Middle School Enrichment Teacher: Newark, NJ

Job Description
We’re growing!
We are looking for teachers for all grade levels (5-8) for existing and founding schools!
Here’s what you need to know:       
Our middle school is seeking awe-inspiring teachers to guide our students as they climb the mountain to college and beyond. Our teachers are dynamic leaders both in and outside of their classroom. They love students, working with families and the community they serve. 
 
Middle School Enrichment Teacher
KIPP New Jersey is looking for a motivated teacher with a track record of molding future leaders in our communities. You are passionate about education and understand the importance of building strong relationships in generating student achievement. You are dedicated to going above and beyond to ensure our students succeed. 
We are seeking experts in one of the following content areas:
Art
Computer Science
Dance
Financial Literacy
Foreign Language
Music
Performing Arts
Physical Education
Social Justice
Social Emotional Learning
STEM/Robotics
Here’s what you’ll be doing:
Joining our schools as a teacher comes with a lot of growth opportunities, but with great power comes great responsibility. Your role as a teacher will involve a number of responsibilities which will include but are not limited to: 
Create, internalize, modify and prepare lesson plans in accordance with academic curriculum, working closely with the grade level team
Use data to responsively teach to mastery of academic skills 
Work closely with students, families and colleagues to create an environment that is supportive of student progress
Reinforce a firm foundation for all classes and uphold classroom management techniques
Help with diagnostic and progress monitoring testing across the school
Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies to ensure all students meet the learning objectives
Update student performance trackers and use data to help guide your lesson plans
Participate in school, departmental and parent meetings 
Participate in school events, activities and programs both during and outside of regular class instruction hours.