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KIPP New Jersey

26-27 Elementary School Teacher

KIPP New Jersey, Paterson, New Jersey, us, 07544

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Overview

KIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized “Knowledge Is Power Program” network of free, open‑enrollment, college‑preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. Since 2002 the network has grown to educate students in grades K‑12 across 18 schools in Newark, Camden, and Paterson. More than 90% of KIPP New Jersey students currently qualify for free or reduced meals. Responsibilities

Create, internalize, modify, and prepare lesson plans in accordance with academic curriculum, working closely with the grade level team. Use data to responsively teach to mastery of academic skills. Work closely with students, families, and colleagues to create an environment that is supportive of student progress. Reinforce a firm foundation for all classes and uphold classroom management techniques. Help with diagnostic and progress monitoring testing across the school. Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies to ensure all students meet the learning objectives. Update student performance trackers and use data to help guide your lesson plans. Participate in school, departmental, and parent meetings. Participate in school events, activities programs both during and outside of regular class instruction hours. Qualifications

A belief in every student’s limitless potential. A track record of success in the classroom. Subject matter expertise. A demonstrated interest in working with students from diverse economic and cultural backgrounds. A collaborative attitude towards teaching and learning. A record of exceptional student achievement and results at a high‑performing charter network/charter management organization. A belief that all students deserve a world‑class education which can be achieved through education reform. Certification Requirements

To be eligible for hire, all general education teaching candidates must meet the following criteria. Hold a valid teaching certification in NJ –or– Meet the GPA requirement: Graduated after September 2016:

Bachelor’s or master’s GPA on a conferred degree that is ≥ 3.0 –or– Bachelor’s or master’s GPA on a conferred degree that is between 2.75 and 3.0 AND demonstrate that you have passed all required Praxis exams with a +10% passing score (super scores).

Graduated before September 2016:

Bachelor’s or master’s GPA on a conferred degree that is ≥ 2.75.

Benefits

Robust benefits that include medical, dental, and vision. Participation in the New Jersey Teachers Pension and Annuity Fund, provided appropriate teacher certification. Optional participation in the KIPP NJ 403b retirement plan, including matching contributions. School‑issued laptop. Transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into Newark from the New York City area. Generous time‑off including 3.5‑4 school vacation weeks (depending on the year), allocated sick and personal days, and an extended summer break. Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave for primary caregivers. Employer‑paid life insurance. Extensive optional ancillary benefits including short‑term and long‑term disability and accident and hospital indemnity. Salary and Performance Pay

KIPP NJ offers a competitive salary range of $65,000–$103,000+ for teacher positions with additional opportunities for earning up to $7,000 annually in performance‑based pay. Equal Opportunity Statement

Our organization is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our organization will make a reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the organization. No questions on this application are asked for any unlawful purpose.

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