IMMEDIATE 25-26 Elementary Building Substitute at KIPP

Role Overview:The Building Substitute provides critical flexible support to students classrooms and the building at large that help our schools ensure that a) learning is maximized for students every day and b) successful smooth day-to-day operations. The Building Substitute will provide classroom coverage as needed and should be comfortable and confident stepping into lead quality instruction across a variety of classrooms (guidance and resources will be provided). The Building Substitute will also provide a variety of other support services that support the healthy functioning of the school including support with arrival dismissal and transitions general classroom assistance student supervision and support in common spaces (like lunch and recess) tutoring and small group learning and other relevant duties as assigned. The daily hours for this position are 8:00-4:30 daily. Candidates should note that while this is a one-year grant-funded role this position offers opportunities for growth; a number of past Building Substitutes at KPPS have gone on to serve as highly successful permanent lead teachers at our schools.  Key Responsibilities:Instructional SupportServe as a flexible substitute teacher providing short-term coverage for lead teachers across the buildingProvide high quality instructional support in whole group and small group settings as neededExhibit positive rapport with students parents families and staff and act as a role model for studentsTeach challenging engaging and differentiated lessons linked to state standardsEffectively leverage provided curricular resources and toolsCreate and foster a positive safe learning environment that incorporates the schools classroom management systems core values and code of conductDemonstrate strong pedagogy and effective classroom managementTrack student progress and use data to refine and inform instructionParticipate in all staff meetings coaching and professional development opportunitiesPerform clerical duties as required relating to attendance reports student reports and records etc.Be available for report card nights and other events involving parents/guardiansOther relevant duties as assigned by the school leaderSupplementary School SupportUnderstand and uphold school routines and proceduresSupport with student arrival dismissal transitions lunch and recessProvide basic operational and student support as needed to support the healthy functioning of the school including distribution or collection of materials communication organization of supplies etc.Other relevant duties as assigned by the school leaderQualifications : Who You Are:You love and see the high potential of all children.You have experience driving student growth and achievement and creating a warm inclusive rigorous learning environment.You have passion for facilitating professional learning including a desire to continuously grow and learn as a leader.You operate with cultural competence and a commitment to inclusion anti-racism and the eradication of anti-Blackness. You believe that teachers are the primary drivers of student growth learning and achievement.You have high expectations for students and teachers; and the ability to motivate inspire and hold others accountable.You are solution-orientated and have an eagerness to adapt in order to solve problems.You have strong classroom management skills.Qualifications:Bachelors degree required.Prior experience in educational settings required.Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks prior to start date:PA State Police ClearancePA Child Abuse ClearanceCogent Federal FingerprintingAdditional Information : Compensation: The salary for this position is $45000.00  All full-time team members at KPPS enjoy a comprehensive health benefits package (including vision and dental a telehealth option and flexible spending accounts) for themselves and their families as well as a 403B matching program for retirement savings and free access to financial advising services.Note To Applicants:KIPP Philadelphia Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Employees are selected on the basis of ability without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability marital status or sexual orientation in accordance with federal and state law.To apply visit Work : NoEmployment Type : Full-time Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Early Childhood Education,Classroom Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Preschool Experience,Special Education,Computer Literacy,Teaching,Cordova,Experience with Children,Toddler Care Experience: years Vacancy: 1