Elementary Teacher, 5th Grade Math

Job Description
Position Overview
Teachers will plan, implement, and reflect upon all aspects of instruction, social-emotional development, and physical development in the assigned areas in order to realize the mission of KIPP Harmony and KIPP Ujima Village Academy. The Teacher will report to the Principal, collaborate with the grade level team, and work closely with the grade level interventionist.
 
Position Responsibilities
Hold high expectations for each student and work relentlessly to foster student achievement
Set goals for a class and individual students and use ongoing formal and informal assessments to track progress towards goals
Design assessments and use data daily and weekly to inform instruction and professional growth
Apply a strong knowledge of early childhood literacy, as well as other content areas to classroom instruction
Demonstrate knowledge of grade level standards, benchmarks, and curriculum
Create long term plans, unit plans, and daily lessons that ensure mastery of standards and demonstrate proficiency in backwards design
Plan daily lessons that promote critical thinking and inquiry and utilize instructional strategies that meet the needs of a diverse group of students
Differentiate instruction effectively to meet the individual needs of all students
Build strong relationships and a positive rapport with students, families, and colleagues
Value and draw upon students experiences and backgrounds
Implement school wide student management and culture policies and procedures within classroom and on campus
Establish and maintain a strong classroom culture that teaches students discipline and responsibility
Create and foster an encouraging learning environment that promotes self-efficacy
 
Mentoring a Teaching Fellow (if applicable)
Meet weekly with a Teaching Fellow to lesson plan, analyze classroom data, and discuss upcoming classroom events
Plan for the Fellow’s involvement in lessons when the Teacher is leading a lesson
Observe Teaching Fellow and debrief on classroom management and instructional strategies
Provide Teaching Fellow with feedback on weekly lesson plans, if necessary
Support the teaching fellow if they are lead teaching a lesson
Provide feedback to the Principal on the support and development needed by the Teaching Fellow outside of the classroom setting
Provide input to the Principal on a Teaching Fellow’s readiness to assume Teacher responsibilities in subsequent years
Complete all required paperwork as it related to the Teaching Fellow
 
Professional Development
Engage in frequent, open collaboration and communication with colleagues around lesson planning, instructional observations, student data and school wide intiatives
Participate actively in professional development sessions and pre/post assignments as necessary
Complete self evaluations (pre-analysis and post-analysis exercise) of teaching performance based on a standard of teaching provided by the Principal
Engage in ongoing one-on-one professional development observations, meetings, and reflections with the Principal
Implement next steps determined in professional development sessions, one-on-one professional development meetings, and personal self-reflections
 
General
Believe deeply in our school’s vision, mission, and values; subscribe to KIPP’s Five Pillars; and enjoy educating children
Honor families and the community as assets, developing partnerships and open communication through Family Nights, Open Houses, Community Service events, and Family-Teacher conferences
Adhere to school policies, procedures, and deadlines
Perform clerical duties, as required, relating to textbooks, instructional supplies, student record keeping, attendance, etc.
Lead school wide initiatives and serve on committees as needed
Commit to an extended instructional day, Saturday Enrichment (one-time per month), and professional development outside of school hours
Model professionalism through attire and actions
 
Communication
Communicate with parents, students, staff members, and guests in person as well as through letters, phone calls, one-on-one interactions, and whole group presentations
Remain available to students and families on call in the evenings until 8:30PM (via cell phone)