Position Description: The Kindezi Teacher develops and delivers high-quality, data-driven differentiated instruction for students with exceptionalities while fostering a positive learning environment.
Reports to: Assistant Principal of Exceptional Education
Performance Responsibilities
Instruction
? Develop and deliver high-quality instruction in one or more subject areas
? Plan and execute field trips and project-based learning opportunities
? Analyze data and develop action plans to constantly improve student achievement through rigorous and meaningful differentiated instruction.
? Ensure that all IEPs are met to support the individual needs of the student.
? Maintain a positive learning environment that cultivates both the academic and socio-emotional needs of the students.
? Maintain a positive classroom culture with tier one interventions in place
? Strive to meet network and school-based academic and social-emotional learning goals
Professionalism
? Actively participate in instructional coaching sessions, Professional Development, and lesson planning clinics
? Be prompt and present daily; eager to participate in a carpool, parent meetings, and other school functions that require student supervision after hours.
? Develop meaningful relationships with students and their families by keeping them informed on education-related issues and school events
? Openly collaborate with partner teacher and grade level team
Key Attributes
? Values that align with the Kindezi model and goals
? Demonstrated commitment to increasing student achievement and supporting the social-emotional needs of students
? Dedicated, reflective thinker with a growth mindset
? High academic expectations; Believes that all students deserve an equitable education experience no matter their circumstances.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
? Be a United States citizen or otherwise have authorization to work in the United States
? Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education (2.5+ GPA)
? Have the ability to pass an Atlanta Public Schools background check and obtain a GaPSC-issued clearance certificate
Required Certifications
? Active Level 4 teacher certification issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission highly required, or have reciprocity eligibility
Work Experience
? 3+ years of teaching experience in an urban environment preferred
Compensation/Benefits
? Compensation aligned with The Kindezi Schools’ salary schedule
? Teacher Retirement System (TRS) pension, 403b plan, paid time off, health, vision, and dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and short and long-term disability benefits.
Job Classification
? Work Days: 190
? Salaried, Full-Time, Exempt
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Education Management
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