Immediate Early Childhood Assistant Teacher (PreK 3- Kindergarten) for the 2021-22 SY

Immediate Early Childhood Assistant Teacher (PreK 3- Kindergarten) for the 2021-22 SY

22 Sep 2024
District of Columbia, Washington, 20001 Washington USA

Immediate Early Childhood Assistant Teacher (PreK 3- Kindergarten) for the 2021-22 SY

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Job Description

We are looking for highly dedicated educators who bring an unwavering commitment to helping early childhood students succeed. KIPP DC’s early childhood teachers are responsible for using Tools of The Mind, Reading Workshop, and My Math curriculums to deliver effective, high-quality, rigorous instruction that produces academic results and student growth. KIPP DC gives its early childhood students an intensive foundation in the core academic subjects through play-based learning instruction and an emphasis on developing the social and emotional skills necessary to succeed in school and life. The KIPP DC community holds itself to high standards, cognizant that success can be achieved by all through teamwork, tenacity and focused dedication.


Assistant Teachers at KIPP DC work to develop a desire for learning in our youngest students. We are looking for creative and passionate Assistant Teachers to work in our PreK3 classrooms. KIPP DC’s Early Childhood Schools believe in using language, play, and authentic learning activities to provide our students with the foundation to build a successful and choice-filled life.

KIPP DC has five early childhood schools:

Qualifications

KEY REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Work with a Lead Teacher to teach the designed curriculum so that all students reach grade level goals
  • Leading small group reading and math instruction
  • Leading some whole group instruction
  • Meet weekly with assistant teacher and grade level chair to discuss and reflect upon weekly objectives and monthly themes
  • Observe Lead Teachers and Capital Teaching Residents for best practices
  • Meet weekly with all Assistant Teachers to participate in professional development workshops
  • Cover classes while Lead Teachers are participating in weekly grade level meetings
  • Assist Lead Teachers with the classroom's daily preparations which may include, but are not limited to:
    • Materials preparation (copying, lamination, sorting, cutting, pasting, etc.)
    • Assistance with delivery and cleanup of breakfast, lunch and snack
    • Helping with monthly open houses
  • Attend professional development sessions which may include, but are not limited to:
    • Monthly sessions with School Leader
    • Weekly meetings with Lead Teacher
    • Daily feedback on lessons from Lead Teacher
    • Observation feedback from school leader
    • In-school professional development sessions and workshops
  • The ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
  • Additional responsibilities may arise during the school year. They will be communicated to all Assistant Teachers with as much notice and flexibility as possible.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or General Education Development Certificate (Required)
  • Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)
  • Minimum of one year of experience working directly with children (Required)
  • Commitment to working with underserved students (Required)
  • Experience teaching in an urban school (Preferred)
  • Demonstrate a passion for working with young children and dedicated to doing whatever it takes to provide the best education possible to the students of KIPP DC.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
  • Must be energetic, collaborative, reliable, flexible and integrity-driven
  • Strong communication skills in order to ensure effective, positive interactions with their teaching team, staff, families, and children

Additional Information

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

KIPP DC offers an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package:

  • Salaries for staff are competitive with added compensation for KIPP DC’s extended day and year, along with additional bonuses. Teacher compensation details can be viewed on our website.
  • KIPP DC offers an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package. Read below or visit our website for our teacher compensation scales and other benefits.
  • KIPP DC also offers its employees a 403(b) retirement account with employer contributions and matches vesting after three years.
  • All employees who use public transit are eligible for pre-tax deductions for transportation costs through a partnership with WMATA
  • Teachers are provided with a laptop computer for work and access to a discounted cell phone plan for staff/student/parent calls.
  • Teachers have access to KIPP DC’s additional development and enrichment opportunities such as RELAY’s Masters of Arts in Teaching program, Special Education Fellowship, School Culture Champion Grants, Classroom Innovation Grants, and various fellowship and pilot programs launched each year
  • KIPP DC has various support programs in place during the pandemic, including extended sick leave and robust health and safety protocols and training programs

To Apply:

Please apply immediately, as applications are accepted and roles are filled on a rolling basis. All interested applicants should visit https://www.kippdc.org/join-our-team/apply-now/. For questions or issues with your application, please contact [emailprotected].

KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against, or tolerate discrimination against, employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race, color, national origin, immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal, DC, state, or local law), religion, sex

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