About this role
We are looking for a highly dedicated high school educator who has a track record of instructional excellence and who is willing to continuously go above and beyond for students. KIPP Indy teachers are responsible for delivering effective, rigorous instruction in their content areas that produce high-quality results and student understanding.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrate a strong understanding of student learning and effective teaching strategiesRegularly tracking student dataMaintain an organized and focused learning environmentUtilize state standards to develop curriculum and lesson plans based on these standardsImplement student management policies within classrooms and everywhere on campusCreate and foster a positive learning environmentEstablish and maintain strong communication lines with all familiesAttend school-wide events, such as open houses, family conferences, and other events involving familiesConsistently use assessment and data to set goals, inform decisions, and invest students in their progressPerform all duties related to your classroom including clerical duties relating to textbooks, instructional supplies, student reports and records, attendance reports, etc.Prioritize instructional practices that enable real-time feedback to studentsUse formative assessment data to inform both short and long-term instructional decisions that promote all students’ academic performanceEmbrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of constant improvementPartner with applicable stakeholders to appropriately scaffold for all learners (Multilingual Learners, Diverse Learners)EXPECTATIONS
Arrive at school by 8:10 a.m. Attend professional development, including summer onboarding. Track and analyze student data regularly and attend team meetings. Fulfill all expectations outlined in the KIPP Employee Handbook. COMPETENCIES
Strong content knowledge and ability to facilitate inquiry and evidence-based reasoning. Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs. Cultural competency and the ability to create inclusive learning environments. commitment to high expectations and opportunity and belief in the potential of all students. Demonstrates reliability, sound judgment, integrity, preparedness, and follow-through while meeting school and network expectations. Actively engages in coaching, seeks and incorporates feedback, reflects on practice, and applies learning from professional development to improve student outcomes. Valid Indiana teaching license or reciprocity process underway for a valid out-of-state license (required)Bachelor’s degree in history or related field (required) Minimum of 2-5 years teaching in an urban public school (preferred)Experience teaching in a public high school setting (preferred)Strong record of helping students from under-served neighborhoods achieve academic successExperience in analyzing student data and using data to inform instructionUnquestioned integrity and commitment to the KIPP Indy mission and communityPossess a strong knowledge of the content area and have met all required educator standards for their contentPass a criminal background check, as required by law Licensed teacher starting at $50,000
Salary is commensurate with experience and includes a highly competitive benefits package. Opportunities for performance-based bonuses are also available.
Benefits Include:
Up to 12-weeks paid parenting leave
Two PPO Health Plan Options
Vision
Dental
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness
FSA
HSA
Life Insurance
Short & Long-Term Disability
Licensure & Tuition Assistance
403B/401K Roth Retirement Options with employer match up to 10%
Employee Assistance Program
Extended Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off with unlimited rollover
End of the year Merit Increase
Annual Wellness Screenings
KIPP Indy Legacy High is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.