KIPP Capital Region Public Schools
Social Studies/Science Lead Teacher - Middle (Immediate)
KIPP Capital Region Public Schools, Albany, New York, United States
Overview
Social Studies/Science Lead Teacher - Middle (Immediate) at KIPP Capital Region Public Schools. Location: Albany and Troy, NY. Grade levels
6th Grade Social Studies 7th Grade Science Responsibilities
Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and assess students’ progress Develop academically rigorous lessons, create 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 Work collaboratively with your school team and those across KIPP Capital Region Help develop school-wide culture that best 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 the school’s values, student management policies and culture 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 themselves available to students, parents and other staff members Pursue challenging professional goals each year Be willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues to create a professional working atmosphere Participate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year Performs 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 Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods were spent sitting 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 by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus Read, write, and speak English fluently Stand, walk, sit, type, handle or feel objects, 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 Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 20 pounds Compensation and Benefits
Salary range: $56,000 – $76,669 annually $5,000 STEM Sign On Bonus 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) Employee Benefits Summary available for more details About KIPP Capital Region
KIPP Capital Region is 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. We are located in Albany and Troy, NY, serving 2,500+ students in grades K-12 across seven schools. We are committed to anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all stakeholders to participate in this work to create a future without limits for our students, together. Location
Albany, NY
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Social Studies/Science Lead Teacher - Middle (Immediate) at KIPP Capital Region Public Schools. Location: Albany and Troy, NY. Grade levels
6th Grade Social Studies 7th Grade Science Responsibilities
Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and assess students’ progress Develop academically rigorous lessons, create 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 Work collaboratively with your school team and those across KIPP Capital Region Help develop school-wide culture that best 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 the school’s values, student management policies and culture 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 themselves available to students, parents and other staff members Pursue challenging professional goals each year Be willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues to create a professional working atmosphere Participate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year Performs 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 Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods were spent sitting 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 by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus Read, write, and speak English fluently Stand, walk, sit, type, handle or feel objects, 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 Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 20 pounds Compensation and Benefits
Salary range: $56,000 – $76,669 annually $5,000 STEM Sign On Bonus 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) Employee Benefits Summary available for more details About KIPP Capital Region
KIPP Capital Region is 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. We are located in Albany and Troy, NY, serving 2,500+ students in grades K-12 across seven schools. We are committed to anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all stakeholders to participate in this work to create a future without limits for our students, together. Location
Albany, NY
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