, and local performers.
Establish and enforce performance expectations, rehearsal procedures, and team accountability systems.
Develop and maintain performance dress code standards for rehearsals, public performances, travel, and competitions.
Assume personal responsibility for student achievement
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 student-led parent conferences
Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines
Exemplify the school cultural expectations
Teach calisthenics, conditioning, flexibility, endurance training, strength-building, and injury prevention techniques.
Incorporate physical fitness routines aligned to Missouri DESE Physical Education standards.
Promote healthy lifestyle habits, fitness goal-setting, and physical wellness.
Teach proper warm-up, cool-down, hydration, and body safety practices.
Prepare and organize classroom materials and resources.
Supervise children during classroom activities, meals, recess, and transitions to ensure safety and engagement.
Provide one-on-one or small-group support to students needing additional assistance.
Monitor, document, and communicate student behavior and academic progress with teachers, staff, and parents.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethical standards.
Adhere to all state and federal regulations and district policies and procedures.
Participate in professional development and training sessions as required.
Teach leadership, discipline, responsibility, teamwork, professionalism, and character development.
Develop student leadership structures including captains, section leaders, peer mentors, and performance coordinators.
Coach students on communication skills, conflict resolution, professionalism, time management, and accountability.
Progress monitor student academics, attendance, and behavior across courses and extracurricular activities
Collaborate with teachers, counselors, coaches, and administrators to support student success plans.
Facilitate mentorship opportunities with colleges, alumni, and community leaders.
Organize client-connected projects with businesses and community organizations.
Coordinate community service and service-learning opportunities.
Create civic and career exploration internships connected to performance arts, fitness, education, and leadership.
Build positive cross-campus relationships with students, staff, and families.
Develop partnerships with colleges, fraternities and sororities, cultural organizations, community groups, local businesses, and performance organizations.
Represent the school at community events, showcases, and partnership meetings.
Recruit and retain students for participation in the step program.