Company DescriptionWho we are: KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis city. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission, vision, and equity statement.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.Equity Statement: KIPP St. Louis is committed to becoming an anti-racist and anti-sexist organization by confronting inequities, barriers, and oppressive policies and systems.KIPP St. Louis currently educates over 2,000 students and at full growth, we will educate nearly 3,600 students and hundreds of alumni. Today, our St. Louis network consists of two middle schools, three elementary schools, and a high school.Job DescriptionWorking at KIPP St. Louis High School, your passion is for your students and scientific discovery. You want to share your love of chemistry with your students helping them understand not only how their bodies work but how we interact with one another. You want students to be able to see how phosphorous burns or understand the process of a covalent bond. As a chemistry teacher, you are here every day to show your students the importance of asking questions and seeking answers that are replicable and measurable.Position Type: Full-time, Exempt, 10 monthsTentative Start Date: July 22, 2024On a day-to-day basis, you can look forward to the following:Curriculum Development and InstructionAdapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum Develop academically rigorous lessons, unit plans, rubrics, and assessments Use data to inform instructional decisions Provide students with daily feedback on performance and plan for individual learning needsHelp Build a Positive School and Classroom cultureEmbody and maintain the school’s values, policies, and culture Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff Establish and maintain strong communication with all parents and share progress Effectively supervise and manage a classroom of up to 30 students Show up for critical school events, including staff meetings, open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and moreDemonstrate a Growth MindsetPursue challenging professional goals each yearGive and receive positive and constructive feedback from your colleaguesParticipate in school-wide and individual professional developmentSchool-Based Staff staff must have the ability to...Operate a computer and office equipment on a daily basisOccasional moderate lifting, pushing, and pullingMaintain emotional control under stressInterpret policy, procedures, and dataCommunicate effectively (verbal and written)QualificationsWhat you bring to the table: Bachelor’s degree (REQUIRED)Valid Missouri Teacher Certification, Missouri Substitute Certification, or willingness to become certified ASAP (REQUIRED)Pass Criminal Background CheckDemonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gapAdditional InformationWhat we bring to the table:We are a fast-paced, energetic team and family with passionate people who are leading a movement to cultivate their best working environment we provide the following:$0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision, and dental. Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability$50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employeeRetirement plan through PSRSSL with a 14% match and an optional 403b as a supplement to our pension programEmployee Recognition: When we succeed together, we celebrate together with our Heart Award ceremony and more!Public Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employerLongevity Bonuses: 2, 5, and 10-year financial rewardsGenerous time off:Paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military-related leavePaid parental leave for new familiesGranted holidays, as well as a one-week Thanksgiving break, a two-week winter break, and a week-long spring breakFabulous Fridays (leave at 1:30 on Friday once a month)On-going professional development opportunities:Weekly coaching sessionsWeekly school-based professional developmentFive in-person PD days during the year for all KIPP St. Louis teachersKIPP St. Louis is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all our students, families, teachers, staff and community members. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.