English Language Arts Teacher

The Teacher is the instructional leader of their classroom and is directly responsible for driving student outcomes and creating an exceptional student experience. Teachers drive the educational mission of KIPP Colorado schools by developing rigorous, engaging, affirming, grade-level and culturally-sustaining instruction that prepares students for multiple post-secondary opportunities, and is aligned with our academic program. The Teacher plans instruction, organizes learning activities, internalizes and intellectually prepares for lessons, grades equitably and consistently, and implements with fidelity all accommodations and modifications for students’ IEPs, BIP’s, 504 Plans, ALPs, and MTSS interventions, supporting the individuality and multifaceted nature of all our students. The Teacher at KIPP Colorado holds full responsibility for creating and cultivating a culturally responsive classroom community that is warm-demanding, including upholding school-wide expectations, managing tier 1 behaviors, and contacting families proactively and responsively. Teachers support the campus-wide community and whole school systems through active presence at daily duties, including but not limited to: arrival duty, dismissal duty, lunch duty, threshold presence at transitions, hallway / bathroom duty, and coverage for staff absences. The position is a 10-month academic position and is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position reports to a member of the school leadership team. Requirements Bachelor's degree (required) Spanish bilingual (preferred) Ability and willingness to fulfill all state and federal guidelines to meet Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) criteria (required) At least 2 years of teaching experience (highly preferred but not required) Ability to participate in specific, pre-planned and required events/activities as directed by the school, including but not limited to before or after-school, evening, and weekend meetings and events (required) A full understanding of KIPP and Commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience (more about that HERE ) (required) Commitment to and experience with youth of various cultural and economic backgrounds Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail; outstanding written and oral communication skills Ability to manage the ambiguity and multiple priorities inherent in an entrepreneurial environment Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative and teamworkStrong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one’s work Multi-faceted, multi-skilled, resourceful and willing to do whatever it takes to help the school reach a level of academic excellence High level of detail orientation and sound excellent organizational skills Strong communication, feedback and facilitation skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong communicator with a professional demeanor, strong self-confidence and initiative Entrepreneurial mindset, with the creativity and versatility to work productively in a fast-paced environment Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with a proven ability to meet and complete multiple deadlines and tasks with meticulous attention to detail Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop productive working relationships with stakeholders across functional and organizational lines Passionate commitment to KIPP Colorado mission, RIDE commitments, values and a commitment to excellence Core Competencies Demonstrates strong instructional leadership by developing culturally-sustaining instruction and effectively managing diverse classroom environments. Committed to fostering an exceptional student experience while adhering to educational guidelines and standards. Highest-signal resume keywords Bachelor's Degree Spanish Bilingual Teaching Experience Commitment to KIPP Mission Organizational Skills ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Instructional Planning IEP Implementation Behavior Management Culturally-Sustaining Instruction Grade-Level Instruction Soft Skills Communication Skills Problem-Solving Skills Teamwork Attention to Detail Interpersonal Skills Industry Keywords Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) KIPP Culturally Responsive Classroom MTSS Interventions 504 Plans #J-18808-Ljbffr