[Immediate] Elementary Art Teacher [SY 25-26] at KIPP

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Art Education, Curriculum Development, Student Assessment, Classroom Management, Communication, Professional Development, Differentiation, Instructional Technology, Social Emotional Learning, Collaboration, Antiracism, Performance Planning, Feedback, Growth Mindset, Urban Education, Community Engagement

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Company Description At KIPP Chicago, we are guided by a simple, yet powerful mission: 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 campuses are located in the Austin, Englewood, North Lawndale, and West Humboldt Park neighborhoods. KIPP Chicago also advises over 2000 KIPP alumni currently in high school or college through our KIPP Forward program. For more data and information about our successes and vision for the future, visit www.kippchicago.org Job Description KIPP Chicago Elementary Art Teachers At KIPP Chicago our elementary students have daily class experiences in non-academic subject areas, and we call these “Excellence Classes.” Different positions are open at each school, including Music Teacher, Drama Teacher, Dance Teacher, and Art Teacher. There are pre-existing curricula that have been used successfully and the content and structure of the class are determined largely by your expertise as the teacher. All of the positions require participating in and leading school-wide performances and shows throughout the year. As a KIPP Chicago Teacher, your core responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Mission Alignment A belief that all students can and will be successful A growth mindset about oneself and all others at the school, including a commitment to professional growth and development A commitment to the mission and vision of KIPP Chicago and the pursuit of antiracism in our schools and work together Regular and reliable on-site attendance is essential to performing the responsibilities of this role. Curriculum and Instruction Use our aligned regional curriculum for all subject areas, including assessing students in accordance with aligned curriculum Use progress-monitoring tools to analyze student results for the purpose of modifying and adjusting instruction Provide students with daily feedback on performance and plan for individual learning needs Use best practices, including differentiation with instructional technology and other techniques, to execute engaging instruction at a rigorous level for all students Care of Students and Commitment to School and Classroom Culture Ensure that all students are affirmed, valued, and challenged every day Use best practices in alignment with school-wide systems to manage student behavior and create a safe, warm, demanding, and joyful classroom environment Establish and maintain strong lines of communication with students and their families and share progress Help develop school-wide culture that best fits the needs of our students, staff, and families As a KIPP Chicago Teacher, you can look forward to the following supports in your work: A recent model of an Apple Mac laptop computer A stipend to support the cost of mobile phone usage A daily prep period each day Time each week devoted to analyzing student data and planning responsive instruction School-wide Social Emotional Learning curriculum and practices Regular professional development rooted in antiracist practices and aligned to curriculum or role competencies. Principals and assistant principals who are routinely present throughout the building and day Weekly collaboration with grade level and content teams A team of ambitious, talented staff committed to our important work Qualifications The requirements for an Elementary Art Teacher are: Bachelor’s degree (required) Illinois Professional Educators License and Art or Elementary Education Endorsement (required) At least two years’ prior success teaching in urban communities (strongly preferred) A cleared CPS Background check before start of employment (required) Additional Information COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS KIPP Chicago Schools offers a competitive compensation and benefits package: Salaries based experience related to role and responsibilities Competitive rates for medical insurance and short-term disability insurance. Dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability insurance are offered at no cost. Competitive retirement savings benefits For more detail about our Salaries and Benefits at KIPP Chicago, visit our website: https://kippchicago.org/join-our-team/ STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION KIPP Chicago Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. KIPP Chicago does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Responsibilities

As a KIPP Chicago Teacher, you will be responsible for using the aligned regional curriculum to assess and instruct students while providing daily feedback on their performance. You will also ensure a safe and joyful classroom environment and maintain strong communication with students and families.