Company DescriptionOrganizational OverviewKnowledge is Power Program (KIPP) North Carolina, is a network of eight tuition-free, college-preparatory public charter schools educating approximately 3,000 students in grades K-12 in Durham, Halifax, Northampton and Mecklenburg counties. At KIPP NC, we are committed to improving the life outcomes of North Carolina’s children through the delivery of culturally relevant curricula that are grounded in research, and clearing the paths that our students choose to follow by ensuring that they have the roadmaps and guideposts they need to arrive at success - however they define it.KIPP North Carolina is also committed to building the pipeline of the state’s most talented and effective teachers and leaders through competitive compensation, integrated professional development lead by coaches and mentors, and resources they need to succeed, all rooted in core values that articulate our collectively designed organizational beliefs:Pursue Excellence - We uphold high standards for our staff, and are committed to providing the necessary resources, training, mentorship and feedback to help each staff member not only meet, but exceed, expectations. We believe excellence is a habit and a sustained pursuit, not an endpoint.Build Knowledge - We offer our educators robust school-based, regional and external professional development opportunities, before the start of and during the school year, designed to empower them with the latest teaching strategies and technology integration techniques. School Leaders and a statewide teacher development team provide professional coaching for school-based staff and foster collaborative learning, encouraging the exploration of effective teaching strategies and best practices.Fight Injustice -As a staff, we dismantle the white supremacy within our institution and deepen our own learning and understanding of anti-racism and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) through providing organization-wide regular workshops designed to holistically guide us through the redesign of our workplace culture through the lens of liberation. Additionally, we train and prepare our educators to deliver culturally responsive curricula that respect learners' cultures and prior experiences, and acknowledge and value the legitimacy of different cultures, not just the dominant culture of a society. Spark Joy - We believe in publicly and privately acknowledging and celebrating the outstanding contributions of our staff, and recognize exceptional individuals across the region. We also understand the importance of fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. We organize monthly school-based staff outings to provide an opportunity for our team to unwind, socialize, and engage in activities that promote camaraderie and a sense of community.Rise Together - We create space for our region to assemble and celebrate all successes - a space in which we strengthen community by embracing each other’s unique identities, and honoring the contributions that will allow us to lift as we rise in the years ahead. We believe Team always beats Individual. Job DescriptionThe ProgramThe KIPP North Carolina Teaching Fellowship is a two year program where Fellows gain experience and support to on-ramp into a Lead Teacher role. During the program, Fellows are a co-teacher working alongside an experienced KIPP NC teacher-of-record who supports in their training and growth throughout their first years as a teacher. While teaching full-time, Fellows will be required to enroll in an North Carolina approved Educator Preparation Program (EPP) that will provide additional pedagogical and content support and provide an alternative route to licensure. Through KIPP NC’s coaching model, ample Professional Development opportunities, and immersion into the education sector, KIPP North Carolina Teaching Fellows grow quickly building a strong foundation for their education career. Support Curriculum Development and InstructionHelp to adapt and execute rigorous, standards-aligned curriculaSupport teachers as they implement academically rigorous lessons, unit plans, rubrics, and assessmentsProvide students with daily feedback on performance and plan for individual learning needsReceive guidance and materials from ELA / Math teachers on how to best support students who are strugglingHelp Build a Positive School and Classroom CultureEmbody and maintain school’s values, policies, and cultureDevelop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staffEstablish and maintain strong communication with all families and share progressAttend critical school events, including: staff meetings, open houses, family teacher conferences, and moreSupport school operations through classroom coverage needs and contributing to other out-of-classroom activities, including before school, lunch, recess, and afterschoolDemonstrate a Growth MindsetPursue challenging professional goals each yearGive and receive positive and constructive feedback with your colleaguesParticipate in school-wide and individual professional development QualificationsRequirements for Every FellowA deep commitment to the mission of KIPP NC and an unwavering belief in the potential of all our studentsAn unwavering commitment to anti-racism, equity, and inclusionPossess a deep commitment to both racial equity and improving the lives of kids from low-income communities; experience working within predominantly Black, Brown, and/or low-income communitiesConferred Bachelor's Degree requiredPass Criminal Background CheckA firmly held belief that students can and will learn, and it’s a teacher’s role and mission to do whatever it takes to make this happenCommitment to KIPP NC’s mission Openness to feedback and willingness to constantly reflect, improve, and learnAbility to function as a “relentless achiever” by setting high goals and meeting or exceeding themStrong work ethic coupled with a willingness to go above and beyond one’s workAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and develop strong relationships with parents and colleaguesFlexibility, tenacity, perseverance, resourcefulness, and teamworkHigh level of organization and professionalismFluency in Spanish preferredAdditional InformationTotal RewardsComprehensive health benefits for medical, dental, and visionEnrollment in a 403b with employer match26 days off for school holidays including a week for Thanksgiving and 2 weeks for winter break.KIPP North Carolina does not and shall not discriminate on the race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, source of income, or status as a veteran in any of its activities or operations.