K-8 PE Teacher (SY25-26)

K-8 PE Teacher (SY25-26)

Full-time

Start Date: Next year opening

Department: Teacher

Company Description

KIPP Minnesota Overview

KIPP Minnesota Public Schools is one of 28 regional locations in a national network of high-performing college-preparatory schools across the nation. KIPP Minnesota was established in 2008, serving grades Kindergarten through 8th on our North Star campus in Minneapolis. KIPP MN's vision is that every child grows up to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. Our mission is, together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choosecollege, career, and beyondso they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Job Description

Position Overview

As the Physical Education Teacher you are a member of the KIPP Minnesota Instructional Team and will directly lead instruction with students. The Physical Education Teacher will plan and execute high-quality daily lessons that lead to high levels of student achievement in addition to building and supporting a school-wide culture of excellence. This is a full-time position, based at KIPP North Star Academy.

Primary Responsibilities

• Implement the school-wide student management policies within classrooms and everywhere on campus
• Create and teach highly rigorous and engaging lessons in the elective area of Physical Education.
• Assist in the development of curriculum standards and mapping
• Establish and maintain strong communication lines with all parents/families
• Create a classroom environment that is warm and demanding
• Maintain a neat, clean classroom environment and a high level of professionalism
• Perform morning, lunch, and afternoon duties as assigned and attend all staff meetings
• With support from school leaders, use data to drive instructional practices to constantly improve student achievement and instruction
• Seek to constantly develop and improve teaching practices through ongoing feedback conversations with School Leaders and other school faculty within KIPP Minnesota

Qualifications

Desired Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in the educational field
• MN teaching license in K-8 Physical Education
• Experience with multiple instructional designs and differentiated instruction.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to build successful relationships with students, parents and staff.

Highly Preferred

• Experience working in historically educationally underserved communities and communities of color

Additional Information

Compensation

Salary: $44,880+

How to Apply

We are committed to hiring a diverse, multicultural leadership team and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. Please apply online here.

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