What are the responsibilities and job description for the 25-26 Newark Teacher Hiring Event position at KIPP New Jersey?

Job Description

Company Description

Come join us at our Teacher Hiring Event in Newark on Saturday, March 15th from 9 : 00 AM-12 : 00 PM.

PLEASE NOTE : This is not an application to a specific teaching opening. This is to express interest in attending our Hiring Event where you'll be able to interview with schools. If you are eligible for hire within our schools (work authorization and GPA requirement), you'll receive an email to RSVP to confirm your attendance.

About KIPP New Jersey

KIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized “Knowledge Is Power Program” network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. In 2002, KIPP New Jersey first opened its doors in Newark’s South Ward as a single class of 80 fifth graders and has since grown to educate 7,035 students in grades K-12 across 15 schools in Newark and Camden. More than 90% of KIPP New Jersey students currently qualify for free or reduced meals. To learn more, visit www.kippnj.org.

Job Description

We are looking for teachers in the following subject areas :

General Elementary
Special Education
English Language Arts (ELA)
History
Math : Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, or Calculus
Science : General Science (MS), Biology, Chemistry, or Physics
Enrichment : Physical Education, Music, Art, Theatre, etc.
Foreign Language : Spanish

Here’s what you need to know :

KIPP New Jersey is looking for a motivated teacher with a track record of molding future leaders in our communities. You are passionate about education and understand the importance of building strong relationships in generating student achievement. You are dedicated to going above and beyond to ensure our students succeed.

Here’s what you’ll be doing :

Joining our schools as a teacher comes with a lot of growth opportunities, but with great power comes great responsibility. Your role as a teacher will involve a number of responsibilities which will include but are not limited to :

Create, internalize, modify and prepare lesson plans in accordance with academic curriculum, working closely with the grade level team

Use data to responsively teach to mastery of academic skills

Work closely with students, families and colleagues to create an environment that is supportive of student progress

Reinforce a firm foundation for all classes and uphold classroom management techniques

Help with diagnostic and progress monitoring testing across the school

Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies to ensure all students meet the learning objectives

Update student performance trackers and use data to help guide your lesson plans

Participate in school, departmental and parent meetings

Participate in school events, activities and programs both during and outside of regular class instruction hours.

Qualifications

Skills and Mindsets

A belief in every student’s limitless potential.

A track record of success in the classroom.

Subject matter expertise.

A demonstrated interest in working with students from diverse economic and cultural backgrounds.

A collaborative attitude towards teaching and learning.

A record of exceptional student achievement and results at a high-performing charter network / charter management organization.

A belief that all students deserve a world class education which can be achieved through education reform

Certification Requirements

In order to be eligible for hire, all general education teaching candidates must meet the following criteria (details below) :

Hold a valid teaching certification in NJ –OR–

Meet The GPA Requirement

GPA Requirement

If you graduated after September 2016 :

Have a bachelor’s or master’s GPA on a conferred degree that is ≥ 3.0 –or–

Have a bachelor’s or master’s GPA on a conferred degree that is between 2.75 and 3.0 AND demonstrate that you have passed all required Praxis exams with a 10% passing score (super scores)

If you graduated before September 2016 :

Have a bachelor’s or master’s GPA on a conferred degree that is ≥ 2.75

Additional Information

In addition to a competitive salary, KIPP NJ offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, retirement, a school laptop and transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into New Jersey from the New York City area.

KIPP NJ offers competitive salaries to newly hired lead teachers. Salaries are based on prior experience and in accordance with certification requirements. KIPP NJ offers a competitive salary range of $65,000-$103,000 for teacher positions with additional opportunities for earning up to $7,000 annually in performance-based pay.

KIPP New Jersey | KIPP Miami is an equal opportunity employer.

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Salary : $65,000 - $103,000

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