KIPP Public Schools Northern California is hiring: *Elective Teacher (Art, Music

Position Summary

Our teachers play a key role in bringing to life the academic and cultural visions of our schools. This includes daily lesson planning, intentional curriculum design, and regular data analysis to help all students learn and grow. Our teachers also implement Social Emotional Learning lessons and Restorative Practices to create a joyful, inclusive classroom community.

Responsibilities

1. Teach with Purpose: Our teachers play a key role in bringing to life the academic and cultural visions of our schools.
2. Support and Collaboration: Our teachers work closely with the school’s Leadership Team, including their Instructional Coach, to ensure students are learning and growing.
3. Commitment to Anti-Racism: We are committed to creating an anti-racist school community.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

• Experience as an educator teaching students with similar demographics to our KIPP Public Schools Northern California student community.

Education:

• Hold a B.A/B.S degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Meet one of the following eligibility requirements:
• Hold a valid teaching credential in the desired subject or
• Eligibility for a Provisional Internship Permit, or
• Eligibility for a Short Term Staff Permit.

Knowledge/skills required:

• Commitment to KIPP mission and vision.
• Commitment to being an anti-racist educator.
• Believe all students can achieve at the highest academic levels.
• Possess strong content area knowledge.
• Strong skills building relationships with students, families, and communities.
• Communicate well with students, families, and colleagues.
• Have proficient knowledge of Google Suite applications (Google Classroom, Hangout, Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.).
• Have the ability to learn and utilize instructional technology to support in-class and distance learning when needed (i.e. Zoom, Nearpod).

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Daily lesson planning and long term planning using curriculum and resources to align with KIPP’s academic vision and goals.
• Analyze data regularly to identify student academic trends and inform instructional practices.
• Maintain a positive, warm, inclusive, rigorous, and engaging classroom environment.
• Implement culturally responsive classroom management strategies.
• Communicate regularly with staff, students, families, and other key stakeholders.
• Attend and engage in weekly Professional Development and other Communities of Practice.
• Update student records regularly, including attendance, grades, behavior data, etc.

Physical, Mental and Environmental Demands

Physical: Ability to navigate school and classroom settings. Ability to access and utilize technology. Occasional lifting/carrying of equipment 1-20 lbs.

Mental: Stress of deadlines and normal work standards, ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives.

Environmental: School and classroom environment subject to constant interruptions and distractions.

Classification

This is a full-time, exempt position on a school year calendar cycle, located at our school sites.

About KIPP Public Schools Northern California

We are a thriving nonprofit network of free, public charter schools open to all students. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond.

Compensation

KIPP Northern California is dedicated to you and your family's well-being! We offer a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking apply on this page.

Questions? Email: teach@kippnorcal.org

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