HS Geometry Teacher

KIPP Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution dedicated to empowering students through exceptional teaching and support. As a Lead Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the academic journey of high school students, particularly in Mathematics. This position emphasizes a commitment to educational equity and fostering strong relationships with students and families. You will engage in continuous improvement, utilize data to enhance student performance, and contribute to a vibrant school culture. If you are passionate about making a difference in underserved communities and are eager to collaborate with a dedicated team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Experience teaching High School Mathematics (9-12 level).
• Valid Missouri Teaching license with required certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans based on Missouri State standards.
• Collaborate with teams to promote critical thinking and academic rigor.

Skills

Mathematics Teaching

Teamwork

Educational Equity

Curriculum Development

Data Tracking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description

Position Overview

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 Lead Teacher, you will deliver exceptional instruction and assess student growth. 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.

As a KIPP KC Public Schools Teacher, your core responsibilities include:

** Instructional Delivery and Assessment**

• 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

** Academic and Cultural Support**

• 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

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Teachers are asked to have experience in teaching High School 9-12 level Mathematics, and be certified the Missouri DESE.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Relentless focus on results and a commitment to teamwork
• Deep commitment to educational equity and underserved communities
• Valid Missouri Teaching license with required certification for subject and level assigned*
• Demonstrated knowledge of core subject area assigned
• Satisfactory outcome of a background check

Additional Information

Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. Additionally, KIPP KC offers a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and retirement.