ELA Lead Teacher - Shape College-Ready Thinkers

KIPP Capital Region Public Schools; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

403(b) match

Childcare support

Work-life balance

Job summary

KIPP Capital Region Public Schools in Albany, NY is seeking a Lead Teacher for grades 9-12. The role focuses on developing and implementing standards-aligned curricula, fostering a positive school culture, and supporting student success.

You’ll collaborate with educators across KIPP Capital Region, use data to inform teaching decisions, and provide ongoing feedback to students. A flexible schedule and commitment to inclusive education are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University is required.
• Valid NYS Teaching Licensure or willingness to pursue state certification is required.
• Minimum of two years of experience as a school educator, preferably in a charter or public school environment, preferred.
• Experience in urban schools is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours.
• Ability to create an inclusive environment that honors diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and assess students’ progress.
• Develop academically rigorous lessons, create unit plans, rubrics and assessments.
• Use data to inform instructional decisions.
• Provide students with daily feedback on mastery performance in character and academics and plan for individual learning needs.
• Demonstrate strong pedagogy.
• Work collaboratively with your school team and across KIPP Capital Region.
• Help develop school-wide culture that best fits the needs of our students, teachers and families.
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings and communicate openly with staff.
• Develop positive rapport with students and create a calm learning environment.
• Enforce, uphold, and exhibit school values and policies.

Skills

Curriculum development

Data-driven instruction

Standards-aligned curriculum

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

NYS Teaching Licensure

Job description

KIPP Capital Region Public Schools in Albany, NY is seeking a Lead Teacher for grades 9-12. The role focuses on developing and implementing standards-aligned curricula, fostering a positive school culture, and supporting student success.

You’ll collaborate with educators across KIPP Capital Region, use data to inform teaching decisions, and provide ongoing feedback to students. A flexible schedule and commitment to inclusive education are essential.