Company Description
KIPP New Orleans Schools is a non-profit network of 13 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating 6,200 elementary, middle, and high school students. For over 15 years, we have a proven track record of preparing students for success in college and beyond.
Our schools are part of the free New Orleans public school system and enrollment is open to all students. As part of the national Knowledge Is Power Program (KIPP) network of 242 schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia, we are committed to partnering with the community to ensure that all children have the knowledge, skills and character they need to achieve their dreams while making the world a better place. We believe that great teachers and school leaders, a supportive learning environment, and an emphasis on both academics and character are the foundation for student success, and we strive to provide these for every child.
KIPP New Orleans Schools doesn’t stand for or support any anti-black or racist behavior. Anti-black or racist behavior won’t be tolerated. We recognize the importance of an inclusive environment and believe in providing programming that acknowledges racial injustices, biases and our own identities.
At KIPP New Orleans Schools, teachers, students, and families are all united around the same goal: building academically excellent schools & creating unlimited opportunities for every student in New Orleans. We believe that an excellent college-preparatory education will set students up for success in whatever life path they choose.
REACH
At KIPP New Orleans Schools, we are grounded in 5 beliefs – Relentlessness, Equity, Achievement, Community and Hope. These 5 beliefs guide the work that we do to provide academically excellent schools and unlimited opportunity for every student in New Orleans.
Job Description
KIPP New Orleans Schools is seeking a passionate, talented, and dedicated part-time substitute teachers for the 2021-2022 academic year. The part-time substitute teacher is responsible for providing classroom coverage for a teacher who is absent. The part-time substitute teacher works the regular hours of the absent classroom teacher during his/her absence. If you firmly believe that all students can learn, if you have a proven willingness to do whatever it takes to drive student achievement, if you thrive in an environment that is both collaborative and entrepreneurial, and if you are eager to work alongside passionate educators committed to creating an equitable and inclusive school environment, we want to hear from you.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Teaches content and skills in subject area utilizing designated curriculum;
- Execute lesson plans and supplementary materials provided upon arrival;
- Provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and subgroups of students;
- Prepares report cards, keeps appropriate and accurate records to include attendance reports, interims, and other record-keeping activities as necessary under the supervision of the administrative team;
- Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment;
- Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students;
- Supervises students in assigned out-of-classroom activities during the working day;
- Exemplify KIPP New Orleans Schools’ core values in all interactions with students and their families to demonstrate your commitment to students’ academic and behavioral success;
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Belief in the mission and values of KIPP New Orleans Schools;
- Two or more years of teaching experience (preferred); No certification is required but preference is given to those eligible for, or in possession of, appropriate Louisiana teaching certificate in the subject;
- Possess familiarity with content area and strong classroom management skills;
- Demonstrate knowledge of the principles and methodologies of effective teaching;
- Ability to work collaboratively with school team, families and community members;
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Skills and Characteristics
- Belief in the mission and values of KIPP New Orleans Schools’;
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs;
- Commitment to KIPP New Orleans Schools’ students, families, and staff;
- Willingness to do whatever it takes to help our students reach excellence;
- Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.
Additional Information
Substitute Teachers are part-time employees and are paid an hourly wage of $15.00/hour.
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