What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School - US GovernmentOklahoma History 2025-2026 position at KIPP?
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated US Government / Oklahoma History Teacher to join our team. This individual will inspire a love for civic engagement and historical inquiry while preparing students for success in college and beyond. The ideal candidate will bring a commitment to educational excellence equity and culturally responsive teaching practices.
Key Responsibilities :
Instructional Excellence :
Deliver engaging and rigorous lessons aligned with state standards in US Government and Oklahoma History.
- Foster critical thinking analytical skills and a deeper understanding of civic and historical contexts.
- Utilize datadriven instructional strategies to support diverse learning needs and close achievement gaps.
Classroom Management :
Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports learning and student engagement.
Student Support and Advocacy :
Monitor and support student progress providing targeted interventions as needed.
Professional Collaboration :
Collaborate with colleagues to develop and share best practices curriculum resources and instructional strategies.
Commitment to KIPP Tulsas Mission :
Uphold the mission of KIPP Tulsa to prepare students for college careers and a fulfilling life.
Qualifications :
Student teaching experience tutoring or volunteer work with students is preferred.
Skills :
Ability to establish rapport with families and children
Ability to work both on broadbased strategy and everyday details
Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decisionmaking
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district
Independent selfstarter with a strong focus on student development and a passion for working with underserved student populations and their families
Proven written and verbal communication skills with all levels of management both internal and external to the district
Strong organizational and planning skills
Possession of a passionate and loving attitude toward all children
Possession of a belief in inquirybased learning and constructivist methods
Commitment to the vision mission values and goals of KIPP Tulsa
Motivation to grow as an educational professional
Desire to implement curriculum instruction and assessment that is cuttingedge based on educational research
Willingness to be an active member of a professional learning community focused on action research within the school and the classroom.
Responsiveness : Followup and followthrough with students families and faculty members are essential
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook)
Proficiency in using computers printers copy machines and fax machines
Ability to travel throughout the district and the city
Additional Information :
Compensation and Benefits :
This is a FullTime 12 month Exempt role. Salary is commensurate with experience
Employees are eligible to participate in employer benefits including health dental life accidental death and dismemberment short and long term disability and participation in 403B plans.
As an equal opportunity employer KIPP Oklahoma does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion (creed) gender age national origin (ancestry) disability marital status sexual orientation military status or any other basis made unlawful by applicable federal state or local laws or regulations.
Remote Work : Employment Type :
Fulltime
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Vacancy : 1
