Primary School Teacher
Location: Houston, Texas
Description: KIPP Houston is at present looking to employ Primary School Teacher right now, this job will be designated in Texas. More complete informations about this job opportunity please read the description below. KIPP Houston Public Schools is hiring for lead primary school teachers at its eight primary schools for the 2013-14 school year. We are looking for lead teachers in all grade levels PreK3 through! 4
th
grade. To see a full listing of open positions and to apply, visit
www.kipphouston.org/careers/apply
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ROLE OVERVIEW:
A KIPP Houston Public Schools Teacher will provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.
This position furthers the mission of KIPP Houston Public Schools because it helps ensure that all students are equipped with the right tools and a safe environment to learn.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
The Teacher will:
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Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
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Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
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Prepare lessons t! hat reflect best practices and accommodations for individual d! ifferences of students
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Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor
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Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
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Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to communicate these objectives to the students
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Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with best practices, specific content knowledge, the physical limitations of the space provided, and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
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Strive to implement, by instruction and action, the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
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Assess student learning, through observations, authentic perform! ance, and more formal methods, in an ongoing manner, providing frequent student feedback, information to parents and written progress reports
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Utilize diagnostic assessment tools to identify learning strengths and needs of every student, on a regular basis, for the purpose of intervention and/or acceleration toward academic and leadership standards
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See the assistance of Student Support Services, S
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, as needed
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Take necessary and reasonable precautions to assure safety in the classroom and the school for all students
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Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
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Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
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Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior
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Maintain order in the classroom i! n a fair and just manner
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Make provisions for bein! g available to the students and to the parents for education-related purposes outside of the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
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Provide time in the evening, by phone, for questions and concerns that students and/or parents may have regarding education-related issues that could not be handled during the school day
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Plan and supervise a purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s), teaching fellow(s), and co-teachers(s), while coaching and supporting their professional growth
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Maintain and improve professional competence
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Participate in all professional development opportunities
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Actively participate in team meeting sand serve on staff committees
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Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues
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Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and community member! s
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Perform other job-related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Knowledge:
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Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
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Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate for level and/or subject area of assignment, if applicable
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Must be considered highly-qualified based on NCLB guidelines, if applicable
Skills:
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Ability to establish rapport with families and children
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Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative
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Ability to work both on broad-based strategy and everyday details
Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district
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Independent, self-starter with a strong focus o! n student development and a passion for working with underserved studen! t populations and their families
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Proven written and verbal communication skills with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district
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Strong organizational and planning skills
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Possession of a passionate and loving attitude toward all children
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Possession of a belief in inquiry-based learning and constructivist methods
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Possession of a sense of urgency to do whatever it takes to assure that every student gets to and through college
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Commitment to the vision, mission, values and goals of KIPP Houston
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Motivation to grow as an educational professional
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Desire to implement curriculum, instruction, and assessment that is cutting-edge based on educational research
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Willingness to be an active member of a professional learning community focused on action research within the school ! and the classroom
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Responsiveness; Follow-up and follow-through with students, families, and faculty members is essential
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
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Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines
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Ability to travel throughout the district and the city
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Valid Texas Driver license with appropriate insurance coverage
Physical and Mental Demands:
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Ability to adjust to the eye and bring an object into focus; judge distance (close and distant)
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Ability to reach with arms extended and use hands to manipulate a keyboard
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Ability to see for purpose of reading printed matter
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Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels
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Ability to communicate so that others are able to clearly underst! and a normal conversation
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Ability to operate offic! e equipment
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Ability to lift and carry up to 10 lbs, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, bend, climb, and/or be mobile
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Ability to stand for extended periods of time
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If you were eligible to this job, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to KIPP Houston.
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This job will be opened on: Sat, 25 May 2013 01:39:10 GMT
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