IMMEDIATE: 25-26 Middle School ELA Teacher

Job DescriptionRole Overview: The Middle School ELA Teacher delivers rigorous, engaging instruction that strengthens students’ reading, writing, and critical-thinking skills while cultivating a classroom culture where all students feel affirmed, supported, and challenged. This teacher brings deep content knowledge in English Language Arts and consistently demonstrates strong classroom management, ensuring a focused, safe, and productive learning environment. They analyze student work to inform instruction, communicate regularly with families, collaborate with colleagues, engage in coaching and professional development, and uphold all KPPS culture systems and core values.Key Responsibilities: Classroom ResponsibilitiesEnsure that all children feel affirmed, valued and challenged every dayCreate rigorous, engaging unit and daily lesson plans leveraging provided curricula/resources (in most cases)Infuse core values into daily lessons and every school practice, implementing school-wide student culture systems and positive classroom management strategiesMaintain a productive, organized, safe, neat and focused learning environmentRegularly analyze student work and academic data to adjust lessons, refine curricula and inform instructional practicesProvide necessary accommodations and modifications for growth and success of all studentsMaintain accurate student grades/records and strong lines of communication with families regarding students’ growth and progressModel and implement all school policies within the classroomServe as a role model for studentsProfessional ResponsibilitiesTake ownership for the development of your craft (meet 1x/1-2 weeks with an instructional coach, implement feedback, engage in active practice, etc.)Actively engage in all school-wide professional developmentServe as a positive, contributing member of a grade team, collaborating with colleagues to tackle common challenges and implement grade-wideShare candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and school leadership on a regular basisEmbody KPPS core values: Children First, Cultural Competence, Ownership, CommunityEnroll in/complete a teacher certification program (if applicable)School ResponsibilitiesArrive at school by 8:00 a.m. and stay until 4:30 p.m. Monday through FridayAttend designated school functions outside of school hours (Back to School Night, Report Card Conferences, Community Events, etc.) Contribute to the planning and execution of all school-wide eventsDevelop strong relationships with the families of students through home visits, participation in school events and phone calls homePerform necessary support duties including (but not limited to) bus, lunch, and dismissal dutiesChaperone field lessons/field tripsAdditional responsibilities may arise during the school year. They will be communicated to all employees with as much notice and flexibility as possible.QualificationsWho You Are:You love and see the high potential of all children.You have experience driving student growth and achievement and creating a warm, inclusive, rigorous learning environment.You have passion for facilitating professional learning, including a desire to continuously grow and learn as a leader.You operate with cultural competence and a commitment to inclusion, anti-racism, and the eradication of anti-Blackness. You believe that teachers are the primary drivers of student growth, learning and achievement.You have high expectations for students and teachers; and the ability to motivate, inspire and hold others accountable.You are solution-orientated and have an eagerness to adapt in order to solve problems.You have strong classroom management skills.Qualifications:2+ years of full-time teaching experience (outside of substitute teaching) in an urban setting strongly preferred.Bachelor’s degree required.Pennsylvania State certification Level I or II strongly preferred. If uncertified, must –enroll in a PA-approved certification program within one year of hire.submit transcripts upon hire (required for emergency permit application)Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks prior to start date:PA State Police ClearancePA Child Abuse ClearanceCogent Federal FingerprintingAdditional InformationCompensation: The salary range for this position is commensurate upon experience and certification status:Uncertified Range: $55,000 – 81,000+ Certified Range: $60,000 - $91,000+Teacher salaries at KPPS are equitable and transparent. To maintain equity, teacher salaries are determined by a combination of years of teaching experience and certification status. All candidates are welcome to ask their recruiter how their experience and credentials will translate to their salary.All full-time team members at KPPS enjoy a comprehensive health benefits package (including vision and dental, a telehealth option, and flexible spending accounts) for themselves and their families as well as a 403B matching program for retirement savings and free access to financial advising services.Uncertified teachers have access to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement to pursue certification at a Pennsylvania-approved certification program.Note To Applicants:KIPP Philadelphia Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Employees are selected on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.To apply, visit http://kippphiladelphia.org/join-our-team/apply-now/