Middle School ELA Teacher

Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy

Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy is an open-enrollment, public charter school serving K through 8th grades. The mission of Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy will be to create a safe, healthy, and student-centered learning environment that cultivates the knowledge, skills, and competence in computer science necessary for academic excellence, STEM careers, and character development.

Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy's vision is to prepare students for high school, college, and competitive career opportunities through an innovative approach, computer science education for all, and a challenging STEM-focused curriculum with the goal of empowering students to become productive and responsible citizens. Our mission and vision are essential to driving our students' success. Furthermore, we recognize a need for a pathway to academic excellence and a STEM-focused curriculum with computer science education that will increase future college and job opportunities for a population of students who are historically underserved.

Why Kenilworth?

• We believe being a teacher also means making a difference in a child's life. You will make a difference at Kenilworth!
• Kenilworth teachers get unlimited support. Their only focus should be on educating their students, not worrying about limited resources.
• Kenilworth provides teachers with opportunities to grow. Teachers are part of the leadership team and the decision-making process.
• At Kenilworth, teachers don't teach "blind." They have all the necessary equipment and resources to give effective, data-driven instruction.

Kenilworth teachers are expected to be professional, positive, and dedicated

• Our teachers are expected to be professional, which includes being punctual; ethical; professionally dressed; and respectful of students, parents, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Kenilworth teachers must be willing to accept feedback, attend all professional development opportunities, make use of data to guide instruction, submit complete lesson plans on time and take responsibility for his/her students' results.
• Kenilworth hires teachers with a positive attitude, which includes believing in their students, having high expectations of students, being a problem-solver, being passionate, and enthusiastic about work.
• Kenilworth teachers maintain a calm, orderly, and clean classroom environment, support their colleagues & school management, and embrace change.
• Kenilworth teachers must be accessible outside of the school, must support students with extracurricular activities, are willing to provide after school tutoring, small group instruction, teach at Saturday and Summer School, attend all events.
• Kenilworth teachers must love their students and be willing to make a difference in their lives.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering lessons: This involves creating lesson plans and teaching a variety of subjects, including reading, writing, math, science, and social studies.
• Assessing student learning: This includes giving tests and assignments, grading papers, and evaluating student progress over time.
• Creating a positive and safe learning environment: This involves maintaining a classroom that is conducive to learning, establishing clear expectations and rules, and managing student behavior.
• Communicating with parents and other stakeholders: This includes holding parent-teacher conferences, keeping parents informed about their child's progress, and working with other teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure student success.
• Differentiating instruction: This involves adapting lessons to meet the needs of individual students, including those with special needs.
• Using technology: This involves incorporating technology into lessons, including the use of computers, tablets, and other digital resources.
• Supporting student social and emotional development: This involves helping students develop healthy relationships, good communication skills, and a positive sense of self-esteem.
• Continuing professional development: This involves attending workshops, conferences, and other training opportunities to stay up-to-date with the latest teaching practices and advancements in education
• Participating in school-wide activities and initiatives: This may include attending staff meetings, serving on committees, and supporting school-wide programs and initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution required
• Experience in a K-12 classroom setting strongly preferred
• State certification is required (If not certified, a high level of content-area proficiency and eligibility to get certified)

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to navigate web-related applications and technology
• Ability to instruct students using a variety of technology applications and platforms.
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior.

Benefits

• Up to $60K starting salary
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance – 100% paid
• 5% contribution to 403b Retirement Plan
• Merit-based pay
• Extra compensation for after school, Saturday and summer school.