KIPP - Literacy Intervention Teacher - Middle School - East Palo Alto (23-24) ($4,000 Signing Bonus) at KIPP Public Schools Northern California - San Mateo
About the Employer
About KIPP Public Schools Northern California We are a thriving nonprofit network of 17 free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical partner in making their vision a reality. Together 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 build a more just world. Our student community consists of over 6,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, Redwood City, and Stockton. Our student community demographics are: 94% identify as students of color, 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are English language learners, and 10% receive special education services. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students’ diversity.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Literacy Specialist will be responsible for driving the literacy mission of KIPP Valiant Community by developing teachers and programs that enable students to make at least 1.5 - 2.0 years of reading growth each academic year. The Literacy Specialist will manage and organize Guided Reading programs from grades K-8. This includes overseeing the training and execution of formative assessments 3-4 times per year, and supporting teams in setting up guided reading routines and systems. The position also includes staying current with best practices for literacy instruction in order to lead weekly professional development for grade levels to support high quality guided reading instruction for all students.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: -Hold a B.A/B.S degree from a regionally accredited institution -Meet one of the following eligibility requirements: Hold a valid teaching credential in the teaching role, or Eligibility for a Provisional Internship Permit, or Eligibility for a Short Term Staff Permit Knowledge/skills required: -Commitment to KIPP mission and vision -Commitment to being an anti-racist educator -Believe all students can achieve at the highest academic levels -Possess strong content area knowledge -Strong skills building relationships with students, families, and communities -Communicate well with students, families, and colleagues -Have proficient knowledge of Google Suite applications (Google Classroom, Hangout, Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.) -Have the ability to learn and utilize instructional technology to support in-class and distance learning when needed (i.e. Zoom, Nearpod)
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: -Hold a B.A/B.S degree from a regionally accredited institution -Meet one of the following eligibility requirements: Hold a valid teaching credential in the teaching role, or Eligibility for a Provisional Internship Permit, or Eligibility for a Short Term Staff Permit Knowledge/skills required: -Commitment to KIPP mission and vision -Commitment to being an anti-racist educator -Believe all students can achieve at the highest academic levels -Possess strong content area knowledge -Strong skills building relationships with students, families, and communities -Communicate well with students, families, and colleagues -Have proficient knowledge of Google Suite applications (Google Classroom, Hangout, Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.) -Have the ability to learn and utilize instructional technology to support in-class and distance learning when needed (i.e. Zoom, Nearpod)
Comments and Other Information
Please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking apply on this page.
Questions? Email teach@kippnorcal.org
Comments and Other Information
Please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking apply on this page.
Questions? Email teach@kippnorcal.org