Middle School ELA Teacher - Camden
Company: KIPP New Jersey
Location: Camden
Posted on: August 1, 2022
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Job Description:
Company Description
About KIPP New Jersey
KIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized "Knowledge Is
Power Program" network of free, open-enrollment,
college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students
for success in college and in life. In 2002, KIPP New Jersey first
opened its doors in Newark's South Ward as a single class of 80
fifth graders and has since grown to educate 7,035 students in
grades K-12 across 15 schools in Newark and Camden. More than 90%
of KIPP New Jersey students currently qualify for free or reduced
meals.
By 2025, KIPP New Jersey will have fifteen schools in Newark and
five in Camden providing a world-class education to over 10,300
students. To learn more, visit www.kippnj.org.
Job Description
We're growing!
We are looking for teachers for all grade levels (5-8) for existing
and founding schools!
Here's what you need to know:
We're looking for teachers for the 2022-23 school year! Our middle
school is seeking awe-inspiring teachers to guide our students as
they climb the mountain to college and beyond. Our teachers are
dynamic leaders both in and outside of their classroom. They love
students, working with families and the community they serve.
Middle School ELA Teacher
KIPP New Jersey is looking for a motivated teacher with a track
record of molding future leaders in our communities. You are
passionate about education and understand the importance of
building strong relationships in generating student achievement.
You are dedicated to going above and beyond to ensure our students
succeed.
We are seeking experts in the following content areas:
ELA
Here's what you'll be doing:
Joining our schools as a teacher comes with a lot of growth
opportunities, but with great power comes great responsibility.
Your role as a teacher will involve a number of responsibilities
which will include but are not limited to:
Create, internalize, modify and prepare lesson plans in accordance
with academic curriculum, working closely with the grade level
team
Use data to responsively teach to mastery of academic skills
Work closely with students, families and colleagues to create an
environment that is supportive of student progress
Reinforce a firm foundation for all classes and uphold classroom
management techniques
Help with diagnostic and progress monitoring testing across the
school
Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies to ensure
all students meet the learning objectives
Update student performance trackers and use data to help guide your
lesson plans
Participate in school, departmental and parent meetings
Participate in school events, activities and programs both during
and outside of regular class instruction hours.
Qualifications
Must Haves
A belief in every student's limitless potential
A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
required (Official transcripts showing degree conferred are
required prior to the starting date of employment)
A minimum cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 if graduation date is
after 2016 or minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 if degree conferred
before 2016
Appropriate state teaching certification completed or in process of
being completed.
Subject matter expertise
A minimum of two years of teaching experience, with demonstrated
interest in working with students from diverse economic and
cultural backgrounds
A track record of success in the classroom
A collaborative attitude towards teaching and learning
This job requires the individual to be fully vaccinated against
COVID-19, absent a legally required accommodation, pursuant to a
New Jersey Executive Order and federal and state guidance
Nice to Haves:
A record of exceptional student achievement and results at a
high-performing charter network/charter management
organization.
A belief that all students deserve a world class education which
can be achieved through education reform
Additional Information
Compensation & Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, KIPP NJ offers a full
comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, retirement, an
optional subsidized wireless plan through Verizon, a school laptop
and transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into New Jersey
from the Philadelphia area.
KIPP NJ offers competitive salaries to newly hired lead teachers.
Salaries are based on prior experience and in accordance with
certification requirements. KIPP NJ offers a competitive salary
range of $59,000-$99,000 for teacher positions with additional
opportunities for earning up to $7,000 annually in
performance-based pay.
KIPP New Jersey - KIPP Miami is an equal opportunity employer
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