KHAN LAB SCHOOLFounded in 2014 by Salman Khan, Khan Lab School (KLS) is a K-12 school located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Serving approximately 300 students across two campuses, KLS is grounded in a mastery-based learning model. This approach focuses on learning outcomes that matter most and evaluates student growth with meaningful metrics rather than traditional letter grades. Khan Lab School is also an incubator that spins out new programs and also provides a test environment for products such as Khan Academy's Khanmigo.

Established: 2014
Lower School Enrollment: 150 students
Upper School Enrollment: 135 students
All School Faculty & Staff: 55
Sports Teams: Basketball, Cross Country, Volleyball
School Mascot: Condor
Affiliated Organizations: Khan Academy, Schoolhouse.world, KLSWichita.org

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

The Upper School Associate Math Teacher should have a clear understanding of high school level mathematics and a background in mastery-based learning in the context of an Upper School experience. The Associate Math Teacher partners with the Upper School Summer Program Director and the Upper School Summer Program teachers to provide rigorous instruction, mastery-based curriculum, facilitate active learning experiences aligned with the KLS vision and guide students in their social and emotional development. In addition, this position involves contributing to the broader life of the school via participation in school activities and events, school admissions and faculty and staff meetings.

SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Academic Duties:

• Teach a minimum of 35 hours per week of high school level Geometry, as assigned by the Upper School Summer Program Director, making efficient use of existing materials and tools.
• Clearly outline course expectations, goals, and assignments at the start of the term using KLS’s Learning Management System, internal materials, and external resources such as Khan Academy.
• Mentor and support students in their individual student-driven projects including Applied Learning projects by checking in on their progress and helping to connect them to outside resources.
• Maintain regular communication with students, families, teachers, and other professionals about student progress and submit progress reports by the due date at the end of each term.
• Other related job duties, as assigned.

Teaching & Vision Alignment:

• Facilitate classes with an emphasis on active learning and real-world contexts, minimizing direct instruction. Utilize methods such as think-pair-share, experiential learning, case studies, role-playing, peer teaching, and problem/project-based learning.
• Leverage assessment data to inform instruction, provide timely feedback to students, and complete progress reports by identified deadlines.
• Utilize external instructional resources, including Khan Academy, to accommodate diverse learning needs and backgrounds for in-person courses. Collaborate with school leadership to identify materials.
• Develop curriculum and learning experiences aligned with the KLS teaching vision.
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and learning needs in collaboration with the school leadership.
• Integrate technology into the classroom appropriately including AI tools relevant to each discipline.
• Create an inclusive environment where students of diverse backgrounds and political perspectives feel welcome, fostering critical thinking through thoughtful questioning.

Contribution to Khan Lab School:

• Fulfill job duties as assigned by the Upper School Summer Program Director such as lunch time supervision and goal time supervision.
• Be accessible to students throughout the school day for interaction and support.
• Write letters of recommendation for summer programs, as requested.
• Attend faculty meetings and participate in professional development including morning meetings and any scheduled professional development programming (such as Faculty In-service). Faculty must also attend community meetings and other culture-building events with students.
• Participate in community events such as group field trips, and other related activities.
• Uphold professional and ethical standards in all interactions within the school community.
• Engage in the broader school community by attending and supporting school events and initiatives that promote student growth.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ideal candidates will have an academic background in Middle or Upper School education.
• An understanding and support of Khan Lab School’s core values, mission, and vision.
• A passion for working with young students and an understanding of where they are developmentally.
• Knowledge and experience using Khan Academy for instruction, when applicable.
• Commitment to inquiry-based, project-based learning, and other progressive pedagogies.
• Prior experience analyzing student data and using a variety of assessment techniques.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills while able to communicate effectively and respectfully.
• Flexibility to shift and take on a variety of tasks, as the lab school continues to grow and change.
• Able to reflect on one’s own effectiveness, respond well to feedback, and adjust instruction accordingly.

PHYSICAL WORK REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25 pounds as some regular organizational tasks involve moving desks, electronics, and other school supplies and equipment, as needed.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
• Capability of moving about inside an office setting to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Ability to proficiently and frequently operate a computer and keyboard as well as other office equipment such as calculators, copy machines, printers, and projectors.
• Consistently practice safe working habits while using school supplies, equipment, and electronics as well as the ability to maintain a safe and hazard-free workstation for yourself and others at the school.
• Occasionally required to work weekends, nights, or be on-call for events, which are sometimes held outside and require working in varying weather conditions at all times of the year.
• Ability to properly communicate information and ideas so other people can understand as well as the ability to ascertain and understand information communicated from others.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Khan Lab School is a community of learners and partners that have a deep commitment to their work. We get things done and believe that in our highly collaborative environment anything is possible. All our decisions are made through the lens of what is best for our students. We tackle tough questions without ego, are results oriented, and have high expectations for school and our students.

POSITION DETAILS:

• Start Date: July 8th, 2024
• Duration: Temporary employment during KLS's Summer Program; 4 weeks in length.
• Pay Range: $27.00 to $30.00 per hour.
• Location: Mountain View, CA
• Number of Positions to Fill: 1
• Employment Status: Temporary; Full-time; Non-Exempt

APPLY NOW:

To qualify, please provide a resume and a letter of interest. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated familiarity with Sal Khan’s school model outlined in his book The One World Schoolhouse.

Khan Lab School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, place of national origin, sex, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity, gender expression, and transgender), religion (beliefs, observances, or practices, including religious dress or grooming), marital status, registered domestic partner status, ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities, medical conditions, and/or military or veteran status in its employment practices or any other considerations made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.