KIPP St. Louis Public Schools
Long-Term Substitute (25.26 School Year)
KIPP St. Louis Public Schools, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Description
Job Description Company Description
Who we are : KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis City. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission, vision, and equity statement. Mission:
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—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Vision : Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. KIPP St. Louis currently educates over 2,000 students and at full growth, we will educate nearly 3,600 students and hundreds of alumni. Today, our St. Louis network consists of two middle schools, three elementary schools, and a high school. Job Description
Long-term substitutes (LTS) are regional employees who are assigned to KIPP St. Louis Schools based on school needs and are assigned to a school for six to twelve weeks before being reassigned to another school if needed. LTS provide instructional coverage for a teacher absent for an extended period. The LTS will work the regular hours of the absent classroom teacher during his/her absence and perform teacher duties. Position Type:
Full-time, Non-Exempt, Hourly, TEMPORARY (per school district needs) On a day-to-day basis, you can look forward to the following: Teach a challenging college preparatory curriculum that addresses the current academic levels of students, is standards-aligned, and promotes critical thinking
Demonstrate knowledge of grade-level standards, benchmarks, and curriculum as well as proficiency in lesson planning and unit design
Design assessments and use data daily and weekly to drive instructional practices and provide students with feedback on their progress; regularly grade student work
Enforce and uphold school’s values, policies, and culture
Engage in frequent and open collaboration and communication with colleagues around lesson planning, instructional observations, and student data
Seek out and respond to coaching to increase capacity to run an effective classroom that promotes high levels of student achievement
Communicate regularly with families about the progress of students and remain available to students and families in the evening
Build strong relationships and positive rapport with students, families, and colleagues
Actively participate in weekly staff development activities and meetings
Other duties as assigned by the school leadership team
Help Build a Positive School and Classroom Culture Embody and maintain school’s values, policies, and culture
Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff
Establish and maintain strong communication with all parents and share progress
Effectively supervise and manage a classroom of up to 30 students
Show up for critical school events, including staff meetings, open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and more
Demonstrate a Growth Mindset Pursue challenging professional goals each year
Give and receive positive and constructive feedback from your colleagues
Participate in school-wide and individual professional development ( REQUIRED )
School-Based Staff must have the ability to... Operate a computer and office equipment daily
Occasional moderate lifting, pushing, and pulling
Maintain emotional control under stress
Interpret policy, procedures, and data
Communicate effectively (verbal and written)
This job
posting/description
may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Physical Demands/Mental
Demands/Environmental
Factors Frequently positions self to interact with students inside and outside of the classroom
Must be able to observe students inside the classroom and school building, as well as outside
Daily operation of a computer and classroom equipment
Occasional moderate lifting
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Frequent, prolonged, and irregular hours of duty
Maintain emotional control under stress
Interprets policy, procedures, and data
Occasionally, endure inclement weather conditions to provide for student safety
Qualifications
What you bring to the table: 60 college credits and Missouri Substitute Certification (required)
Bachelor’s degree and Missouri Substitute Certification (preferred)
Experience substituting or working with the youth (preferred)
A passion for teaching in the city of St. Louis
Dedication to helping children grow and learn
Additional Information
What we bring to the table: Compensation: $200/day ($25/hour) and must have a Missouri Substitute Certification ***Please note that as a Long-Term Substitute, you are only paid for the days you work. There are no paid holidays or paid breaks. In addition, you are not paid for any unexpected snow days or school closure days. Benefits:
If consecutively employed during a probationary period of 90 days, team members will receive the option to elect our substitute gold benefits package (for employee only), consisting of a $0 deductible in medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Job Description Company Description
Who we are : KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis City. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission, vision, and equity statement. Mission:
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—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Vision : Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. KIPP St. Louis currently educates over 2,000 students and at full growth, we will educate nearly 3,600 students and hundreds of alumni. Today, our St. Louis network consists of two middle schools, three elementary schools, and a high school. Job Description
Long-term substitutes (LTS) are regional employees who are assigned to KIPP St. Louis Schools based on school needs and are assigned to a school for six to twelve weeks before being reassigned to another school if needed. LTS provide instructional coverage for a teacher absent for an extended period. The LTS will work the regular hours of the absent classroom teacher during his/her absence and perform teacher duties. Position Type:
Full-time, Non-Exempt, Hourly, TEMPORARY (per school district needs) On a day-to-day basis, you can look forward to the following: Teach a challenging college preparatory curriculum that addresses the current academic levels of students, is standards-aligned, and promotes critical thinking
Demonstrate knowledge of grade-level standards, benchmarks, and curriculum as well as proficiency in lesson planning and unit design
Design assessments and use data daily and weekly to drive instructional practices and provide students with feedback on their progress; regularly grade student work
Enforce and uphold school’s values, policies, and culture
Engage in frequent and open collaboration and communication with colleagues around lesson planning, instructional observations, and student data
Seek out and respond to coaching to increase capacity to run an effective classroom that promotes high levels of student achievement
Communicate regularly with families about the progress of students and remain available to students and families in the evening
Build strong relationships and positive rapport with students, families, and colleagues
Actively participate in weekly staff development activities and meetings
Other duties as assigned by the school leadership team
Help Build a Positive School and Classroom Culture Embody and maintain school’s values, policies, and culture
Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff
Establish and maintain strong communication with all parents and share progress
Effectively supervise and manage a classroom of up to 30 students
Show up for critical school events, including staff meetings, open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and more
Demonstrate a Growth Mindset Pursue challenging professional goals each year
Give and receive positive and constructive feedback from your colleagues
Participate in school-wide and individual professional development ( REQUIRED )
School-Based Staff must have the ability to... Operate a computer and office equipment daily
Occasional moderate lifting, pushing, and pulling
Maintain emotional control under stress
Interpret policy, procedures, and data
Communicate effectively (verbal and written)
This job
posting/description
may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Physical Demands/Mental
Demands/Environmental
Factors Frequently positions self to interact with students inside and outside of the classroom
Must be able to observe students inside the classroom and school building, as well as outside
Daily operation of a computer and classroom equipment
Occasional moderate lifting
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Frequent, prolonged, and irregular hours of duty
Maintain emotional control under stress
Interprets policy, procedures, and data
Occasionally, endure inclement weather conditions to provide for student safety
Qualifications
What you bring to the table: 60 college credits and Missouri Substitute Certification (required)
Bachelor’s degree and Missouri Substitute Certification (preferred)
Experience substituting or working with the youth (preferred)
A passion for teaching in the city of St. Louis
Dedication to helping children grow and learn
Additional Information
What we bring to the table: Compensation: $200/day ($25/hour) and must have a Missouri Substitute Certification ***Please note that as a Long-Term Substitute, you are only paid for the days you work. There are no paid holidays or paid breaks. In addition, you are not paid for any unexpected snow days or school closure days. Benefits:
If consecutively employed during a probationary period of 90 days, team members will receive the option to elect our substitute gold benefits package (for employee only), consisting of a $0 deductible in medical, dental, and vision insurance.