Elementary School Art Teacher

Job Title

Art Teacher

Location

Huntington Park/Southeast LA

What You'll Do

Teach the knowledge and skills, nurture the confidence and character, and inspire the passion needed for our students to achieve their goals, live their best lives, and positively impact the world. Value and draw upon students' experiences and backgrounds. Utilize a variety of instructional strategies based on the diverse needs of all the students that engage all students. Develop and administer a variety of assessments to measure students' growth towards goals and to monitor students mastery of the content standards. Analyze informal and formal student assessment results and use this information to drive and inform instruction. Communicate and collaborate professionally with teammates, parents, and community members. Implement classroom management techniques to create a nurturing and structured classroom environment and structure. Maintain high expectations for students academic achievement and conduct. Other duties as assigned by school administration.

You'll Be Qualified If You Have

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning. Passing score on the California Basic Skills Test (CBEST) or basic skills equivalency. Valid preliminary or CLEAR teaching credential appropriate to role (Strong preference but not required).

Joining KIPP SoCal Means the Following

Working at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberation. Spending time with students and families in the best communities of LA, Compton, and San Diego. Support and care from fellow teachers, administrators, and regional team members. Ongoing professional development and coaching from a school site manager. Creation of an individualized credentialing plan with top-notch support from our dedicated Talent Team.

Benefits & Compensation

Very competitive and transparent compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package. 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the cost. Employer paid KIPP SoCal life insurance. 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal. Voluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, Pet Insurance, etc.). Generous time off program includes 22 holidays and sick leave. Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, tuition reimbursement for dependents, etc.)

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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