Elementary School Art Teacher

KIPP SoCal Public Schools

🇺🇸 United States

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48 months ago

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48 months ago

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Who We AreKIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life. MissionTogether 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 create a more just world. What We DoAt KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.
You Should Apply If You love building lasting relationships with students, creating inspiring and engaging lessons, and growing as an educator and a teammate. We love our elective teachers, especially our art teachers. We're looking for someone with a Preliminary or CLEAR art credential if possible, but would also consider a credentialed multiple subject teacher who has excelled at teaching art or has an art background. Location: Huntington Park/Southeast LA

What You'll Do

Teach the knowledge and skills, nurture the confidence and character, and inspire the passion needed for our students to achieve their goals, live their best lives, and positively impact the world
Value and draw upon students’ experiences and backgrounds
Utilize a variety of instructional strategies based on the diverse needs of all the students that engage all students
Develop and administer a variety of assessments to measure students’ growth towards goals and to monitor students mastery of the content standards
Analyze informal and formal student assessment results and use this information to drive and inform instruction
Communicate and collaborate professionally with teammates, parents, and community members
Implement classroom management techniques to create a nurturing and structured classroom environment and structure
Maintain high expectations for students academic achievement and conduct
Other duties as assigned by school administration

You'll Be Qualified If You Have

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning
Passing score on the California Basic Skills Test (CBEST) or basic skills equivalency
Valid preliminary or CLEAR teaching credential appropriate to role (Strong preference but not required)

Joining KIPP SoCal Means the Following

Working at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberation
Spending time with students and families in the best communities of LA, Compton, and San Diego
Support and care from fellow teachers, administrators, and regional team members
Ongoing professional development and coaching from a school site manager
Creation of an individualized credentialing plan with top-notch support from our dedicated Talent Team

Benefits & Compensation

Verycompetitive and transparent compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package
100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the cost
Employer paid KIPP SoCal life insurance
401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
Voluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, Pet Insurance, etc.)
Generous time off program includes 22 holidays and sick leave
Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, tuition reimbursement for dependents, etc.)

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website,http://www.kippsocal.org/. Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process. By submitting this application, I certify that all information I have provided — in this application and in any related materials, including my resume, cover letter, and interview responses — is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that KIPP SoCal Public Schools relies on this information in making hiring decisions. I acknowledge that any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission may result in rescission of an offer of employment or, if I have already been hired, termination of employment, regardless of when the inaccuracy is discovered.

Elementary School Art Teacher · KIPP SoCal Public Schools

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