About KIPP Baltimore

KIPP is a non-profit network of college-preparatory, public charter schools serving elementary, middle and high school students.  Our schools are part of the free public school system and enrollment is open to all students in Baltimore City.  KIPP Baltimore was founded in 2002 with the opening of KIPP Ujima Village Academy middle school.  In 2009, KIPP Harmony Academy was launched, and they now collectively serve more than 1,500 kindergarten through eighth grade students each day.  Both schools are operated by KIPP Baltimore, whose mission is together with families and communities, 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. 

In addition to the high-quality academic opportunities that students receive while attending KIPP Harmony Academy and KIPP Ujima Village Academy, KIPP Baltimore also makes a long-term investment in our students both while they are at KIPP schools and beyond through the KIPP Through College program.  KIPP Through College supports and guides students to gain admission to college-preparatory high schools and supports them on pathways to post-secondary success.  KIPP Baltimore is part of a non-profit network of 255 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school students.

An Instructional Assistant will work with a Classroom Teacher to ensure significant academic gains are made with students.  Instructional Assistants will engage in ongoing professional development sessions, observation-debrief sessions, and planning meetings.  Instructional Assistants will engage in professional development with the intention of growing into a teaching position.  The Instructional Assistant will report to a member of the school leadership team, collaborate with and support the Classroom Teacher, and collaborate with Interventionists to ensure meeting the needs of our students each day.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Instructional Assistant responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Classroom Responsibilities:
  • Meet weekly with the Lead Teacher to lesson plan, analyze classroom data, and discuss upcoming classroom events.
  • Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing daily lessons by pulling small groups, planning and leading whole group instruction, supporting in behavior management, preparing supplies, etc.
  • Under the supervision of and in collaboration with Classroom Teachers:
    • Hold high expectations for each students and work relentlessly to foster student achievement.
    • Set goals for a class and individual students and use ongoing formal and informal assessments to track progress towards goals.
    • Design assessments and use data daily and weekly to inform instruction and professional growth.
    • Demonstrate knowledge of grade-level standards, benchmarks, and curriculum.
    • Create long-term plans, unit plans, and daily lessons that ensure mastery of standards and demonstrates proficiency in backwards design.
    • Plan daily lessons that promote critical thinking and inquiry and utilize instructional strategies that meet the needs of a diverse group of students.
    • Differentiate instruction effectively to meet the individual needs of all students.
    • Build strong relationships and a positive rapport with students, families, and colleagues.
    • Value and draw upon students’ experiences and backgrounds.
    • Implement school-wide student management and culture policies within classroom and on campus.
    • Create and foster an encouraging learning environment that promotes self-efficacy.
  • Substitute classes when needed.  Implement lead teacher lesson plans while subbing
• Professional Development:
  • Engage in frequent, open collaboration and communication with colleagues around lesson planning, instructional observations, student data, and school wide initiatives.
  • Participate actively in professional development sessions and pre/post-assignments as necessary.
  • Complete self-evaluations (pre-analysis and post-analysis exercise) of teaching performance based on a standard of teaching provided by the Principal.
  • Receive formal teaching observations from grade level chair.
  • Engage in ongoing one-on-one professional development observations, meetings, and reflections with the Principal.
  • Implement next steps determined in professional development sessions, one-on-one professional development meetings, and personal self-reflections.
  • Submit and receive feedback on weekly lesson plans, if necessary.
• General
  • Believe deeply in KIPP’s vision, mission, and values
  • Assist school-based staff with lunch and recess.
  • Honor families and the community as assets, developing partnerships and open communication through Family Nights, Open Houses, community service events, and Family-Teacher Conferences.
  • Adhere to school policies, procedures, and deadlines.
  • Perform clerical duties, as required, relating to textbooks, instructional supplies, student record keeping, attendance, etc.
  • Communicate with parents, students, staff members, and guests in person as well as through letters, phone calls, one-on-one interactions, and whole group presentations.
  • Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS/ SKILLS:

• Graduation from High school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. (Required).
• At least 48 college credits from an accredited college or university or successful completion of the MSDE ParaPro Assessment.
• At least one year of experience working with children.

• Experience working with students from traditionally underserved communities (preferred, but not required). A deep commitment to, passion for, working with children and families from Baltimore’s communities so they excel academically.
• Ability to influence and motivate others.
• Ability to persist in the face of challenges.
• Strong organizational skills:  planning ahead, meeting deadlines, and multi-tasking.
• Strong critical thinking skills:  able to link cause and effect, slice data, and generate relevant solutions.
• A desire to learn and grow as a professional teacher and leader.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.

Compensation: KIPP Baltimore provides a full benefits package. Compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.

For more information about this position, please contact Hilarie Yoffe, Recruitment Manager, at [email protected] / 410-564-9241

You can apply by using our KIPP Baltimore Career Page at https://kippbaltimore.org/careers/ 

Statement of Non-Discrimination:  KIPP Baltimore is committed to the ideal of diversity in its student body and in its faculty and staff.  KIPP Baltimore does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, or ethnicity. We are strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.