Middle School ELA Teacher SY25-26

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's 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 ELA 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

• Attends and participates in required meetings, school events, and committee work

• 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 Communication Arts/Literature or English Language Arts).  Applicants who will hold the following credentials by August 31, 2021 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

• High degree of flexibility

• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment

• Experience with using technology in teaching and learning

• skill in using positive, constructive disciplinary approaches

• familiarity with current teaching/ learning theories;

Highly Preferred 

• Experience working in historically educationally underserved communities and communities of color 

COMPENSATION

Salary:

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-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 equal employment opportunity for all candidates and employees, 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 ​​protected by federal, state or local laws. KIPP:MN will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on these characteristics.”

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.