Job Description
Your responsibilities as a Lead Teacher
KIPP North Carolina teachers are at the core of our mission to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and character strengths needed to succeed throughout their education and in the competitive world beyond. As a KIPP North Carolina Teacher, your core responsibilities include :
Curriculum Development and Instruction
- Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum
- Develop academically rigorous lessons, unit plans, rubrics and assessments
- Use data to inform instructional decisions
- Provide students with daily feedback on performance and plan for individual learning needs
Help Build a Positive School and Classroom Culture
Embody and maintain school’s values, policies and cultureDevelop positive relationships with students, families, teachers and staffEstablish and maintain strong communication with all parents and share progressShow up for critical school events, including : staff meetings, open houses, parent teacher conferences and moreDemonstrate a Growth Mindset
Pursue challenging professional goals each yearGive and receive positive and constructive feedback with your colleaguesParticipate in school-wide and individual professional developmentQualifications
Qualifications
The following are required of all KIPP North Carolina teachers :
A deep commitment to the mission of KIPP NC and an unwavering belief in the potential of all our studentsAn unwavering commitment to anti-racism, equity, and inclusionPossess a deep commitment to both racial equity and improving the lives of kids from low-income communitiesValid North Carolina teaching license, ability to seek reciprocity, or willingness to pursue state certificationA Bachelor’s degree in a relevant content areaPassed or will pass the Praxis exams by July 2024Pass Criminal Background CheckDemonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gapZest, grit, professionalism, and a sense of humorPreferred Qualifications
The following are not required but are advantageous for candidates :
At least 2 full years of teaching experienceExperience in teaching in a high performing charter school and / or schools with a high population of students with free and reduced lunchDemonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of traditionally under-served studentsFluency in SpanishAdditional Information
Compensation is based on years of relevant years of experience and educational attainment.
We currently offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including :
Healthcare (medical, vision, and dental) at no cost to individuals and deep discounts for dependentsEnrollment in a 403b with employer matchOn-going professional development opportunities :Support programs for new teachers
coaches and weekly coaching meetings for all teachersRegular content and grade-level specific PDsGenerous time off :
Paid Time OffSick Leave and Extended Sick LeaveTeacher work days after long breaksTime off for all major national holidays and observance of religious holidaysAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
