Experienced High School World Language Teacher - Camden, NJ
Are you a passionate and dedicated educator with a love for teaching world languages? Do you have a proven track record of inspiring students to reach their full potential? If so, we want to hear from you! KIPP New Jersey, a leading charter school network, is seeking an experienced High School World Language Teacher to join our team in Camden, NJ.
About KIPP New Jersey
KIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized Knowledge Is Power Program (KIPP) network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. With a strong focus on education reform, we believe that every student deserves a world-class education, regardless of their background or zip code. Our schools are designed to provide a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters academic excellence, social-emotional growth, and character development.
Our Mission
At KIPP New Jersey, our mission is to provide a world-class education to over 10,300 students across 15 schools in Newark and Camden by 2025. We are committed to closing the achievement gap and ensuring that our students have the skills, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in college and beyond.
Job Description
As a High School World Language Teacher at KIPP New Jersey, you will play a critical role in shaping the educational experience of our students. You will be responsible for creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment that fosters academic excellence, social-emotional growth, and character development. Your role will include:
- Creating and Implementing Lesson Plans: Develop and implement engaging and challenging lesson plans that meet the academic needs of our students. Work closely with the grade-level team to ensure that lesson plans are aligned with the academic curriculum.
- Teaching to Mastery: Use data to responsively teach to mastery of academic skills. Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies to ensure that all students meet the learning objectives.
- Classroom Management: Reinforce a firm foundation for all classes and uphold classroom management techniques that promote a positive and productive learning environment.
- Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with students, families, and colleagues to create an environment that is supportive of student progress. Participate in school, departmental, and parent meetings to ensure that all stakeholders are informed and engaged.
- Professional Development: Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your teaching skills and stay up-to-date on best practices in education.
Qualifications
To be considered for this role, you must have:
- Bachelor's Degree: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (Official transcripts showing degree conferred are required prior to the starting date of employment).
- Teaching Certification: Appropriate state teaching certification completed and issued or in process of being completed.
- Subject Matter Expertise: Subject matter expertise in Spanish or other foreign languages.
- Teaching Experience: A minimum of two years of teaching experience, with demonstrated interest in working with students from diverse economic and cultural backgrounds.
- Collaborative Attitude: A collaborative attitude towards teaching and learning, with a strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
Nice to Haves
* Exceptional Student Achievement: A record of exceptional student achievement and results at a high-performing charter network/charter management organization.
- Education Reform: A belief that all students deserve a world-class education, which can be achieved through education reform.
Compensation and Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, KIPP New Jersey offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including:
- Health Care: Comprehensive health care coverage for you and your family.
- Retirement: A 403(b) retirement plan with a 10% employer match.
- School Laptop: A school laptop for personal and professional use.
- Transportation Benefits: Transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into New Jersey from the Philadelphia area.
- Performance-Based Pay: Opportunities for earning up to $5,500 annually in performance-based pay.
Salary Range
The salary range for this role is $63,000-$101,000+, with additional opportunities for earning up to $5,500 annually in performance-based pay.
Location
This role is based in Camden, NJ, with the opportunity to work remotely or from our Remote hub.
How to Apply
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