KIPP Memphis Public Schools is part of KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program), a national network of tuition-free, open-enrollment, public schools that are successful in helping students from educationally underserved communities develop the knowledge, skills, character, and habits needed to succeed in college and the competitive world beyond.  There are currently 280 KIPP schools across the nation serving nearly 120,000 students.  Founded in 2002, KIPP Memphis serves over 1,800 K-12 students in our four North Memphis schools and almost 900 alumni on their journeys to-and-through college with our KIPP Forward Program.

 As a leader in providing high quality education for students who need us most, the KIPP Memphis team and family serves as a model of excellence and collaborates with other community organizations to raise the overall quality of education in Memphis. The mission of KIPP Memphis is to 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.

*$4,000 Signing Bonus*

The Math Content Coach will provide instructional support and coaching to teachers as they work to ensure that each student is able to reach his or her academic potential. The Content Coach's primary role is to work with teachers to support best practices in using data, provide analysis of school-wide trends in instruction, and make recommendations about potential next steps to address areas of need. As an advisor to teachers and the leadership team, the Content Coach is responsible for four main areas: a) observing instructional delivery and providing feedback to enhance and support the development of each teacher's content area b) supporting teachers in the design of units and lessons for the development of their year-long curriculum, c) analyzing data in order to modify curriculum and forms of assessment to meet students' needs, and d) working with the academic staff (grade-level chairs, assistant principals, principals) in the school to support sharing of best practices. The Content Coach will work collaboratively with the school personnel to advise principals and teachers on developing instructional strategies and intervention programs for struggling students.

Essential Job Functions

• Design and implement school-wide assessments; work collaboratively with campus-based leaders to make instructional decisions based on student performance.

• Cultivate a standards-based, data and results-oriented culture.

• Observe teachers and provide specific strategies for improved instructional delivery

• Work with teachers and school leadership teams to create and improve aligned curriculum resources.

• Collaborate with teachers in determining appropriate resources and support for teachers.

• Support teachers by providing feedback on lessons and assessments that align with school college-readiness standards and serve as an expert in national trends and best practices in curriculum development and instructional strategy for historically underachieving students.

• As a leader on the academic team, make recommendations on best practices for supporting curriculum alignment across all grade levels within the specified content area for all grade levels.

• Serve as a coach to teachers by providing expert advice on improving and enhancing individual lessons and units based on ongoing analysis. This will include, but is not limited to:

  • Reviewing lesson plans, unit plans, and assessments

  • Understanding scope and sequence models

  • Observing classroom instruction and offering comprehensive analysis and feedback

  • Providing instructional strategy best practice training, as needed

• Supporting the development of curriculum, using the backward design model and advising scope and sequence based on essential content knowledge that addresses local, state and national standard.

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Master’s degree preferred

• Active Tennessee teaching license required - Math endorsement matching grade band

• 5 to 7 years teaching experience

• Experience managing a team, coaching teacher and/or designing curriculum

• Equity minded leader

• Strong behavior management skills

• Experience collaborating with team members and providing constructive and instructive feedback

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative

• Ability to work both on broad-based strategy and everyday details

• Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making

• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities

• Ability to synthesize knowledge and present it to stakeholders in a comprehensive manner

• Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data

• Independent, self-starter with a strong focus on student development

• Proven written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational and planning skills

• Possession of a passionate and loving attitude toward all children

• Responsiveness; Follow-up and follow-through with students, families, and faculty members is essential

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

*$4,000 Signing Bonus*

KIPP Memphis Schools are committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school. KIPP Memphis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.