Middle School Science Teacher (5-8) - KIPP Minnesota Public Schools

KIPP is a national network of free, open‐enrollment, college‐preparatory public schools in under‐resourced communities throughout the United States. There are currently 281 locally‐run KIPP regions in more than 25 states and Washington, DC; nationally, KIPP serves approximately 120,000 students. More than 80 percent of KIPP students come from low‐income households, and more than 95 percent are African American or Hispanic/Latino.  Through high expectations for students and staff, world‐class teachers and principals, more time in school, autonomy over budget and curriculum, and a focus on results, KIPP schools prepare traditionally underserved students for success in college and in life. KIPP schools have been widely recognized for their success in doing so, and today, nearly 85% of KIPP alumni nationally have matriculated to college. 

All KIPP schools share a core set of operating principles, known as the Five Pillars, that KIPP believes help to lay the foundation for students to perform at the highest academic levels: High Expectations, Choice & Commitment, More Time, Power to Lead, and a Focus on Results.

KIPP Minnesota Overview

KIPP Minnesota Public Schools is one of 28 regional locations in a national network of high-performing college-preparatory schools across the nation. KIPP Minnesota was established in 2008, serving grades Kindergarten through 8th on our North Star campus in Minneapolis. KIPP MN vision is that every child grows up to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. Our mission is 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 build a more just world.

POSITION OVERVIEW

 The Middle School Science Teacher's primary Responsibilities include planning, organizing, and implementing appropriate instructional programs in a middle school learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their intellectual, emotional, physical and psychological growth.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Planning and Instruction

• Demonstrates knowledge of and proficiency with subject matter
• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
• Plans and delivers instruction for a variety of learners
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Understands and uses assessment to promote student learning

Classroom Environment

• Creates an environment that promotes respect, rapport, and learning
• Establishes effective relationships with students
• Communicates clear and consistent expectations for learning, behavior, and achievement
• Monitors and manages student behavior effectively

Communication

• Communicates effectively with families, students, and colleagues
• Communicates student progress in a timely and thorough manner
• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills

Professional Responsibility

• Supports the mission and values of the school
• Supports the programs and priorities of the department and school
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with faculty, students, and parents
• Maintains confidentiality
• Demonstrates professional behavior
• Seeks and develops opportunities for professional growth
• Mandatorily attends and participates in required meetings, school events, and committee work (including evenings and weekends as necessary)
• Participates in the arrival and dismissal of students daily with assigned tasks and responsibilities
• Performs bus duties for the safety of students daily with assigned tasks and responsibilities
• Monitors hallways between classroom duties to establish safety and clear expectations of student behaviors in the hallways
• Home visits to students/families' homes twice per school year
• Performs duties as required/requested

DESIRED EXPERIENCE 

Required 

• B.A/ B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution or related field teaching.
• Minnesota State certification in teaching appropriate subject areas (5-8 Science).  Applicants holding the following credentials by August 31 are welcome to apply. We will work with applicants whose license is in process.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized and punctual
• Customer focused approach
• A high degree of flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with using technology in teaching and learning
• Skill in using positive, constructive disciplinary approaches
• Familiarity with current teaching/ learning theories;
• The commitment to driving cultural relevance, diversity, equity and inclusion and sense of belonging in a homogeneous community.

Highly Preferred 

• Experience working in historically educationally underserved communities and communities of color 
• License Grades 5-8 with teaching experience and strong competency in the area of STEM instruction

COMPENSATION

Salary: $44,880+

*To establish equitable salary practices, the compensation package is derived from the Regional KIPP Minnesota pay scale and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, life, long & short-term disability, and retirement benefits, as well as an annual salary review and revision.

How to Apply 

We are committed to hiring a diverse, multicultural leadership team and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. Please apply online here. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

KIPP MN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. KIPP MN is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all candidates and employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on our business needs, job requirements, and required qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. KIPP MN will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
 
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