KIPP

Runs public charter schools nationwide

High School World History Teacher

K-12 TeachingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeIndianapolis, IN, USA$50kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A valid Indiana teaching license or an out-of-state license with the reciprocity process underway is required.
A bachelor's degree in history or a related field is required.
A strong record of helping students from underserved neighborhoods achieve academic success is required.
Experience analyzing student data and using data to inform instruction is required.
A strong knowledge of the content area and satisfaction of all required educator standards for the content are required.
The candidate must pass a criminal background check as required by law.
The candidate must demonstrate strong content knowledge and the ability to facilitate inquiry and evidence-based reasoning.
The candidate must be able to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
The candidate must demonstrate cultural competency and the ability to create inclusive learning environments.
The candidate must be committed to high expectations, opportunity, and belief in the potential of all students.
The candidate must demonstrate reliability, sound judgment, integrity, preparedness, and follow-through while meeting school and network expectations.
The candidate must actively engage in coaching, seek and incorporate feedback, reflect on practice, and apply professional-development learning to improve student outcomes.
The candidate must arrive at school by 8:10 a.m.
The candidate must attend professional development, including summer onboarding.
The candidate must track and analyze student data regularly and attend team meetings.
The candidate must fulfill all expectations outlined in the KIPP Employee Handbook.

Responsibilities

Deliver effective, rigorous instruction in the assigned content area to produce high-quality results and student understanding.
Demonstrate understanding of student learning and effective teaching strategies.
Regularly track student data.
Maintain an organized and focused learning environment.
Use state standards to develop curriculum and lesson plans.
Implement student management policies in classrooms and throughout campus.
Create and foster a positive learning environment.
Establish and maintain strong communication with families.
Attend school-wide events, including open houses, family conferences, and other events involving families.
Consistently use assessment and data to set goals, inform decisions, and engage students in their progress.
Perform classroom-related duties, including clerical duties involving textbooks, instructional supplies, student reports and records, and attendance reports.
Prioritize instructional practices that provide real-time feedback to students.
Use formative assessment data to inform short- and long-term instructional decisions that promote all students' academic performance.
Embrace and incorporate feedback to support continuous improvement.
Partner with applicable stakeholders to appropriately scaffold learning for Multilingual Learners and Diverse Learners.

Desired Qualifications

A minimum of 2–5 years of teaching experience in an urban public school is preferred.
Experience teaching in a public high school setting is preferred.

Job Description

We are looking for a highly dedicated high school educator who has a track record of instructional excellence and who is willing to continuously go above and beyond for students. KIPP Indy teachers are responsible for delivering effective, rigorous instruction in their content areas that produce high-quality results and student understanding.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrate a strong understanding of student learning and effective teaching strategies
Regularly tracking student data
Maintain an organized and focused learning environment
Utilize state standards to develop curriculum and lesson plans based on these standards
Implement student management policies within classrooms and everywhere on campus
Create and foster a positive learning environment
Establish and maintain strong communication lines with all families
Attend school-wide events, such as open houses, family conferences, and other events involving families
Consistently use assessment and data to set goals, inform decisions, and invest students in their progress
Perform all duties related to your classroom including clerical duties relating to textbooks, instructional supplies, student reports and records, attendance reports, etc.
Prioritize instructional practices that enable real-time feedback to students
Use formative assessment data to inform both short and long-term instructional decisions that promote all students’ academic performance
Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of constant improvement
Partner with applicable stakeholders to appropriately scaffold for all learners (Multilingual Learners, Diverse Learners)

EXPECTATIONS

Arrive at school by 8:10 a.m.
Attend professional development, including summer onboarding.
Track and analyze student data regularly and attend team meetings.
Fulfill all expectations outlined in the KIPP Employee Handbook.

COMPETENCIES

Strong content knowledge and ability to facilitate inquiry and evidence-based reasoning.
Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
Cultural competency and the ability to create inclusive learning environments.
commitment to high expectations and opportunity and belief in the potential of all students.
Demonstrates reliability, sound judgment, integrity, preparedness, and follow-through while meeting school and network expectations.
Actively engages in coaching, seeks and incorporates feedback, reflects on practice, and applies learning from professional development to improve student outcomes.

Qualifications

Valid Indiana teaching license or reciprocity process underway for a valid out-of-state license (required)
Bachelor’s degree in history or related field (required)
Minimum of 2-5 years teaching in an urban public school (preferred)
Experience teaching in a public high school setting (preferred)
Strong record of helping students from under-served neighborhoods achieve academic success
Experience in analyzing student data and using data to inform instruction
Unquestioned integrity and commitment to the KIPP Indy mission and community
Possess a strong knowledge of the content area and have met all required educator standards for their content
Pass a criminal background check, as required by law

Additional Information

Licensed teacher starting at $50,000
Salary is commensurate with experience and includes a highly competitive benefits package. Opportunities for performance-based bonuses are also available.

Benefits Include: 

Up to 12-weeks paid parenting leave

Two PPO Health Plan Options

Vision

Dental

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Licensure & Tuition Assistance

403B/401K Roth Retirement Options with employer match up to 10%

Employee Assistance Program

Extended Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off with unlimited rollover

End of the year Merit Increase

Annual Wellness Screenings

KIPP Indy Legacy High is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About the Company

KIPP

Runs public charter schools nationwide

KIPP is a network of public charter schools that operates 279 schools across the United States, serving more than 210,000 students and alumni and supported by over 16,000 educators. The organization runs college-preparatory programs focused on long-term student growth and success. Its programs provide rigorous K-12 instruction, with an emphasis on building strong academic skills, character development, and college access. Rather than a single product, KIPP’s value comes from its school network, shared curriculum, professional development for teachers, and a commitment to expanding public education in underserved communities. The goal is to provide high-quality education, improve student outcomes, and expand access to public charter schools for more students.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: New York City, New York
Founded: 2000

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