Permanent Substitute Teacher (Licensed)

Job Description

Open Position Details:

• Middle School
• High School

Reporting to the Principal, Permanent Substitute Teachers are responsible for performing many organizational and classroom management tasks to support both KIPP Memphis teachers and students. Substitute Teachers will perform additional duties, as necessary, to ensure that all students learn.

Key Responsibilities:

• Effectively communicate and coordinate with the instructor in order to assist in daily lesson plans
• Aid in preparing materials to be used for projects, including art and science
• Provide individual assistance to children in small groups to ensure an understanding of concepts
• Strictly adhere to the school's rules and policies
• Ensure the safety of the students within the classroom, on field trips, and throughout the campus
• Assist teachers in reviewing, grading and recording homework and tests
• Maintain, observe and assess each student's progress through assessments, and be aware of students who need more one-on-one guidance

Qualifications

Required:

• Valid teaching certification (licensed)

• Understanding of childhood development and steps to support children of various ages

• Ability to effectively communicate with teachers and parents regarding student's progress and behavior

• Strong organizational skills are essential to aid in preparing materials for several daily lesson plans

• Personal accountability and patience are essential when working with children daily in a classroom environment

• Ability to prioritize activities quickly and support the teacher in instances that are exceptionally busy

• Basic writing, math and science skills are necessary to assist in teaching students and answering their questions

• Ability to manage potentially challenging behavior from students and maintain a professional and patient demeanor

• Experience fostering positive relationships with children and adults in a learning environment

Preferred:

• Experience working with children in a similar demographic area

Work Hours:

• 7:45am - 3:45pm

Salary:

• Commensurate with experience and if applicable, certification

Additional Information

ADA Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and actively monitoring student behavior while teaching
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to traverse classroom and adjust height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child
• Must be able to facilitate classroom transitions by walking through hallways and up and down stairs with students

KIPP Memphis is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school. KIPP Memphis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.

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