Middle School Social Studies Teacher
- 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
- 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
- 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
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| Location | St. Louis, Missouri, Midwest, USA |
| Start Date | September 2019 |
| Eligible Candidates | Licensed Teacher |
| Student Level | Elementary, Middle School |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Job Benefits
At KIPP St. Louis we take care of our employees. We provide competitive salaries, and a full slate of benefits including $0 deductible medical coverage, dental, vision, and, life insurance, short term disability and an optional 403b as a supplement to our retirement pension program. Perks include a laptop computer, eligibility for yearly performance-based bonuses, and a plethora of professional development opportunities. Benefits are subject to change year to year. |
Qualifications and Requirements
| Education Required | Bachelor |
| Additional School Requirements | |
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