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 1,200 K-12 students in our three 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.

The Part-Time Teacher role will serve as a critical partner to the School Principal in pursuit of our mission. The part-time teacher’s core work will be to provide professional instruction designed to provide academic, social, physical, and skills development to students in specific grades/subject areas.

Reporting to the Principal, KIPP teachers are responsible for delivering effective, high-quality, rigorous instruction in their content areas that produce unmatched results and student understanding. The incumbent will be responsible for promoting a college-preparatory culture that assists our students on their journey to and through college. Teachers will perform additional duties, as necessary, to ensure that all KIPP students will learn and contribute to the school’s overall community. Whatever it takes. No excuses.

The position is responsible for organizing and implementing an instructional program in accordance with KIPP Public Schools and State policies and laws that results in students achieving academic success. The incumbent is required to work collaboratively to plan, prepare and implement instructional activities to engage and facilitate student success. The ideal candidate is expected to track and analyze  student performance data; as well as develop learning plans, using resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles and needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and submit a program of study and unit/weekly/daily lessons that, aligned with the school’s curriculum and pacing guides, and that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with best practices, specific content knowledge, and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about a student's academic and personal progress. I see below you have references to being available for questions, but I also think they should be proactive in communicating progress to parents.
• Implement, by instruction and action, the region’s philosophy of education, curriculum, and instructional goals and objectives
• Utilize diagnostic assessment tools to identify learning strengths and needs of every student, on a regular basis, for the purpose of intervention and/or acceleration toward academic and leadership standards
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to assure safety in the classroom and the school for all students
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
• Assist the administrative team in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
• Make provisions for being available to the students and to the parents for education-related purposes outside of the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
• Provide time in the evening, by phone, for questions and concerns that students and/or parents may have regarding education-related issues that could not be handled during the school day
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues
• Actively engage in all professional development opportunities
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and endorsement in the grade/subject taught with a valid Tennessee certificate. 
• Must be highly qualified. Governed by the Rules and Regulations of the Tennessee Code Annotated. 
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform the responsibilities and duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal/written communication and listening skills, including experience with distilling information to build strong storylines and content.  
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills. 
• Self‐directed and results‐oriented, demonstrating initiative and follow‐through. 
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, including the interpersonal, diplomatic and communication skills necessary to build rapport easily with new contacts and cultivate relationships within the KIPP community and on behalf of organization.
• Strong project, process and operations management skills. Ability to drive projects from inception to completion, facilitate discussions and engage others in collaborative problem solving, and hold stakeholders from across the organization accountable.  
• Passion for education equity and KIPP’s mission and values (sense of purpose, results, respect, constant learning & humility, and diversity & inclusivity), including a demonstrated commitment to Equity and Social Justice. 
• A proactive cultural leader and team player who thrives in an agile, collaborative and fast-paced work environment.   
• Cultural competence in collaborating with teammates across lines of difference. 

Qualities should include:

• Self-motivation
• High energy level
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• High work standards
• Problem solving
• Organizing and planning
• Learning orientation
• Critical thinking
• Stress tolerance
• Flexibility
• Adaptability
• Initiative

Physical Requirement and Working Environment

Physical Demands: Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis; and some dexterity in operating office equipment; must be able to use hands and fingers for sign language.

Unavoidable Hazards:  The position is exposed to no unusual environmental hazards.

Sensory (ADA) Requirements: The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing and speaking abilities.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

The Region is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  ADA requires the Region to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Additional Information

Work Conditions 

• Travel requirements: 5% (travel between school campuses, if applicable)
• Part-time, exempt role 
• May require some evening or weekend work to accommodate the schedules of students, families, and alums  
• Part-time position requirements:
  • Works one of two shifts either 1) 7am to 12pm or 2) 11am to 4pm
  • Must attend one faculty meeting per month as determined by the Principal
  • Must attend 20-minute morning duty assignment (assisting with student arrival, breakfast duty, etc.)  for 7am shift
  • Must attend 20-minute afternoon duty assignment (monitoring student transitions, etc.) for 11am shift
  • Co-planning and co-teaching as assigned
  • Attend Professional development days (In-Service training, bi-weekly RTI or data meetings, etc.) as assigned
  • Attend Parent/Teacher conferences and other days (Open House, Meet the Teacher Night, etc.) as assigned

Location 

This role works onsite at the assigned campus in Memphis, TN.    

Subjects/Grades

Secondary Education

• Grades:
  • 6 - 12
• Subjects:
  • Art
  • Music
  • P.E.

Compensation 

Commensurate with experience. Hourly rate based on teacher scale.

Benefits  

• PTO - 6 days
• Half-day shift, either morning or afternoon
• Signing bonus - $5,000