Teaching Specialist

POSITION DESCRIPTION: TEACHING SPECIALIST

In 2012, Sal Khan wrote The One World Schoolhouse, in which he outlines how modern education developed and how Khan Academy came to be. But, most importantly, the book outlines a vision for the future of both in-person and online education given the tools we have and the need for many more people to participate in the knowledge economy. In 2014, He founded Khan Lab School to test and refine these ideas in an actual school setting.

Today, Khan Lab School has expanded to Wichita, KS as a 4th to 9th grade independent school that’s housed inside of the brand new Wichita Learning Lab. The Lower School (4th-5th) cohort and Middle School (6th-8th) cohort will work in person. The High School (9th grade) will be a hybrid cohort that operates in-person and virtually with classmates across the Khan Schools Network.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

Teaching Specialists at Khan Lab School support students in their learning of core subjects, including, but not limited to, mathematics, history, science, computer science, and English with activities that enhance the classroom experience. While it is preferred if you specialize in STEM or Humanities, you may be required to work with students in other subject areas. Classes consist of project-based activities, seminar discussions, guided support, and real-world experiences.

SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach up to 3 cohorts of lower school, middle school, and upper school classes to mixed grade levels.
• Develop curriculum and units for 4th-9th grade students based on Kansas Board of Education Standards, Khan Academy, and other professional resources.
• Administer a range of assessments, including multiple choice quizzes/tests, short answer problems, laboratory reports, and longer-term projects.
• Lead an Advisory of approximately 8-10 students. Work with students on social emotional and executive functioning skills and build authentic relationships with students.
• Complete duties as assigned by the Wichita school director including, but not limited to, lunch supervision, goal time supervision, car drop-off/pick-up, mid-morning break, and front desk coverage.
• Attend faculty meetings and professional development on Fridays.
• Teach a trimester elective or facilitate a club, organization, or activity at Khan Lab School to be identified with the Wichita School Director.
• Create real-world projects that are relevant to students and apply the knowledge they’ve learned or are learning through asynchronous curriculum and in-class activities.
• Model professional and ethical standards when working with students, parents, peers, and community.
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and learning needs.
• Use assessment data effectively to inform and guide learning and to provide ongoing feedback to students and complete progress reports.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with students, families, teachers, and other professionals on a regular basis about student progress.
• Invest in the life of the school by participating in professional development, team meetings, school events, and any and all aspects that support student growth.
• Assist in developing school curriculum over the summer.
• Other related duties, as needed.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• At least one year of prior teaching experience is required.
• Able to frequently lift or pull desks and chairs as part of daily organizational tasks.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule including, when necessary, evenings, weekends, and over summer.
• Consistently practice safe work habits with all school equipment.

PHYSICAL WORK REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25 pounds as some regular organizational tasks involve moving desks, chairs, electronics, paperwork and other supplies and equipment, as needed.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
• Capability of occasionally moving about inside an office setting to access files, office machinery, etc.
• Ability to proficiently and frequently operate a computer and keyboard as well as other office equipment such as calculators, copy machines, printers, and projectors.
• Consistently practice safe working habits while using school supplies, equipment, and electronics as well as the ability to maintain a safe and hazard-free workstation for yourself and others at the school.
• Occasionally required to work weekends, nights, or on-call for special events that are sometimes held outside and require the ability and willingness to work in all weather conditions at any time of the year.
• Ability to properly communicate information and ideas so other people can understand as well as the ability to ascertain and understand information communicated from others.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Khan Lab School is a community of learners and partners that have a deep commitment to their work. We get things done and believe that in our highly collaborative environment anything is possible. All our decisions are made through the lens of what is best for our students. We tackle tough questions without ego, are results oriented, and have high expectations for school and our students.

POSITION DETAILS:

• Start Date: January 2024
• Location: Wichita, KS
• Number of Positions to Fill: 3
• Employment Status: Full-time; Exempt
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement plan, and basic life insurance.

APPLY NOW:

To qualify, please provide a resume and a letter of interest using the job link on our school’s Careers webpage. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated familiarity with Sal Khan’s school model outlined in his book The One World Schoolhouse.

Khan Lab School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, place of national origin, sex, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity, gender expression, and transgender), religion (beliefs, observances, or practices, including religious dress or grooming), marital status, registered domestic partner status, ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities, medical conditions, and/or military or veteran status in its employment practices or any other considerations made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.