Kindergarten Teacher

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

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher dedicated to fostering student achievement in underserved communities. This role emphasizes the importance of educational equity, where you will develop tailored lesson plans and actively engage with students and families. By collaborating with fellow educators, you will create a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic rigor and personal growth. Join a team that values your commitment to empowering students on their paths to success in college and beyond. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Retirement Benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and valid Missouri teaching license required.
• Deep commitment to educational equity and underserved communities.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teamwork

Educational Equity

Critical Thinking

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Valid Missouri Teaching License

Job description

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About KIPP Kansas City Public Schools:

KIPP Kansas City Public Schools is part of a nationwide network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory charter schools dedicated to preparing students in educationally underserved communities for success in college and life. Our strength as a region serves as a catalyst for empowerment, change, and hope.

Company Description

Founded in 2007, KIPP Kansas City Public Schools began with KIPP Endeavor Academy, serving approximately 31 fifth-grade students. Today, we educate approximately 1,000 students from Pre-K through 12th grade, with our community continuing to expand. Together with families and communities, we strive to create joyful, academically excellent schools that equip students with the skills and confidence to pursue their chosen paths—whether college, career, or beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and contribute to a more just world.

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.

Core responsibilities include:

• Developing or internalizing year-long Missouri State standards-based, backwards-planned unit and lesson plans that meet all students’ learning needs.
• Using assessment data to modify plans and promote all students’ academic performance.
• Embracing and incorporating feedback for continuous improvement.
• Maintaining accurate records, grade books, and data tracking systems.

Academic and Cultural Support

Core responsibilities include:

• Assuming personal responsibility for student achievement.
• Collaborating with content and grade-level teams to promote critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Establishing and maintaining trusting, respectful relationships with students and families.
• Participating in daily school functions such as supervision duties.
• Attending key school events like staff meetings, open houses, and parent conferences.
• Meeting professional obligations including timeliness and meeting deadlines.
• Exemplifying school cultural expectations.

Qualifications

Skills and Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Results-oriented with a commitment to teamwork.
• Deep commitment to educational equity and underserved communities.
• Valid Missouri Teaching license with required certification for the subject and level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the core subject area.
• Satisfactory background check outcome.

Additional Information
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. KIPP KC offers a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and retirement.