KIPP St. Louis
8th Grade Math Teacher - KIPP Inspire Academy
KIPP St. Louis, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
8th Grade Math Teacher – KIPP Inspire Academy
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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.
At present, KIPP St. Louis educates over 2,000 students and, at full growth, will educate nearly 3,600 students, including hundreds of alumni. Our network consists of two middle schools, three elementary schools, and a high school.
Job Description : Working at KIPP Inspire Academy, you’re an enthusiastic educator who stokes the academic interests of students. You love math and may have struggled with it at school, but you want to show your students how math affects them every day. You’re creating a space where they feel comfortable making mistakes, asking questions, and excelling in school. The Middle School Math Teacher is responsible for creating an engaging and supportive learning environment that fosters mathematical understanding and problem‑solving skills while catering to the developmental needs of middle school students.
Position Type : Full‑time, Exempt, 10 months
Start Date : Immediate
On a day-to-day basis, you can look forward to the following:
Curriculum Development and Instruction
Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards‑aligned curriculum
Develop academically rigorous lessons, unit plans, rubrics, and assessments
Use data to inform instructional decisions
Provide students with daily feedback on performance and plan for individual learning needs
Help Build a Positive School and Classroom Culture
Embody and maintain the 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
Job‑Based Requirements
Operate a computer and office equipment on a daily basis
Occasional moderate lifting, pushing, and pulling
Maintain emotional control under stress
Interpret policy, procedures, and data
Communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education or related content area (REQUIRED)
Valid Missouri Teacher Certification, Missouri Substitute Certification, or willingness to become certified ASAP (REQUIRED)
Pass Criminal Background Check
Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap
Benefits We provide the following:
$0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision, and dental.
Employer‑paid short‑term disability.
$50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee.
Retirement plan through PSRSSL with a 12% match and an optional 403(b) as a supplement to our pension program.
Employee Recognition: When we succeed together, we celebrate together with our annual Heart Awards.
Public Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employer.
Longevity bonuses: 2, 5, and 10‑year financial rewards.
Generous time off:
Paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military‑related leave.
Paid parental leave for new families.
Paid holidays, as well as a one‑week Thanksgiving break, a two‑week winter break, a week‑long spring break.
Wellness days and Fabulous Fridays (leave at 1:30 pm on Friday every other month).
Ongoing professional development opportunities:
Weekly coaching sessions.
Weekly school‑based professional development.
Five in‑person PD days during the year for all KIPP St. Louis teachers.
KIPP St. Louis is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all our students, families, teachers, staff, and community members. 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.
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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.
At present, KIPP St. Louis educates over 2,000 students and, at full growth, will educate nearly 3,600 students, including hundreds of alumni. Our network consists of two middle schools, three elementary schools, and a high school.
Job Description : Working at KIPP Inspire Academy, you’re an enthusiastic educator who stokes the academic interests of students. You love math and may have struggled with it at school, but you want to show your students how math affects them every day. You’re creating a space where they feel comfortable making mistakes, asking questions, and excelling in school. The Middle School Math Teacher is responsible for creating an engaging and supportive learning environment that fosters mathematical understanding and problem‑solving skills while catering to the developmental needs of middle school students.
Position Type : Full‑time, Exempt, 10 months
Start Date : Immediate
On a day-to-day basis, you can look forward to the following:
Curriculum Development and Instruction
Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards‑aligned curriculum
Develop academically rigorous lessons, unit plans, rubrics, and assessments
Use data to inform instructional decisions
Provide students with daily feedback on performance and plan for individual learning needs
Help Build a Positive School and Classroom Culture
Embody and maintain the 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
Job‑Based Requirements
Operate a computer and office equipment on a daily basis
Occasional moderate lifting, pushing, and pulling
Maintain emotional control under stress
Interpret policy, procedures, and data
Communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education or related content area (REQUIRED)
Valid Missouri Teacher Certification, Missouri Substitute Certification, or willingness to become certified ASAP (REQUIRED)
Pass Criminal Background Check
Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap
Benefits We provide the following:
$0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision, and dental.
Employer‑paid short‑term disability.
$50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee.
Retirement plan through PSRSSL with a 12% match and an optional 403(b) as a supplement to our pension program.
Employee Recognition: When we succeed together, we celebrate together with our annual Heart Awards.
Public Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employer.
Longevity bonuses: 2, 5, and 10‑year financial rewards.
Generous time off:
Paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military‑related leave.
Paid parental leave for new families.
Paid holidays, as well as a one‑week Thanksgiving break, a two‑week winter break, a week‑long spring break.
Wellness days and Fabulous Fridays (leave at 1:30 pm on Friday every other month).
Ongoing professional development opportunities:
Weekly coaching sessions.
Weekly school‑based professional development.
Five in‑person PD days during the year for all KIPP St. Louis teachers.
KIPP St. Louis is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all our students, families, teachers, staff, and community members. 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.
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