Math Intervention Teacher

Position Description: Math Intervention Teacher

Kuumba Academy Charter (KACS), a premier arts-integrated K-8 public charter school, seeks a Math Intervention Teacher to inspire and empower students to reach their highest potential.

About Kuumba Academy Charter School:

Kuumba Academy Charter School (KACS) is a tuition-free public charter school

In partnership with our founding organization, Christina Cultural Arts Center Inc. (CCAC), CCAC and KACS form a unique non-profit public school partnership committed to educational excellence. Through the innovative union of academics, arts, technology and family engagement, each individual’s learning style is nurtured resulting in creative learners who are positive agents of change in the community. KACS is open to all students Kindergarten through 8 grade. Kuumba Academy is dedicated to developing exceptional students with strong character who strive for academic and artistic excellence. Kuumba Academy is committed to being the highest performing charter school in the state of Delaware, and closing the achievement gap in the city of Wilmington.

Responsibilities of Kuumba Academy Teachers Include but Are Not Limited to:

Academic Achievement and Character Development

• Create a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment
• Motivate students to achieve high academic and behavioral standards
• Invest students and families in the development of academic success and Kuumba Core values
• Utilize math based interventions and data to drive instruction.
• Design and implement unit and lesson plans in collaboration with grade/subject teams
• Teachers will provide differentiated instruction to all students to ensure that all students meet their growth goals as measured by NWEA MAP Assessment

Professional Growth and Development

• Collaborate with instructional coaches, grade level leads and school team to continuously improve instructional, culture-building and leadership skills
• Participate enthusiastically in all professional development, team planning, and data analysis meetings
• Function as a school wide partner in helping to increase student achievement and character for all students.

Skills and Characteristics:

• Proficient in instructional and classroom management.
• Highly organized with strong planning abilities.
• Collaborative team player with maturity, humility, and resilience; flexible, committed, and receptive to feedback, with a “roll-up-my-sleeves” attitude.
• Firm commitment to the Kuumba mission and educational model.
• Culturally competent and adept at relationship-building.
• Adaptable and flexible in various situations.
• Resourceful out-of-the-box thinker.
• Mastery of subject matter combined with enthusiasm for teaching.

Educational Background and Requirements:

• Two years of teaching experience highly preferred with a proven record of high achievement
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required
• Teacher certification within the State of Delaware

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children we encourage you to apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Wilmington, DE 19801: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person