KIPP Texas Public Schools
High School English Teacher (25-26)
KIPP Texas Public Schools, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Overview
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KIPP Texas Public Schools . About KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Our mission is to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose — college, career, and beyond — so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more fair world. KIPP Texas Public Schools is a year-round employer that seeks a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unwavering belief that every child will succeed. We are committed to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in collaboration, academic success and joy. Role describes a Teacher responsible for delivering exceptional instruction, assessing student growth, and providing academic and cultural support to the school and team. Role Responsibilities
Instructional Delivery and Assessment
Develop year-long Texas State standards-based unit plans and lesson plans that meet all students’ learning needs. Use assessment data to modify short and long-term plans to promote all students’ academic performance. Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of constant improvement.
Academic and Cultural Support
Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor. Establish and maintain working relationships with students and families based on trust and respect. Participate in daily school functions such as morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties. Attend critical school events such as staff meetings, open houses, and parent-teacher conferences. Develop individualized learning plans for students and communicate these plans to families in meetings and conferences. Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate for level and/or subject area of assignment, if applicable* Demonstrated knowledge of core subject area assigned Must be considered highly-qualified based on NCLB guidelines, if applicable Satisfactory outcome of a background check. Employees are responsible for a non-refundable fingerprinting fee (approximately $50.00). A valid Texas Teacher’s certificate is required for all Pre-K4 and Special Education teaching positions. Proof of licensure will be required prior to starting employment. For more information about obtaining certification click here. Unwavering commitment to KIPP Texas mission, students, families, and community Strong record of helping students achieve academic success, primarily with students in educationally underserved communities Strong desire to teach an academically intense curriculum and commit to an extended school day, week, and year Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a teacher and professional; offer and receive constructive feedback Willingness to be flexible and to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Texas students Compensation And Benefits
The starting salary for this role is $59,000 with the opportunity to earn more based on experience at an accredited K-12 institution. As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas’ benefit plans, including: Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies. Paid parental leave. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, inclusive of virtual physician visits. High deductible health plan with HSA also offered. Employee assistance programs. Participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS). 457 Roth retirement plan option with KIPP matching contribution up to $1,200 a year. 403b plans also supported. KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance. Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA. Additional Information
KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. Additional Compensation Elements
The Teacher Career Pathway (TCP) at KIPP Texas celebrates individual teacher impact with students, peers, and the school community, and rewards this impact with up to $15,000 in additional annual compensation. KIPP Texas Public Schools is a TEA Teacher Incentive Allotment approved district. Eligible and qualifying teachers can earn up to an additional $32,000 a year. Employment type: Full-time; Seniority level: Not Applicable; Job function: Education; Industries: Primary and Secondary Education.
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High School English Teacher (25-26)
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KIPP Texas Public Schools . About KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Our mission is to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose — college, career, and beyond — so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more fair world. KIPP Texas Public Schools is a year-round employer that seeks a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unwavering belief that every child will succeed. We are committed to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in collaboration, academic success and joy. Role describes a Teacher responsible for delivering exceptional instruction, assessing student growth, and providing academic and cultural support to the school and team. Role Responsibilities
Instructional Delivery and Assessment
Develop year-long Texas State standards-based unit plans and lesson plans that meet all students’ learning needs. Use assessment data to modify short and long-term plans to promote all students’ academic performance. Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of constant improvement.
Academic and Cultural Support
Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor. Establish and maintain working relationships with students and families based on trust and respect. Participate in daily school functions such as morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties. Attend critical school events such as staff meetings, open houses, and parent-teacher conferences. Develop individualized learning plans for students and communicate these plans to families in meetings and conferences. Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate for level and/or subject area of assignment, if applicable* Demonstrated knowledge of core subject area assigned Must be considered highly-qualified based on NCLB guidelines, if applicable Satisfactory outcome of a background check. Employees are responsible for a non-refundable fingerprinting fee (approximately $50.00). A valid Texas Teacher’s certificate is required for all Pre-K4 and Special Education teaching positions. Proof of licensure will be required prior to starting employment. For more information about obtaining certification click here. Unwavering commitment to KIPP Texas mission, students, families, and community Strong record of helping students achieve academic success, primarily with students in educationally underserved communities Strong desire to teach an academically intense curriculum and commit to an extended school day, week, and year Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a teacher and professional; offer and receive constructive feedback Willingness to be flexible and to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Texas students Compensation And Benefits
The starting salary for this role is $59,000 with the opportunity to earn more based on experience at an accredited K-12 institution. As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas’ benefit plans, including: Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies. Paid parental leave. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, inclusive of virtual physician visits. High deductible health plan with HSA also offered. Employee assistance programs. Participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS). 457 Roth retirement plan option with KIPP matching contribution up to $1,200 a year. 403b plans also supported. KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance. Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA. Additional Information
KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. Additional Compensation Elements
The Teacher Career Pathway (TCP) at KIPP Texas celebrates individual teacher impact with students, peers, and the school community, and rewards this impact with up to $15,000 in additional annual compensation. KIPP Texas Public Schools is a TEA Teacher Incentive Allotment approved district. Eligible and qualifying teachers can earn up to an additional $32,000 a year. Employment type: Full-time; Seniority level: Not Applicable; Job function: Education; Industries: Primary and Secondary Education.
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