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Company DescriptionAbout KIPP New JerseyKIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized "Knowledge Is Power Program" network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. In 2002, KIPP New Jersey first opened its doors in Newark's South Ward as a single class of 80 fifth graders and has since grown to educate students in grades K-12 across 18 schools in Newark, Camden, and Paterson. More than 90% of KIPP New Jersey students currently qualify for free or reduced meals.
Job DescriptionTeacher in Residence (TiR)KIPP New Jersey has designed the Teacher in Residence program to help aspiring teachers to get hands-on experience and the certification they need to become excellent teachers at KIPP's world-class schools. As a TiR, you will fuse theory and practice as you work alongside experienced teachers in the classroom while earning your teaching certification. Here's what you'll be doing:
Joining our schools as a teacher in residence comes with the opportunity for significant growth and development but with great power comes great responsibility. Your role as a Teacher in Residence (TiR) will involve a number of responsibilities which include but are not limited to: Work closely with an experienced lead classroom teacher to create lesson plans, teach, and reflect on lessons as well as assess and collect and use data to informBuild positive relationships with students and families to become part of your school communityProvide small group instructionAssist with diagnostic and progress monitoring testing across the schoolCommunicate consistently with families about student progressAttend and actively participate in professional development opportunities to support continuous growthQualificationsSkills and MindsetsA belief in every student's limitless potential. An interest in working with students from diverse economic and cultural backgrounds.
A collaborative attitude towards teaching and learning.
A belief that all students deserve a world class education which can be achieved through education reformYou have the passion and drive to work with students and put them on a path to college and beyondAbility to become certified in the State of New Jersey and pass the state licensure examSome experience working with childrenCertification RequirementsIn order to be eligible for hire, all general education teaching candidates must meet the following criteria (details below):
Hold a valid teaching certification in NJ -or-Meet The GPA RequirementGPA RequirementIf you graduated after September 2016:
Have a bachelor's or master's GPA on a conferred degree that is ≥ 3.0 -or- Have a bachelor's or master's GPA on a conferred degree that is between 2.75 and 3.0 AND demonstrate that you have passed all required Praxis exams with a +10% passing score (super scores)If you graduated before September 2016:
Have a bachelor's or master's GPA on a conferred degree that is ≥ 2.75 Additional InformationCompensation & BenefitsKIPP NJ offers competitive salaries to newly hired lead teachers. Salaries are based on prior experience and in accordance with certification requirements. KIPP NJ offers a competitive salary of $48,000 for teacher in residence positions in Newark.
In addition to a competitive salary, KIPP NJ offers a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, the following: Robust benefits that include medical, dental, and vision Participation in the New Jersey Teachers Pension and Annuity Fund, provided appropriate teacher certificationOptional participation in the KIPP NJ 403b retirement plan, including matching contributionsA school-issued laptopGenerous Time-Off including 3.5-4 school vacation weeks (depending on the year), allocated sick and personal days, and an extended summer break Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave for primary caregiversEmployer paid life insurance and short term/long term disabilityKIPP New Jersey | KIPP Miami is an equal opportunity employer. All personal information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #LI-NJ
Job DescriptionTeacher in Residence (TiR)KIPP New Jersey has designed the Teacher in Residence program to help aspiring teachers to get hands-on experience and the certification they need to become excellent teachers at KIPP's world-class schools. As a TiR, you will fuse theory and practice as you work alongside experienced teachers in the classroom while earning your teaching certification. Here's what you'll be doing:
Joining our schools as a teacher in residence comes with the opportunity for significant growth and development but with great power comes great responsibility. Your role as a Teacher in Residence (TiR) will involve a number of responsibilities which include but are not limited to: Work closely with an experienced lead classroom teacher to create lesson plans, teach, and reflect on lessons as well as assess and collect and use data to informBuild positive relationships with students and families to become part of your school communityProvide small group instructionAssist with diagnostic and progress monitoring testing across the schoolCommunicate consistently with families about student progressAttend and actively participate in professional development opportunities to support continuous growthQualificationsSkills and MindsetsA belief in every student's limitless potential. An interest in working with students from diverse economic and cultural backgrounds.
A collaborative attitude towards teaching and learning.
A belief that all students deserve a world class education which can be achieved through education reformYou have the passion and drive to work with students and put them on a path to college and beyondAbility to become certified in the State of New Jersey and pass the state licensure examSome experience working with childrenCertification RequirementsIn order to be eligible for hire, all general education teaching candidates must meet the following criteria (details below):
Hold a valid teaching certification in NJ -or-Meet The GPA RequirementGPA RequirementIf you graduated after September 2016:
Have a bachelor's or master's GPA on a conferred degree that is ≥ 3.0 -or- Have a bachelor's or master's GPA on a conferred degree that is between 2.75 and 3.0 AND demonstrate that you have passed all required Praxis exams with a +10% passing score (super scores)If you graduated before September 2016:
Have a bachelor's or master's GPA on a conferred degree that is ≥ 2.75 Additional InformationCompensation & BenefitsKIPP NJ offers competitive salaries to newly hired lead teachers. Salaries are based on prior experience and in accordance with certification requirements. KIPP NJ offers a competitive salary of $48,000 for teacher in residence positions in Newark.
In addition to a competitive salary, KIPP NJ offers a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, the following: Robust benefits that include medical, dental, and vision Participation in the New Jersey Teachers Pension and Annuity Fund, provided appropriate teacher certificationOptional participation in the KIPP NJ 403b retirement plan, including matching contributionsA school-issued laptopGenerous Time-Off including 3.5-4 school vacation weeks (depending on the year), allocated sick and personal days, and an extended summer break Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave for primary caregiversEmployer paid life insurance and short term/long term disabilityKIPP New Jersey | KIPP Miami is an equal opportunity employer. All personal information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #LI-NJ