Science Lead Teacher - Middle (Immediate & 26-27 SY)

Lead TeacherKIPP Capital Region is a part of a national network of high-performing public Charter Schools committed to creating joyful, academically excellent, and prepared students with the skills, ability, and confidence to pursue their paths to college, career, and beyond. Located in both Albany and Troy, NY, KIPP Capital Region serves 2,500+ students in grades K-12 across seven schools. We believe every individual walks through the doors of schools bearing gifts. Talent. Perspective. Drive. Inspiration. So at KIPP Capital Region, we support every student and educator to see those gifts, and then build the skills and confidence they need to thrive. We are committed to furthering anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all of our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students, together.Position OverviewGrade(s): 5th/6th - 8thThe Lead Teacher's role holds the primary responsibility for developing and implementing the curriculum, school culture, and the success of the school's students.Duties/ResponsibilitiesCurriculum Development and InstructionAdapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and assess students' progressDevelop academically rigorous lessons, create unit plans, rubrics and assessmentsUse data to inform instructional decisionsProvide students with daily feedback on mastery performance in character and academics and plan for individual learning needsDemonstrate strong pedagogyCommitment to School and Classroom CultureWork collaboratively with your school team and those across KIPP Capital RegionHelp develop school-wide culture that best fits the needs of our students, teachers and familiesAttend and participate in all staff meetings and communicate openly with staffDevelop positive rapport with studentsCreate and foster a positive and calm learning environmentEnforce, uphold, and exhibit school's values, student management policies and cultureFamily EngagementEstablish and maintain strong communication lines with all parents and share progressBe available for open houses, parent teacher conferences and other events involving parentsMake him/herself available to students, parents and other staff membersGrowth MindsetPursue challenging professional goals each yearWilling to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to change and improvementParticipate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year (held during school hours)Performs other duties as assignedQualificationsEducation and ExperienceBachelor's degree from an accredited College or University, requiredValid NYS Teaching Licensure or willingness to pursue state certification, requiredMinimum of two (2) years of experience as a school educator, preferably in a charter or public school environment, preferredPrior experience working in schools and urban communities is preferred but not required.Ability to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours.Aptitude to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives.Physical RequirementsProlonged periods were spent sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed.Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.The employee needs to read, write, and speak English fluently.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use fingers to type, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance; stoop/bend and reach, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk, hear.Dexterity requires writing and operating standard office machines such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, phones, and calculators.Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 20 pounds.Additional InformationWhen you join KIPP Capital Region, you are joining in on our promise to families that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies. We also promise that our students will develop a passion for learning and the drive necessary to persevere as they climb the mountain to and through college and career. Our graduates will be prepared to return to their community as teachers, leaders, and architects of continued growth in the Capital Region. And while the biggest perk to working at KIPP Capital Region is doing work that makes a lifelong difference in the lives of our students, you'll find that's not the only benefit we offer:Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision coverageAggressive employer 403(b) contribution matchChildcare benefitsUnparalleled work/life integrationCasual dress codeRelocation stipend (conditions apply)And so much more! For more information on the benefits of joining KIPP Capital Region, please view our Employee Benefits Summary.Learn More: KIPP Capital Region offers a competitive salary ranging from $56,000 - $76,669 plus $5,000 STEM Sign On Bonus.Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role and longevity within the KIPP network. KIPP Capital Region will evaluate and determine the step/level a new hire will be placed within our teacher salary scale at point of hire.All staff and educators at KIPP Capital Region 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. Learn more about what it's like to work at KIPP Capital Region: kippcapital.org/join-our-team/.This role is located at KIPP Capital Region schools in Albany, NY.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.