KIPP SoCal Public Schools·Los Angeles, California
The teacher will develop and implement engaging lesson plans while utilizing diverse instructional strategies to meet the academic and social-emotional needs of students. They are responsible for monitoring student progress through assessments and collaborating with families and colleagues to foster an equitable learning environment.
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.
Mission Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.
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.
You Should Apply If You love building lasting relationships with students, creating inspiring and engaging lessons, and growing as an educator and a teammate. \n
What You'll Do Teach the knowledge and skills, nurture the confidence and character, and inspire the passion needed for our students to achieve their goals, live their best lives, and positively impact the world Follow lesson plans or create lesson plans that ensures consistency and optimal learning, and that encourages students to actively participate Value and draw upon students’ experiences and backgrounds Utilize a variety of instructional strategies based on the diverse needs of all the students that engage all students Develop and administer a variety of assessments to measure students’ growth towards goals and to monitor students mastery of the content standards Analyze informal and formal student assessment results and use this information to drive and inform instruction Communicate and collaborate professionally with teammates, families, and community members Implement classroom management techniques to create a nurturing and structured classroom environment and structure Maintain high expectations for students academic achievement and conduct
You'll Be Qualified If You Have Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning Passing score on the California Basic Skills Test (CBEST) or basic skills equivalency Valid preliminary or CLEAR teaching credential appropriate to role (strong preference but not required)
Joining KIPP SoCal Means the Following Working at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberation Spending time with students and families in the best communities of LA, Compton, and San Diego Support and care from fellow teachers, administrators, and regional team members Ongoing professional development and coaching from a school site manager Creation of an individualized credentialing plan with top-notch support from our dedicated Talent Team
& Compensation Very competitive and transparent compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the cost Employer paid KIPP SoCal life insurance 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal Voluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, Pet Insurance, etc.) Generous time off program includes 22 holidays and sick leave Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, etc.)
\n KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website, http://www.kippsocal.org/. Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and have passed the California Basic Skills Test (CBEST). A valid preliminary or CLEAR teaching credential is strongly preferred.
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