• Planning and implementing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum aligned with Common Core standards.
• Bringing joy and hope to the classroom.
• Committing to constant professional and personal growth through reflection, feedback, and collaboration.
• Constantly assessing student progress, communicating results to families and colleagues, and adjusting instruction accordingly.
• Modeling a “whatever it takes” spirit to ensure that each student is successful.
• Modeling KIPP NYC’s character strengths in all interactions and communications with students, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a collegial working environment and a healthy measure of the character traits we value: zest, grit, hope, love, social intelligence, gratitude and a sense of humor.
• At least two years of teaching experience strongly preferred.
• New York State teacher certification in the appropriate content area.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.
• A strong desire to become a better teacher by joining the KIPP NYC team and family.
• Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of students from the communities KIPP NYC serves.