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Part-Time Teacher Assistant (Grades 5 - 8)

Employer
KIPP North Carolina Public Schools
Location
Charlotte, NC, US
Salary
Competitive
Company Description

About KIPP Charlotte
KIPP Charlotte is part of the nation-wide KIPP non-profit network of 260 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating over 100,000 early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school students.
KIPP Charlotte Public Schools serves over 900 students in grades K - 8 across the Charlotte Metro area with plans to grow for the future. Our mission is for every child to have the opportunities and education necessary to live the life they choose and we realize that every day through having high expectations for all students and staff to serve our families and communities with excellence.
KIPP Charlotte is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all of our students, families, teachers, staff and community members.
As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Job Description

KIPP Charlotte teachers and teacher assistants are at the core of our mission to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and character strengths needed to succeed throughout their education and in the competitive world beyond. This role will lead small group instruction in Reading or Math to support the work ELA or Math teachers are doing in the classroom. They will meet with students who are struggling in Reading or Math throughout the week to provide additional instructional and academic help, supporting students to grow. As a KIPP Charlotte Teacher Assistant, your core responsibilities include:
Support Curriculum Development and Instruction
  • Help to adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum
  • Support teachers as they develop academically rigorous lessons, unit plans, rubrics and assessments
  • Provide students with daily feedback on performance and plan for individual learning needs
  • Receive guidance and materials from ELA / Math teachers on how to best support students who are struggling
Help Build a Positive School and Classroom Culture
  • Embody and maintain school's values, policies and culture
  • Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers and staff
  • Establish and maintain strong communication with all parents and share progress
  • Show up for critical school events, including: staff meetings, open houses, parent teacher conferences and more
Demonstrate a Growth Mindset
  • Pursue challenging professional goals each year
  • Give and receive positive and constructive feedback with your colleagues
  • Participate in school-wide and individual professional development


Qualifications

Qualifications
The following are required of all KIPP Charlotte teacher assistants:
  • A Bachelor's Degree
  • Pass Criminal Background Check
  • Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap
  • Zest, grit, professionalism, and a sense of humor
Preferred Qualifications
The following are not required but are advantageous for candidates:
  • At least 1 year of experience as a Teacher's Assistant
  • Experience in teaching in a high performing charter school and/or schools with a high population of students with free and reduced lunch
  • Fluency in Spanish


Additional Information

Compensation
This position is compensated at $17 / hour and works up to 29 hours / week. Since this is a part-time position, benefits are not included.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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