KIPP – English Language Development (ELD) Teacher – High School – East Palo Alto (24-25)

KIPP Public Schools Northern California - San Mateo

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Application Deadline

7/1/2024 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted

1/30/2024

Contact

Talent Team

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay dependent on experience

Add’l Salary Info

Competitive – based on experience

Length of Work Year

12 months + beyond

Employment Type

Full Time

About the Employer About KIPP Public Schools Northern California We are a thriving nonprofit network of 17 free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical partner in making their vision a reality. 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. Our student community consists of over 6,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, Redwood City, and Stockton. Our student community demographics are: 94% identify as students of color, 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are English language learners, and 10% receive special education services. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students’ diversity. Job Summary Job Summary Position Summary Our schools are looking for talented and committed candidates to play a key role in the development of instructional practice that results in strong student learning outcomes. The ideal candidate would be able to provide Designated ELD instruction and collaborate with other grade level teachers on Integrated ELD. Instruction (70%) Plan and teach language classes of 5-20 students (K-8) using the recommended Systematic ELD curriculum. Administer progress monitoring curricular assessments and implement data informed instruction. Collaborate with schools’ ELD coordinators on student proficiency groupings, schedules, and performance. Collaborate with other grade-level teachers to review student data and plan appropriate language supports. Identify students who are not progressing and provide additional tier 2 language and literacy support. Attend quarterly PLCs with other ELD teachers and the regional Academics Team. Communicate with parents about ML student progress. Compliance (30%) Complete quarterly progress reports for current ML students. Coordinate and administer Initial and Summative ELPAC assessment. Draft and share assessment headlines with teachers after each testing round. Participate & lead in annual reclassification review process. Participate in IEP meetings for dual identified students (complete ML teacher input form pre meeting, recommend and record SBAC testing accommodations, share progress toward language goals and give insight into how language may impact or be impacted by the student’s disability). Requirements / Qualifications Requirements / Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

Minimum of three years of effective teaching experience

Experience as an educator teaching Black and Brown students

Education:

Current CA Teaching Credential plus CLAD or BCLAD

Knowledge/skills required:

Knowledge of CA ELD standards and phonics instruction (recommended).

Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and collaborating

Ability, willingness, and flexibility to meet the teacher’s needs for support

Model KIPP values

Be committed to being an anti-racist educator and have an understanding of cultural, cognitive, linguistic and gender diversity

Believe all students can achieve at the highest academic levels

Skilled in building relationships with teachers and other stakeholders and communicating with various stakeholders

Contribute to a relentless and dedicated team of outstanding professionals

Have proficient knowledge of Google Suite applications (Google Classroom, Hangout, Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)

Have the ability to learn and utilize instructional technology to support in-class and distance learning (i.e. Zoom, Nearpod)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

Minimum of three years of effective teaching experience

Experience as an educator teaching Black and Brown students

Education:

Current CA Teaching Credential plus CLAD or BCLAD

Knowledge/skills required:

Knowledge of CA ELD standards and phonics instruction (recommended).

Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and collaborating

Ability, willingness, and flexibility to meet the teacher’s needs for support

Model KIPP values

Be committed to being an anti-racist educator and have an understanding of cultural, cognitive, linguistic and gender diversity

Believe all students can achieve at the highest academic levels

Skilled in building relationships with teachers and other stakeholders and communicating with various stakeholders

Contribute to a relentless and dedicated team of outstanding professionals

Have proficient knowledge of Google Suite applications (Google Classroom, Hangout, Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)

Have the ability to learn and utilize instructional technology to support in-class and distance learning (i.e. Zoom, Nearpod)

Comments and Other Information Please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking apply on this page. Questions? Email [email protected] Comments and Other Information Please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking apply on this page. Questions? Email [email protected]

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