High School - US Government/Oklahoma History

  • Full-time
  • Specific Subject: U.S. History/Government
  • Grade Level: High
  • Subject: Social Studies, History, Humanities
  • Start Date: Next year opening
  • Department: Teacher

Company Description

Join the KIPP Team & Family

KIPP is hiring a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with the unyielding belief that every child will succeed. 

KIPP Tulsa is part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in Tulsa. We are driven and committed to our mission and vision.

KIPP Tulsa currently educates over 520 students and supports hundreds of alumni. Today, the KIPP Tulsa network consists of KIPP Tulsa College Preparatory (grades 6th – 18th) and KIPP Tulsa University Prep High School (grades 9th - 12th).

Mission:

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.

Vision:

Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.

We are a Team & Family

At KIPP, we see the gifts in everyone who walks through the doors of our schools. Especially our teachers. Their skill. Energy. Love. Their determination. On the good days and on the hard days. So, we support our teachers in making the most of those gifts. It starts with respect – for our teachers’ innate talent and desire to learn, for their professional growth, and for the lives they lead beyond our walls.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE TEACHING AT KIPP

You’ll Work With A Team That Lives Its Values

Whether in a school-based or campus support role, our team is dedicated to living our values. Together, we work in schools and communities, not classrooms. We contribute to and are responsible for shared success. Like a family, we act with empathy and support one another to build strong relationships.

You’ll Be The Change

You’ll be part of a national network of 270 KIPP schools and 2 dedicated schools in Tulsa. We believe in the infinite potential of all people. Our hope, drive, and optimism fuel our daily work and drive us toward achieving a more equitable and just world, starting with our KIPP scholars.

You’ll Be Valued

Our teachers are well compensated and have the tools, training, and technology to bring innovation to the classroom.

You’ll Never Stop Learning

The joy of teaching is that there’s always more to learn. We support our teachers – from those in their 1st year to those in their 20th year – with individualized coaching, professional learning communities, leadership development programs, and extensive resource-sharing.

You’ll Have Fun!

Whether at a family movie night, a staff professional development with an impromptu choir and dance, or a gratitude celebration, we create and celebrate joyful moments with our students, their families, and each other. 

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated US Government/Oklahoma History Teacher to join our team. This individual will inspire a love for civic engagement and historical inquiry while preparing students for success in college and beyond. The ideal candidate will bring a commitment to educational excellence, equity, and culturally responsive teaching practices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Instructional Excellence:

    • Deliver engaging and rigorous lessons aligned with state standards in US Government and Oklahoma History.
    • Foster critical thinking, analytical skills, and a deeper understanding of civic and historical contexts.
    • Utilize data-driven instructional strategies to support diverse learning needs and close achievement gaps.
  • Classroom Management:

    • Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports learning and student engagement.
    • Establish clear expectations for behavior and promote a culture of respect and accountability.
  • Student Support and Advocacy:

    • Monitor and support student progress, providing targeted interventions as needed.
    • Build strong relationships with students and families, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
  • Professional Collaboration:

    • Collaborate with colleagues to develop and share best practices, curriculum resources, and instructional strategies.
    • Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance instructional skills and cultural competence.
  • Commitment to KIPP Tulsa’s Mission:

    • Uphold the mission of KIPP Tulsa to prepare students for college, careers, and a fulfilling life.
    • Model KIPP’s core values of excellence, equity, and accountability.

Qualifications

  • A Bachelor’s degree in history, politicial science, or other related field from an accredited college or university preferred
  • Student teaching experience, tutoring or volunteer work with students is preferred.

Skills:

  • Ability to establish rapport with families and children

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

  • Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, both internal and external to the district

  • Independent, self-starter with a strong focus on student development  and a passion for working with underserved student populations and their families

  • Proven written and verbal communication skills with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district

  • Strong organizational and planning skills

  • Possession of a passionate and loving attitude toward all children

  • Possession of a belief in inquiry-based learning and constructivist methods

  • Commitment to the vision, mission, values, and goals of KIPP Tulsa

  • Motivation to grow as an educational professional

  • Desire to implement curriculum, instruction, and assessment that is cutting-edge based on educational research

  • Willingness to be an active member of a professional learning community focused on action research within the school and the classroom. 

  • Responsiveness: Follow-up and follow-through with students, families, and faculty members are essential   

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

  • Proficiency in using computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines

  • Ability to travel throughout the district and the city

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits:

This is a Full-Time, 12 month Exempt role.  Salary is commensurate with experience

Employees are eligible to participate in employer benefits including health, dental, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short and long term disability and participation in 403B plans.

As an equal opportunity employer, KIPP Oklahoma does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other basis made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.

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