Company Description
About Us:KIPP is a national network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools in educationally underserved communities. Over 100,000 students attend one of the 242 KIPP schools that operate in 31 regions across the United States. KIPP Philadelphia Schools Public Schools (KPPS) is a part of the national KIPP network and currently leads six schools serving approximately 2,400 students in North and West Philadelphia. By 2030, KPPS will lead ten schools serving approximately 4,000 students.

Our Mission:Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue the paths they choose-college, career, and beyond-so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Job Description
Position Overview
Elementary Math Tutors support robust learning opportunities for elementary students as they transition back to full-time, in-person learning this school year and tackle unfinished learning in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Math Tutors support students in mastering math concepts and skills by leading instruction (using provided curricula) in small groups. Math Tutors are part-time employees who dedicate about 12.5 hours per week (1:00-3:30 daily) and they report directly to the Learning Extension Program Manager. This opportunity starts immediately and will run through mid-June 2023.

Key Responsibilities
● Provide high quality math tutoring to a subset of 3rdand 4thgraders during the school day in small groups

● Create a warm, welcoming, organized, and comfortable learning environment

● Provide general supervision and support for children, answering questions, offering guidance, and ensuring safety and security procedures are followed

● Implement provided lessons and approaches with fidelity

● Monitor and track student progress, including entering assessment and other learning data

● Attend and participate in a monthly team meeting and scheduled trainings throughout the year

● Communicate with the LEPM on a regular basis

● Adhere to KPPS policies and site-specific emergency protocols

● Other relevant duties as assigned by the LEPM

Qualifications
Qualifications & Credentials

• Love and see the high potential of all children
• Passion for seeing students learn and grow, and commitment to supporting students in tackling unfinishedlearning
• Two or more years in school or youth-centered settings strongly preferred, either as a classroom teacher,instructional staff member, or before/after school personnel
• Comfort and confidence with elementary math topics
• Supremely organized and flexible (day to day operations may change)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while maintaining communication with school staff
• Reliability and dependability
• Fluency with Google Suite
• Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks
  • PA State Police Clearance
    
  • PA Child Abuse Clearance
    
  • Cogent Federal Fingerprinting
    

Additional Information
Compensation

• Math Tutors with a high school diploma are compensated at $18.00 to $20.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)
  
• Math Tutors who are currently high school students are compensated at $15.00 per hour
  

Note To Applicants
KIPP Philadelphia Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Employees are selected on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.