Middle School Literacy Specialist

Who We Are KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 23 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 20 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 6,800 alumni to and through college and beyond. What We Believe KIPP SoCal believes that the purpose of education is for liberation. This means that we see, develop, and inspire the limitless potential in each and all of our KIPPsters. What We Do At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow. The Opportunity The Middle School Literacy Specialist reports to the Associate Director of Literacy. They will lead the design and implementation of the KIPP SoCal middle school literacy approach, with a primary focus on literacy in grades 5-8. All efforts driven by the Middle School Literacy Specialist will be in service of an equitable, inclusive, rigorous, and diverse learning experience in reading, writing, listening, and speaking for all students. Primary Responsibilities In collaboration with the AD of Literacy and Director of Teaching & Learning, the middle school literacy specialist will create and document an inclusive, equitable, and culturally relevant vision for excellence in middle school literacy Collaborate with the Associate Director of Literacy to create the enabling systems to realize the vision Research, recommend, and review curricular and assessment opti Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree (required) 4-5 years of teaching related experience, preferably charter schools Deep experience with and knowledge best practice research methods for early literacy and language acquisition Experience driving outcomes for students of all ability levels Critical thinking skills and creativity in building strong systems and structures that support literacy instruction Extensive experience designing and leading professional development and training sessions to a variety of teacher experience levels Excellent project management skills Experience leading teams to drive results A deep passion for social justice, anti-racism work, and equity for all children Demonstrated ability to work well with others and build relationships across teams and schools Model the values of KIPP SoCal (lead with love, strength in the collective, equity and excellence, curiosity and integrity)

Salary : $79,200 - $99,000