Lower School General Application (Grades TK-5)

Khan Lab School; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

401(k) with employer match

Life insurance

Long-term/short-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Generous PTO

Job summary

Khan Lab School is seeking educators for its Palo Alto campus to lead engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction for early grades. Qualified applicants will have prior teaching experience and a strong alignment with the school’s progressive, inquiry-based approach and core values.

Candidates should be comfortable using Khan Academy as a teaching tool, collaborating with colleagues, and adapting instruction based on student needs and feedback.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• At least one year of prior teaching experience is required.
• Ideal candidates will have an academic background in Lower School education.
• An understanding and support of Khan Lab School’s core values, mission, and vision.
• A passion for working with young students and an understanding of where they’re at developmentally.
• Knowledge and experience using Khan Academy for instruction, when applicable.
• Commitment to inquiry-based, project-based learning, and other progressive pedagogies.
• Prior experience analyzing student data and using a variety of assessment techniques.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills while able to communicate effectively and respectfully.
• Flexibility to shift and take on a variety of tasks, as the lab school continues to grow and change.
• Able to reflect on one’s own effectiveness, respond well to feedback, and adjust instruction accordingly.

Skills

Teaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Flexibility

Feedback responsiveness

Progressive pedagogy

Data-informed instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Khan Academy

Job description

ABOUT KHAN LAB SCHOOL:

In 2012, Sal Khan wrote The One World Schoolhouse, in which he outlines how modern education developed and how Khan Academy came to be. But, most importantly, the book outlines a vision for the future of both in-person and online education given the tools we have and the need for many more people to participate in the knowledge economy. In 2014, He founded Khan Lab School to test and refine these ideas in an actual school setting.

Today, Khan Lab School has grown to be a K-12 independent school on three campuses, serving over 260 students in Silicon Valley, CA and Wichita, KS. Our Lower School (grades TK-5) is in Palo Alto, CA, our Middle and Upper Schools (grades 6-12) are in Mountain View, CA, and the newest KLS campus (grades 4-9) in Wichita, KS.

Building on this foundation, Sal Khan's latest book, \"Brave New Words\", further expands on his educational philosophy and vision for the future. At Khan Lab School, we're committed to implementing these innovative ideas and preparing students for success in the rapidly evolving knowledge economy.

Successful candidates will have a demonstrated familiarity with the Sal Khan’s school model outlined in his book The One World Schoolhouse.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, & EXPERIENCE FOR THE ROLE:

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.


• At least one year of prior teaching experience is required.


• Ideal candidates will have an academic background in Lower School education.


• An understanding and support of Khan Lab School’s core values, mission, and vision.


• A passion for working with young students and an understanding of where they’re at developmentally.


• Knowledge and experience using Khan Academy for instruction, when applicable.


• Commitment to inquiry-based, project-based learning, and other progressive pedagogies.


• Prior experience analyzing student data and using a variety of assessment techniques.


• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills while able to communicate effectively and respectfully.


• Flexibility to shift and take on a variety of tasks, as the lab school continues to grow and change.


• Able to reflect on one’s own effectiveness, respond well to feedback, and adjust instruction accordingly.

PHYSICAL WORK REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:

• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull up to 20 pounds as some regular organizational tasks involve moving desks, chairs, electronics, and other school supplies and equipment as needed.


• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.


• Capability of moving about inside an office setting to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.


• Ability to proficiently and frequently operate a computer and keyboard as well as other office equipment such as calculators, copy machines, printers, and projectors.


• Consistently practice safe working habits while using school supplies, equipment, and electronics as well as the ability to maintain a safe and hazard-free workstation for yourself and others at the school.


• Occasionally required to work weekends, nights, or be on-call for special events, which are sometimes held outside and require working in varying weather conditions at all times of the year.


• Ability to properly communicate information and ideas so other people can understand as well as the ability to ascertain and understand information communicated from others.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Khan Lab School is a community of learners and partners that have a deep commitment to their work. We get things done and believe that in our highly collaborative environment anything is possible. All our decisions are made through the lens of what is best for our students. We tackle tough questions without ego, are results oriented, and have high expectations for school and our students.

PAY & BENEFITS:

Compensation: $85K to $114K per year, dependent upon experience
Location: Palo Alto, CA 94306
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match, basic life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program (EAP), and generous PTO.

Khan Lab School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disabilities, medical conditions (including medical history or genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws or regulations.