Lead TeacherKIPP MA is looking for talented, committed, and culturally competent lead teachers who have the power to amplify our childrens potential by creating a school experience that affirms, values, and challenges students each day. We seek to create a professional and authentic environment of joy, excellence, care, and community where educators can make long-term transformative outcomes for students.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESClassroom ResponsibilitiesEnsure that all children feel affirmed, valued, and challenged every dayCreate and foster a positive and safe learning environmentCreate and internalize rigorous and engaging unit and daily lesson plans leveraging provided curricula/resourcesMay be asked to create and internalize academically aligned lesson plans, unit plans, rubrics, and assessmentsSet specific, ambitious growth goals with all students and identify and leverage all necessary resources to ensure they meet themUse best practices, including differentiation, to execute engaging instruction at a level rigorous for all studentsInfuse core values into daily lessons and every school practice, implementing school-wide student culture systems and positive classroom management strategiesRegularly analyze student work and academic data to modify lessons, refine curricula, and inform instructional practiceMaintain accurate student grades/records and strong lines of communication with students and families regularly regarding students growth and progressSchool and Professional ResponsibilitiesParticipate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic yearTake ownership for the development of your craft and seek feedback from your coach (meet 1x/1-2 weeks with coach, implement feedback, engage in co-planning and active practices, participate in live coaching, etc.)Perform necessary support duties including (but not limited to) coverage, bus, lunch, and dismissal dutiesDevelop strong relationships with families through participating in school events and consistent phone calls homeBe willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to accountability, change, and improvementCollaborate with grade level and content teams to tackle common challenges and implement grade-wide systems, sharing responsibility for all studentsDependable attendance according to our school calendarRegional ResponsibilitiesEmbody KIPP MAs Code of Conduct by acting with integrity, leading with humanity, centering self-awareness and critical consciousness, taking personal responsibility, and engaging productivelyObtain required MTEL and SEI endorsements with financial support from KIPP MA within the first year of employment in addition to free study support (please review this doc to see requirements)Participate and engage in regional professional development and community events as requiredKIPP MA teachers are supported in their demanding work by experienced and dedicated leadership and staff who have themselves proven successful in the teaching role. Our leaders maintain consistent school-wide systems and procedures - academic, behavioral, cultural, logistical - designed to permit teachers to do their best work. In addition to the responsibilities listed above, there will occasionally be other duties as assigned that teachers will engage in to help promote a positive and calm learning environment and culture.QualificationsQUALIFICATIONSLove and unwavering belief in the high potential of all studentsCommitment to anti-racism and equityDemonstrated ability to drive student growth and achievement and to create a warm, inclusive, rigorous learning environmentPassion for subject/content area and demonstrated commitment to professional learning2+ years of full-time teaching experienceBachelors Degree requiredKIPP MA requires that all staff be fully vaccinated with an FDA or WHO authorized vaccine (or approved by KIPP MA for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief).

Pass Criminal Background CheckAdditional InformationWhat We OfferThe starting base salary for this exempt position is $55,000 (per 1.0 FTE/45 hours per week), depending on years of experience after your Bachelors degree (+$3,000 for 1st advanced degree and +$1,500 for 2nd advanced degree) with a $1,000 signing bonusand retention and longevity bonuses in subsequent years. We offer a comprehensive tiered benefits plan, with a competitive employer contribution toward premiums for health insurance, including coverage for spouse/domestic partner and/or children. Other benefits include dental and vision plans, flexible PTO, life insurance, work-life balance benefits, paid family and medical leaves, flexible spending account options, parenting and elder care benefits, free access to financial coaching and services, commuter benefits, 403(b) plans, individualized coaching, and referral bonuses. KIPP MA may offer a relocation stipend to help defray the cost of moving for this role, where applicable.All staff and educators at KIPP MA are committed to anti-racism and inclusion, are part of a close-knit diverse community, and are encouraged to show up authentically, inspiring our children to do the same.

For more information on the benefits of joining KIPP MA, please view our Employee Value Proposition.


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