Together, a Future Without Limits
KIPP New Orleans Schools (KNOS) is a non-profit network of 13 college-preparatory, public charter schools serving 6,200 elementary, middle, and high school students. For over 15 years, we have a proven track record of preparing students for success in college, career, and beyond.
Our schools are part of the New Orleans public school system and enrollment is open to all students. As part of the national Knowledge Is Power Program (KIPP) network of 242 schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia, we are committed to partnering with students, families, and community to ensure that all children have the knowledge, skills and character they need to achieve their dreams while making the world a better place.
KIPP New Orleans strives to be an increasingly anti-racist organization, and we seek to intentionally uplift Black and Brown lives. We value an inclusive environment and believe in providing programming that acknowledges racial injustices, biases and our own identities.
At KNOS, teachers, students, and families are united around the same goal: building academically excellent schools & creating unlimited opportunities for every student in New Orleans. We believe that an excellent college-preparatory education will support students to be successful in the life path they choose.
At KIPP New Orleans Schools, we are grounded in 5 beliefs – Relentlessness, Equity, Achievement, Community and Hope. These 5 beliefs guide the work that we do to provide academically excellent schools and unlimited opportunity for every student in New Orleans.
Job Description KIPP New Orleans teachers are at the core of our mission to build academically excellent schools that create unlimited opportunity for all students.
If you firmly believe that all students can learn, if you have a proven willingness to do whatever it takes to drive student achievement, if you thrive in an environment that is both collaborative and entrepreneurial, and if you are eager to work alongside passionate educators committed to creating an equitable and inclusive school environment, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities • Teach students in a high quality, engaging way and be prepared to do whatever it takes for students to excel
• Create and foster a positive learning environment and exhibit positive relationships with students
• Hold high expectations for each student while implementing the school-wide student management policies within classrooms and everywhere on campus
• Use data to inform instructional decisions and communicate results to families and colleagues
• Provide individual or small group instruction for students who need additional assistance
• Provide students with daily feedback on performance and plan for individual learning needs
• Model the school's values in all communications with students, families, and staff
• Assist in development of curriculum standards and mapping
• Commit to constant professional and personal growth through working closely as part of a team of teachers
• Participate in critical school events, including: staff meetings, open houses, parent teacher conferences and more
Qualifications • Bachelor's degree (required)
• Pass Criminal Background Check (required)
• At least two years of teaching experience (strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of ALL students (strongly preferred)
• State teaching credential (preferred)
• Experience working in urban schools (preferred)
• Grounded in our 5 organizational beliefs – Relentlessness, Equity, Achievement, Community and Hope. These 5 beliefs guide the work that we do to provide academically excellent schools and unlimited opportunity for every student in New Orleans.
• An incredible work ethic and a passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
• A strong desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a teacher and professional
• All employees hired after Friday, August 20, 2021 must be able to provide documentation that either the new-hire employee has received a COVID-19 vaccination or has requested and been granted reasonable accommodation from the KNOS Director of HR to be exempted from the requirements of this policy
Additional Information Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. Additionally, KIPP New Orleans Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and retirement.
? Healthcare (including vision, dental, and short-term disability) provided for employees ? 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 5% salary match
? On-going professional development opportunities:
? Mentor programs for new teachers
? School-based PD over the summer, including 3-5 regional PD days
? 3-4 regional PD days during the year for all KIPP New Orleans teachers
? Ongoing coaching and school-based PD throughout the year
? Generous time off:
? 90 PTO hours that equal 10 days a year
? 29 holidays a year including Mardi Gras, Juneteenth, Thanksgiving, and Winter Break
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
