Global Studies

Job DescriptionAt KIPP St. Louis High School, the Global Studies and Psychology Teacher brings a passion for history, culture, and the human mind into the classroom. This role empowers students to see how their lives connect to the broader fabric of the past and the world around them. By teaching global studies, you will help students explore diverse cultures, societies, and historical movements, while psychology instruction will invite them to examine human behavior, thought processes, and identity. Together, these subjects serve as a pathway to deepen students’ critical thinking, strengthen their ability to analyze and persuade, and ensure that every student sees themselves reflected in both history and the study of human experience.Start Date: Immediate OpeningOn a day-to-day basis, you can look forward to the following:Curriculum Development and InstructionAdapt 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 needsHelp Build a Positive School and Classroom CultureEmbody and maintain 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 moreDemonstrate a Growth MindsetPursue challenging professional goals each yearGive and receive positive and constructive feedback from your colleaguesParticipate in school-wide and individual professional developmentSchool-Based Staff must have the ability to...Operate a computer and office equipment on a daily basisOccasional moderate lifting, pushing, and pullingMaintain emotional control under stressInterpret policy, procedures, and dataCommunicate effectively (verbal and written)QualificationsWhat you bring to the table: Bachelor’s degree (REQUIRED)Bachelor’s degree (REQUIRED)Valid Missouri Teacher Certification, Missouri Substitute Certification, or willingness to become certified ASAP (REQUIRED)Pass Criminal Background CheckDemonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gapAdditional InformationWhat we bring to the table:We are a fast-paced, energetic team and family with passionate people who are leading a movement to cultivate their best working environment. 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 employeeRetirement plan through PSRSSL with a 12% match and an optional 403b as a supplement to our pension programEmployee Recognition: When we succeed together, we celebrate together with our annual Heart Awards ceremony and morePublic Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employerLongevity Bonuses: 2, 5, and 10-year financial rewardsGenerous time off:Paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military-related leavePaid parental leave for new familiesGranted holidays, as well as a one-week Thanksgiving break, a two-week winter break, and a week-long spring breakWellness days and Fabulous Fridays (leave at 1:30 on Friday once a month)On-going professional  development opportunities:Weekly coaching sessionsWeekly school-based professional developmentFive in-person PD days during the year for all KIPP St. Louis teachers