Company Description

By 2025, KIPP DC will build upon two decades of proven results to develop into a more impactful, innovative, and inclusive school system, that provides joyful, identity-affirming learning experiences so that all students and alumni achieve extraordinary outcomes. We are a network of eighteen schools educating nearly 7,000 students and employing 1,200 teachers, leaders, and staff members dedicated to our mission. As part of the KIPP network's 255 schools, we share best practices and innovations with our peers across the city and country.

Our work is grounded in a commitment to excellence, equity, and justice. We believe all students have the right to rigorous, relevant, and joyful learning experiences led by exceptionally talented and diverse educators who promote student achievement and a sense of belonging. We pride ourselves on providing unparalleled professional development and leadership opportunities. We acknowledge the demands of the teaching profession and continually seek to improve sustainability, benefits, and supports for teachers. We are seeking teachers who are passionate about educational equity, driven by student and family relationships, and constantly seeking to grow.

Job Description

The vision of Middle Schools at KIPP DC is to have inclusive, identity affirming and learning rich spaces where student voice is elevated and student growth is emphasized. We want our students to feel supported in their growth areas and recognized for all of their strengths, so we strive to develop both their academic and social/emotional skills.

Through powerful lessons and relationships, middle school teachers lead student learning in English Language Arts, math, science, social studies, special education, and a diverse range of specials courses. In core subjects, 5-8th grade teachers implement research-based curricula that are Common Core aligned and student centered. Curricula is added to and revised by a committee of teachers and leaders focusing on culturally relevant and responsive pedagogy. All teachers reinforce a love of reading by integrating authentic literacy tasks across content areas.

Through ample planning time, grade level and content meetings, and wellness and development days, teachers work collaboratively with peers at their school and across our six middle schools in the network. Teachers receive feedback and support from school leaders, network content coaches, grade level chairs, and other teammates. School culture at the middle school level is grounded in Positive Behavior Incentives Systems (PBIS) led by a dedicated PBIS Coordinator at each school. Student identity and creativity is recognized through weekly celebrations and a myriad of clubs ranging from Project Lit to martial arts.

KIPP DC has six middle schools:

• KIPP DC AIM Academy
• KIPP DC Honor Academy
• KIPP DC KEY Academy
• KIPP DC Northeast Academy
• KIPP DC WILL Academy
• KIPP DC Valor Academy

Qualifications

KEY REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with a Lead Teacher to teach the designed curriculum so that all students reach grade level goals
• Leading small group reading and math instruction
• Leading some whole group instruction
• Meet weekly with assistant teacher and grade level chair to discuss and reflect upon weekly objectives and monthly themes
• Observe Lead Teachers and Capital Teaching Residents for best practices
• Meet weekly with all Assistant Teachers to participate in professional development workshops
• Cover classes while Lead Teachers are participating in weekly grade level meetings
• Assist Lead Teachers with the classroom's daily preparations which may include, but are not limited to:
  • Materials preparation (copying, lamination, sorting, cutting, pasting, etc.)
  • Assistance with delivery and cleanup of breakfast, lunch and snack
  • Helping with monthly open houses
• Attend professional development sessions which may include, but are not limited to:
  • Monthly sessions with School Leader
  • Weekly meetings with Lead Teacher
  • Daily feedback on lessons from Lead Teacher
  • Observation feedback from school leader
  • In-school professional development sessions and workshops
• The ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Additional responsibilities may arise during the school year. They will be communicated to all Assistant Teachers with as much notice and flexibility as possible.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or General Education Development Certificate (Required)
• Bachelor's degree (Preferred)
• Minimum of one year of experience working directly with children (Required)
• Commitment to working with underserved students (Required)
• Experience teaching in an urban school (Preferred)
• Demonstrate a passion for working with young children and dedicated to doing whatever it takes to provide the best education possible to the students of KIPP DC.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Must be energetic, collaborative, reliable, flexible and integrity-driven
• Strong communication skills in order to ensure effective, positive interactions with their teaching team, staff, families, and children

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

KIPP DC offers an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package:

• Salaries for staff are competitive with added compensation for KIPP DC's extended day and year, along with additional bonuses. Teacher compensation details can be viewed on our website .
• KIPP DC offers an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package. Read below or visit our website for our teacher compensation scales and other benefits.
• KIPP DC also offers its employees a 403(b) retirement account with employer contributions and matches vesting after three years.
• All employees who use public transit are eligible for pre-tax deductions for transportation costs through a partnership with WMATA
• Teachers are provided with a laptop computer for work and access to a discounted cell phone plan for staff/student/parent calls.
• Teachers have access to KIPP DC's additional development and enrichment opportunities such as RELAY's Masters of Arts in Teaching program, Special Education Fellowship, School Culture Champion Grants, Classroom Innovation Grants, and various fellowship and pilot programs launched each year
• KIPP DC has various support programs in place during the pandemic, including extended sick leave and robust health and safety protocols and training programs

To Apply:

Please apply immediately, as applications are accepted and roles are filled on a rolling basis. All interested applicants should visit https://www.kippdc.org/join-our-team/apply-now/ . For questions or issues with your application, please contact careers@kippdc.org .

KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against, or tolerate discrimination against, employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race, color, national origin, immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal, DC, state, or local law), religion, sex

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