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KIPP Capital Region (KIPP Albany Public Schools) in

Physics Lead Teacher - High School (Immediate)

KIPP Capital Region (KIPP Albany Public Schools) in, Albany, New York, United States

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KIPP Capital Region (KIPP Albany Public Schools)

Physics Lead Teacher - High School (Immediate) (Finance)

KIPP 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. We support every student and educator to see those gifts, 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 stakeholders to participate in this work so we can create a future without limits for our students, together.

Position Overview Grade(s):

9‑12 Subject:

Physics

Duties/Responsibilities Curriculum Development and Instruction

Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards‑aligned curriculum and assess students’ progress

Develop academically rigorous lessons, unit plans, rubrics, and assessments

Use data to inform instructional decisions

Provide students with daily feedback on mastery performance in character and academics and plan for individual learning needs

Demonstrate strong pedagogy

Commitment to School and Classroom Culture

Work collaboratively with the school team and across KIPP Capital Region

Help develop school‑wide culture that fits the needs of our students, teachers, and families

Attend and participate in all staff meetings and communicate openly with staff

Develop positive rapport with students

Create and foster a positive and calm learning environment

Enforce, uphold, and exhibit school values, student‑management policies and culture

Family Engagement

Establish and maintain strong communication lines with all parents and share progress

Be available for open houses, parent‑teacher conferences and other events involving parents

Make oneself available to students, parents and other staff members

Growth Mindset

Pursue challenging professional goals each year

Willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues to create a professional working environment conducive to change and improvement

Participate in school‑wide and individual professional development, including pre‑service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year (held during school hours)

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, required

Valid NYS Teaching Licensure or willingness to pursue state certification, required

Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a school educator, preferably in a charter or public school environment, preferred

Prior 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

Must be willing and able to take a Criminal History Background check

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods seated 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: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

The employee needs to read, write, and speak English fluently

While performing duties, 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 Information WORK PERKS

Industry‑leading medical, dental, and vision coverage

Aggressive employer 403(b) contribution match

Childcare benefits

Unparalleled work/life integration

Casual dress code

Relocation stipend (conditions apply)

And so much more! For more information on the benefits of joining KIPP Capital Region, please view our Employee Benefits Summary.

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KIPP Capital Region offers a competitive salary ranging from

$56,000 - $76,669

with a

$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.

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