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  5. John F. Kennedy High School Special Education Teacher (Gifted) Full/Part Time
  • ID
    #5115421
  • Job type
    Full-time
  • Salary
    TBD
  • Source
    KIPP
  • Date
    2020-10-23
  • Deadline
    2020-12-22

John F. Kennedy High School Special Education Teacher (Gifted) Full/Part Time

 New Jersey, Neworleans 00000 Neworleans USA
 
Full-time

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Job Description

KIPP New Orleans teachers see an opportunity to have a positive impact on the lives of students and families by preparing students for success in college and beyond. If you share in our belief and deep commitment to this vision, if you have a proven willingness to do whatever it takes for students to achieve, if you thrive in an environment with like-minded teachers, then you are already a KIPP teacher.

We are looking for a certified gifted teacher that can combine the ability to motivate and educate, to develop academic as well as character skills, and to make a college preparatory education relevant both now and for the future.This teacher should have at least two years teaching experience with gifted students and a desire to make a difference in the lives of students in New Orleans.

Responsibilities

Teach students identified as gifted and talented in a high quality, engaging way Create and foster a positive learning environment and exhibit positive rapport with students Hold high expectations for each student while implementing the school wide student management policies within classrooms and everywhere on campus Constantly assess student progress, and communicate results to families and colleagues Provide individual or small group instruction for students who need additional assistance Establish and maintain strong lines of communication with parents Remain on-call in the evenings (via school cell phone) to provide student support Model the school’s values in all communications with students, families, and staff Assist in development of curriculum standards and mapping Be prepared to do whatever it takes for students to excel Commit to constant professional and personal growth through working closely as part of a team of teachers Work well on a team faced with the challenge of building and maintaining a school collaboratively

Qualifications

·Possess a valid gifted teacher certification (required)·Bachelor’s degree (required)·Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of traditionally under-served students (strongly preferred)·Experience working in urban schools (preferred)·Belief in the mission and values of KIPP — that we not only can, but must, revolutionize education in New Orleans – along with zest, grit, hope, love, social intelligence, gratitude, and a sense of humor·An incredible work ethic and a passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture

Additional Information

Open to full time and part time candidates

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.

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