Math Lead Teacher - High School (Immediate & 26-27 SY)

KIPP Capital Region Public Schools; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,669; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision coverage

Aggressive employer 403(b) contribution match

Childcare benefits

Unparalleled work/life integration

Casual dress code

Relocation stipend (conditions apply)

Job summary

A public charter school network in Albany, NY is seeking a Math Lead Teacher for high school. The role involves developing rigorous lessons in subjects like Algebra and Geometry, fostering a positive school culture, and engaging with families. Qualified candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree and valid NYS teaching licensure, ideally with two years of educational experience. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $56,000 to $76,669, plus a $5,000 STEM sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience as a school educator, preferably in a charter or public school environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours.
• Must be willing and able to take a Criminal History Background check.

Responsibilities

• Adapt and execute a rigorous curriculum and assess students’ progress.
• Develop academically rigorous lessons and assessments.
• Establish strong communication lines with all parents and share progress.

Skills

Curriculum development

Data-driven instruction

Classroom management

Developmentally appropriate practices

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University

Valid NYS Teaching Licensure

Job description

Math Lead Teacher - High School (Immediate)

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KIPP Capital Region is a part of a national network of high‑performing public Charter Schools committed to creating joyful, academically excellent, and prepared students with the skills, ability, and confidence to pursue their paths to college, career, and beyond. Located in both Albany and Troy, NY, KIPP Capital Region serves 2,500+ students in grades K‑12 across seven schools. We believe every individual walks through the doors of schools bearing gifts. Talent. Perspective. Drive. Inspiration. We support every student and educator to see those gifts, and then build the skills and confidence they need to thrive.

We are committed to furthering anti‑racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all of our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students, together.

Position Overview

Grade(s): 9-12

• Algebra
• Geometry
• Pre‑Calculus / Calculus
• Statistics

Duties/Responsibilities

Curriculum Development and Instruction

• 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

Commitment to School and Classroom Culture

• Work collaboratively with your school team and those 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
• Create and foster a positive and calm learning environment
• Enforce, uphold, and exhibit the school’s values, student management policies and culture

Family Engagement

• Establish and maintain strong communication lines with all parents and share progress
• Be available for open houses, parent‑teacher conferences and other events involving parents
• Make himself/herself available to students, parents and other staff members

Growth Mindset

• Pursue challenging professional goals each year
• Willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to change and improvement
• Participate in school‑wide and individual professional development, including pre‑service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year (held during school hours)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University, required
• Valid NYS Teaching Licensure or willingness to pursue state certification, required
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a school educator, preferably in a charter or public school environment, preferred
• Prior experience working in schools and urban communities is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours.
• Aptitude to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives.
• Must be willing and able to take a Criminal History Background check.

Benefits

When you join KIPP Capital Region, you are promising families that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies. Our graduates will be prepared to return to their community as teachers, leaders, and architects of continued growth in the Capital Region. Our biggest perk to working at KIPP Capital Region is doing work that makes a lifelong difference in the lives of our students; you’ll also find plenty of other benefits.

• Industry‑leading medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Aggressive employer 403(b) contribution match
• Childcare benefits
• Unparalleled work/life integration
• Casual dress code
• Relocation stipend (conditions apply)
• And so much more!

Salary

Competitive salary ranging from $56,000 - $76,669 with a $5,000 STEM Sign‑On Bonus. Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role and longevity within the KIPP network. KIPP Capital Region will evaluate and determine the step/level a new hire will be placed within our teacher salary scale at point of hire.

Location: KIPP Capital Region schools, Albany, NY.

All staff and educators at KIPP Capital Region are committed to anti‑racism and inclusion, are part of a close‑knit diverse community, and are encouraged to show up authentically, inspiring our children to do the same.