SY 26/27 Junior/Senior Seminar Teacher

Company Description

About KIPP Kansas City Public Schools:

KIPP Kansas City Public Schools is part of a nationwide network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory charter schools dedicated to preparing students in educationally underserved communities for success in college and life. Our strength as a region serves as a catalyst for empowerment, change, and hope.

Founded in 2007, KIPP Kansas City Public Schools began with KIPP Endeavor Academy, serving approximately 31 fifth-grade students. Today, we educate approximately 1,000 students from Pre-K through 12th grade, with our community continuing to expand. Together with families and communities, we strive to create joyful, academically excellent schools that equip students with the skills and confidence to pursue their chosen paths—whether college, career, or beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and contribute to a more just world.

Job Description

Position Overview:

The Junior/Senior Seminar teacher  will support students in the drive towards academic and culture-related goals in pursuit of supporting KIPP KC in meeting charter and One KIPP goals. This teacher is also responsible for communicating and tracking the knowledge  and skills that  lead  to post secondary success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instructional Delivery and Assessment
• Develop or internalize year-long Missouri State standards-based (or other curriculum-based), backwards-planned unit plans and lesson plans that meet all students’ learning needs
• Use assessment data to modify short and long-term plans in order to promote all students’ academic performance
• Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of constant improvement
• Maintain accurate records, grade book, and data tracking systems

Academic and Cultural Support

• Assume personal responsibility for student achievement
• Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor
• Establish and maintain working relationships with students and families based on trust and respect
• Participate in the daily functions of the school such as morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties
• Attend critical school events such as staff meetings, open houses, and student-led parent conferences
• Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines

School Culture & Engagement

• Foster a positive school culture that supports student learning and staff development.
• Engage families and community members in the education process, enhancing the school's impact on students and the community.
• College-Going Environment: Maintain a rigorous, connection-based environment that mirrors the expectations of higher education.
• Behavioral Systems: Leverage school-wide systems to develop a positive learning culture and address breaches to culture through restorative practices and clear expectations.

Strategic Planning & Instruction

• Collaborate with the Director of College Counseling  and other key stakeholders to set clear goals for school performance and student achievement.
• Monitor and report on school performance, implementing strategies for improvement and growth.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive culture within the classroom
• Provide small-group career and postsecondary counseling in pull-out within classroom setting or other structures to explore career options based on an interest and aptitude assessment; complete individualized in-depth career plans; set up career-exposure learning opportunities, where possible
• Maintain accurate student grades/records and strong lines of communication with students and families regularly regarding students’ growth and progress
• Attend IEP exit meetings for all seniors, providing insight into each student’s transition plan and postsecondary goals
• Where available, participate in grade-level meetings and instructional professional development with other 12th grade faculty and staff

Real World Learning Integration

• Ensure the effective operation of the high school, including resource allocation, staff management, and compliance with all state and federal regulations.
• Support the school’s "Future-Ready" vision by embedding MVAs into the core curriculum across all pathways (Work Experiences, Dual Credit, IRCs, and Entrepreneurial Experiences, Capstone Projects).
• Ensure RWL data is accurately tracked and reported for the One KIPP standards of the Missouri School Improvement Plan.
• Teach DESE required financial literacy course and other required KIPP One curriculum
• Ensure the effective operation of the high school, including RWL field experiences and college tours

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